Hey Reader,
The year is almost over.
The projects, milestones, and deadlines reached.
Another round of goals checked off.
You’ve been so buried in the rush to achieve and excel that you forgot to pause and reconnect with yourself, loved ones, or even old friends.
People fail to realize that no matter how successful we are, life’s most valuable currency is connection.
What good are achievements if we have no one to celebrate them with?
Today, let’s talk about what really matters and what we often leave behind.
🧠 What Are You Missing in the Rush?
The grind is addictive, isn’t it?
We’re conditioned to keep moving and chasing the next milestone because time is money.
The more we focus on building success, the less attention we give to the people who’ve helped us along the way.
You didn’t mean to lose touch. None of us do.
It starts with a busy season, a packed calendar, and the assumption that the people who matter will still be there when you’re “less busy.”
Family traditions get put on hold.
“I’ll call them tomorrow” becomes next year.
Every text you didn’t send, every coffee you rescheduled, every call you silenced adds up.
Over time, the gap grows. The calls stop, the shared jokes feel outdated, and before you know it, the bond feels… distant.
You wake up one day and realize the people who once felt like home now feel like strangers.
A growing sense of loneliness kicks in, even when surrounded by success.
And the longer you wait, the harder it feels to rebuild.
But it’s not too late.
❤️ Reconnect for You Too
Have you ever noticed how time with the right people makes everything feel lighter?
That’s the power of reconnection.
It’s more like realizing who you are outside of your busy, goal-driven life.
When you create time to reconnect with loved ones, it reminds you of the laughter, the inside jokes, the moments that made you feel alive long before the pressure to perform took over.
Think of the joy of reminiscing about old times that remind you how far you’ve come.
The comfort of being seen and understood by someone who truly knows you.
The strength you gain from knowing you’re not alone in this journey.
So reconnection isn’t just for them, it’s for you.
And it’s not as hard as we make it out to be.
A text. A phone call. A visit. The smallest gestures can reignite the biggest connections.
It restores your energy, clears your mind, and helps you face what’s ahead with a heart full of gratitude and clarity.
Because the success you’re chasing will feel sweeter when shared with the people who matter most.
Don’t think of it as trying to fix anything, focus on showing up and saying, “I’m here, and I care.”
🤲 Reconnection Through Intention
Elite performers don’t wait for connection to happen, they create it.
So this season, be the one who makes the first move.
Here’s how you can practice this deliberately:
- Revisit your “Hall of Fame” moments: Think of the top three moments that shaped you. Maybe it’s a big win, a challenge you overcame, or a quiet conversation that changed your perspective. Now, ask yourself: Who was there? Reach out to one of them this week. Tell them about that memory and what it still means to you. Watch how this small gesture reignites your connection and theirs.
- Plan a no-agenda gathering: Pick one evening this holiday season to invite a few people over—no agenda, no work talk, no structured activities. Let the conversation flow organically. These unfiltered moments often spark the deepest connections. Pro tip: Start with a simple prompt like, “What’s the most surprising thing you learned about yourself this year?” Then let the magic happen.
- Create your connection ritual: Success thrives on routine, and so does connection. Commit to one intentional act of reconnection every week. This could be a handwritten note, a shared meal, or a check-in call while taking a walk. The consistency of this habit will rebuild bridges and remind you why relationships are the real ROI of life.
💝 Pausing to Treasure What Truly Matters
As the year draws to a close, I’m pausing not just to reflect on what I’ve accomplished, but to think about the people who’ve shaped my journey.
I’m thinking about my family, who’ve been my unwavering foundation.
The friends who’ve cheered me on in ways they probably don’t even realize.
The mentors and colleagues who’ve challenged me to grow.
And then, there are the missed calls, the “we should catch up” messages left hanging.
There are friends I haven’t seen in years, not because I don’t care, but because life always seems to get in the way.
So I’m making a promise to myself to reconnect.
To reach out to the people I’ve been meaning to call.
To show up, and be fully present for the ones who matter most.
This is the pause I’m taking.
And maybe, it’s one you need too.
🎯 Pause, Reflect, Reconnect
Time is the one thing you can’t buy back.
But taking time off will restore your clarity, energy, and the kind of focus that turns your effort into something extraordinary.
So this season, ask yourself:
Who needs more of me right now?
What relationships have I been too busy to nurture?
Where am I missing the joy that comes from simply being present?
You have to disconnect to reconnect with what truly matters—with yourself, loved ones, and the beauty of life.
With appreciation,
Huw
P.S.: Ready to build more meaningful moments? Reply to this email, I’d love to hear about your plans to reconnect.
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Huw Edwards
Founder & CEO, h3.xyz
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