In a world increasingly centered on self, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that everything revolves around us. I’ll admit, I’ve been guilty of this myself. It’s a subtle shift that happens over time—suddenly, we’re more concerned with how we appear, how we’re perceived, and how we can make our lives more interesting to others. But lately, I’ve been striving to change that.
We’ve become so absorbed in our own lives that we’ve lost sight of what truly matters. We see it everywhere: elaborate gender reveal celebrations, perfectly staged engagement photos, and proposals turned into mini-movies. The amount of time, energy, and money we pour into these things can be overwhelming. It makes me wonder—when did we decide that this was where our focus should be?
I often find myself missing the days when life was simpler—when kids spent their time playing outside, exploring the world around them, and asking endless questions. That sense of wonder is something I still cherish, even as I approach 50. I love going outside, looking up at the stars, and marveling at the vastness of God’s creation. There’s a deep joy in being curious, in experiencing the world without the distractions of screens and devices.
But today, it seems like we’re losing that sense of wonder. Children are glued to screens, constantly entertained but never truly engaged. And it’s not just the kids—when was the last time you left your phone behind, stayed away from the TV or computer, or had a conversation without checking your phone?
We’ve traded the joy of simple pleasures and meaningful relationships for the constant buzz of technology. In doing so, we’ve distanced ourselves not only from each other but from Jesus, who calls us to live fully in Him and to love others deeply. But it’s not too late to reclaim what’s been lost.
Get outside. Go for a walk. Call up a friend. Cook a meal and share it. Engage with a neighbor. Start a practice of putting your distractions—your phone, tablet, etc.—away when you leave the house, or set some new boundaries, like no phones at the table.
One thing I notice that drives me crazy, and that I find rude, is when someone is on their phone instead of being in the moment—at church, at an event, a dinner, a family function. This is something I do not want to do. I want to learn from this and be better at being present.
Let’s start today, by shifting our focus from ourselves to the bigger picture, embracing the joy and wonder of life, nurturing our relationships, and drawing closer to Jesus. It’s in these choices that we’ll find the richness of life we’ve been missing.
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