The Walk - Finding Peace in What I Choose Not to Do

The Walk - Finding Peace in What I Choose Not to Do

From The Walk by Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

March 18, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

Fr. Roderick explores the tension between productivity and the need to let go, emphasizing the importance of trust in the rhythm of life.

Lately, I’ve been noticing a deeper question underneath everything I do. Not just how I plan my days, or how I manage my energy, but something more fundamental: can I actually trust the rhythm of my life? Because if I’m honest, I often try to control it. I plan, I push, I expect myself to perform. And then there are those days where nothing works. I’m tired, unfocused, and whatever I try just doesn’t land. What’s new is that I’m starting to respond differently. Instead of forcing it, I step outside, go for a walk, and slowly I feel things come back. Not because I made it happen, but because I gave it space.   That shift is changing how I look at my work. I’m experimenting with giving each day a clear purpose, not to control everything, but to create room. Room for focus, room for rest, room to close the loops that keep buzzing in the back of my mind. But the real challenge is not the system. It’s letting go of the idea that I have to do everything. That my value depends on how much I produce. Choosing one focus for a month sounds simple, but it forces me to say no to a hundred other things. And that’s where it becomes spiritual. It’s about trust. Trust that what I leave…

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Roderick Vonhögen

Topics covered

  • trust
  • work-life balance
  • spirituality
  • personal growth
  • mindfulness

Keywords

  • peace
  • energy management
  • focus
  • rest
  • choosing well

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