Fragments of a Restless Mind
Pieces of thought and feeling from the edges of my week—waiting to be heard.
There’s a rhythm to the restless mind—sometimes it pulls us forward, sometimes it holds us back. This week’s whispers come wrapped in a few unexpected places, including some quiet, exclusive tips for turning procrastination into a kind of art. Because maybe waiting isn’t wasted after all.
Quote of the Week:
"What you seek is seeking you." — Rumi
What you seek isn’t a distant star or a silent shadow—it's something quietly reaching back through the dark. There’s a balance to this dance, a pull and a push where desire and fate brush against each other. Rumi reminds us that the things we long for are often looking for us just as much as we’re looking for them. Sometimes, the waiting, the searching, the wandering—that’s all part of the same journey toward what’s already making its way to meet us.
Currently Listening:
“Cry Baby” by Cage the Elephant
This song feels like a raw pulse beneath the noise—a reminder that time slips past while we’re caught in the fight. It’s messy, urgent, and unafraid to face the truth: life is fragile, wild, and short. So maybe the real question is—how fiercely are you holding on?
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Inspired By:
John Baldessari taught us that meaning isn’t always found in what’s obvious. He played with images and words, twisting expectations until something new emerged—something unexpected, honest, and a little wild. His work reminds me that art isn’t just what we see, but how we choose to see it.
4 Unique Procrastination Tips
Procrastination isn’t always the enemy. Sometimes it’s a quiet space where the mind gathers its wild thoughts before the leap. But when the waiting starts to weigh heavy, these few unusual moves might help turn hesitation into something worth holding onto.
Write a letter you’ll never send. Let your thoughts roam free without the pressure of a reply or outcome.
Change your scenery—without leaving your spot. Shift your gaze to a different window, rearrange a few things on your desk, or light a candle to trick your brain into thinking it’s somewhere new.
Set a tiny timer—just 3 minutes. Commit to working on the task for only those three minutes. Often, starting is the hardest part.
Talk to your future self. Imagine explaining why you procrastinated and what you hope to feel once the task is done.
Procrastination isn’t just delay—it’s part of the dance. Try these steps like quiet footsteps, not a sprint. And when you’re ready, move forward with the kind of wild grace that makes the waiting worthwhile.
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Top Post This Week:
stay wild,
for the ones who chase the sun and dance with the moon ☀️🌙
the temporary tattoo of the summer is here— a collab between Atticus Poetry and Ollie Smither.
Procrastination isn’t just a pause—it’s a space where we wrestle with what matters and what scares us. Maybe it’s not about rushing to the finish line but learning to move with the hesitation, to find meaning in the waiting. Thanks for sitting with me in this imperfect stillness. Until next time, keep leaning into the moments that ask for patience, even when the world pushes for speed.
Love from the shadows,
xx
Atticus