Day 60 of 100 Days of Hope
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself, “What if I didn’t need to do anything to be enough?”
It’s a powerful question. One that stops the noise of striving, achieving, and proving. Because the truth is—you are enough. You have always been enough.
We live in a culture that glorifies productivity. The more we do, the more we think we matter. We tie our value to to-do lists, clean houses, successful kids, and the approval of others. But your worth has never depended on what you do—it’s based on who you are.
The Lie of “Doing More” to Be Worth More
Especially for midlife moms, it’s easy to fall into the trap of constant doing. You’ve spent years caring for others, juggling responsibilities, and giving endlessly. When life slows down—when the kids grow up and the house gets quieter—you might wonder, “Who am I now?”
The world tells us that worth comes from our accomplishments. But that belief leaves us exhausted, burned out, and disconnected from ourselves.
Brené Brown’s Reminder: You Are Enough
Brené Brown says,
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do.”
Her research on vulnerability and shame teaches that true belonging begins with self-acceptance. When we love our authentic, imperfect selves, we no longer chase approval—we rest in knowing we are already loved.
How God Sees You
From a spiritual lens, your worth is infinite because you are infinite. God doesn’t love you more when you accomplish more. He loves you completely, right now.
Ask yourself:
Would I be willing to see my worth in terms of being instead of doing?
How do I see myself when I’m not achieving?
How does God see me?
When you pause and pray over these questions, peace begins to fill the space where striving once lived.
Being Enough in Everyday Life
Here’s what “being enough” looks like in real life:
You rest when your body needs it.
You choose grace instead of guilt.
You celebrate small joys without earning them.
You remind yourself that your worth is not up for debate.
The more you practice seeing your value through being, the more confidence and calm you’ll feel.
A Hopeful Reminder
My friend, may you find peace in knowing you are already enough—today, without doing one more thing.
Your worth isn’t something you earn. It’s something you remember.
With love and hope,
Julie Burningham
The Hope Coach