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Have you ever heard a piece of advice that just hit you straight in the soul? Like, something so profound and simple that it instantly shifts the way you see the world? Yeah, that happened to me recently, and I couldn’t keep it to myself.

In a world driven by screens, deadlines, and digital overload, meaningful advice can often get lost in the noise. But one piece of wisdom from 2025 stood out for its simplicity and truth: “Spend more time with God-made things and less time with man-made things.”

This advice comes from my friend Ryan Levesque, a highly respected entrepreneur, bestselling author, and CEO who has built a $100M+ business while maintaining a deeply rooted lifestyle with his family on a self-sustaining farm. His words speak to a core principle many of us forget in our busy lives: real fulfillment is often found not in what we create but in what already exists around us.

God-made things refer to nature, the human body, love, spirit, animals, and organic food—elements that were here long before modern conveniences. Man-made things include screens, buildings, processed food, social media, and digital noise. While technology has its place, overexposure can create imbalance, disconnection, and burnout.

Here are three practical ways to apply this advice to your daily life:

Start a Nature-First Routine
Integrate natural elements into your morning and evening habits. Instead of checking your phone first thing in the morning, step outside, walk barefoot on the grass, or enjoy a quiet moment in the sun. Pair a nature-based habit with an existing routine, like drinking your morning coffee under a tree or journaling on your porch. These small shifts can increase your sense of calm and connection.
Practice a Digital Sabbath
Take one day a week off from screens entirely. No emails, no social media, no notifications. Use that day to read, spend time with loved ones, cook, hike, or reflect in silence. Disconnecting from digital noise, even briefly, allows the mind and body to reset. To make this sustainable, plan ahead by scheduling your content or communication so you’re free to unplug without stress.
Prioritize Soul-Centered Connection
Make intentional time for relationships that nourish your spirit. This could be having an uninterrupted dinner with family, going for a walk with a friend, or simply sitting in prayer or reflection. Real connection is increasingly rare in our fast-paced lives, but it's also where fulfillment lies. Deepening these bonds enhances both personal and professional well-being.

The best advice often isn’t revolutionary—it’s a return to what matters. By choosing nature, connection, and stillness more often, you create space for clarity and joy. The balance between ambition and well-being doesn’t come from doing more but from choosing better.

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