Ending the Year in a State of BE

As we approach the final stretch of the year, the world is buzzing with plans, resolutions, and countdowns. The hustle and bustle are at an all-time high, and the pressure to "do" can feel overwhelming. But what if, instead of doing, we embraced the idea of simply being? What if we closed this year not with frantic activity but with a state of BE — a quiet, intentional space where we just are?

What Does It Mean to BE?

To be is to exist without the need to prove, hustle, or strive. It’s about embracing who you are in this very moment without trying to fix, alter, or improve anything. It’s the art of sitting still with yourself and knowing that who you are is enough.

This state of BE is not about checking out of life but rather checking in — with yourself, your thoughts, and your soul. It’s about pausing long enough to hear the whisper of your own heartbeat and the gentle nudging of God’s voice. It’s about creating space for peace to settle in and for gratitude to take root.

The Power of BE

There is power in stillness. When we allow ourselves to BE, we give our hearts permission to heal, our minds a chance to rest, and our spirits the freedom to soar. BE is the antidote to the frantic pace of life, the solution to burnout, and the doorway to clarity.

When you’re constantly doing, you miss the beauty of the present moment. You’re so focused on the next thing that you don’t even notice the blessings right in front of you. BE pulls you back to the now. It reminds you that everything you need is already within reach.

How to End the Year in a State of BE

1. BE PresentTake a moment to stop and breathe. Put your phone down, turn off the noise, and simply sit in the quiet. Listen to the sounds around you, feel the rhythm of your breath, and let yourself fully experience the moment.

   
   

2. BE GratefulReflect on the year with gratitude. Even if it’s been a tough one, there are still moments of joy, lessons learned, and grace received. Write them down. Let your heart swell with thanksgiving for all you’ve experienced.

   
   

3. BE StillThis is your permission to rest. You’ve done enough. Let the weight of expectations fall away. Give yourself a chance to just exist without an agenda or to-do list.

   
   

4. BE ReflectiveLook back on the year, not with judgment, but with gentle curiosity. What brought you joy? What drained your energy? Use these reflections to guide how you want to move into the new year.

   
   

5. BE HopefulAs you sit in the stillness, allow hope to rise. Whatever didn’t go as planned this year does not define what’s possible for the next. Trust that God has a good plan for you, even if you can’t see it yet.

   
   

Letting Go of the Need to Do

The culture we live in glorifies busyness. It tells us that our worth is tied to our productivity, our accomplishments, and our ability to "do it all." But as the year ends, I challenge you to let go of that narrative. Your worth is not in what you do; it’s in who you are. And who you are is enough.

The truth is, the world will keep spinning even if you don’t finish every task or meet every goal. The people who love you will still love you, and God’s plans for you will remain intact. So, take a deep breath and release the weight of trying to do it all.

BE Still and Know

Psalm 46:10 says, "Be still, and know that I am God." It’s a reminder that in our stillness, we can connect with the One who holds it all together. When you allow yourself to BE, you open the door for God to step in and do what only He can do. You give Him room to work in your heart, your life, and your future.

As we step into the new year, let’s carry this state of BE with us. Let’s choose presence over performance, stillness over striving, and faith over fear. Let’s trust that who we are is enough and that God’s plans for us are good.

So, as the clock winds down and the year comes to a close, take a moment to just BE. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You don’t have to race to the finish line. You just have to be — fully, beautifully, unapologetically you.