When Life Says Pause: The Unexpected Power of a Reset

The Power of a Reset

I had planned a six-day trip to Shanghai, China, on October 12, 2025. Since moving to Thailand, my curiosity about China has grown immensely. Back in the United States, my understanding of China was filtered through media narratives and uninformed opinions—stories that often painted a one-dimensional, negative picture.

Living in Thailand, “The Land of the Free,” has expanded my worldview. I’ve found a deeper respect for cultures that are different from my own and a genuine curiosity to learn, observe, and experience life through fresh eyes.

But life has a way of redirecting us.

When I arrived at the airport, ready for adventure, I was told I could only pay my luggage fee in cash. I didn’t have enough on hand—and the ATM wasn’t an option. To make matters worse, I couldn’t bring my carry-on aboard. Suddenly, the trip I had so carefully planned slipped through my fingers.

My friend was already at the gate, ready to board. She offered to help, but security wouldn’t let her come back through. In that moment, disappointment and sadness hit me hard. Something so simple—something so small—stopped me in my tracks.

But once the frustration faded, something else set in: clarity.

Timing is Everything

I’ve traveled countless times, but never faced this kind of setback. I had double-checked everything: visa requirements, documents, luggage. Still, I couldn’t shake the feeling that this happened for a reason.

Sometimes life forces us to pause when we won’t do it ourselves.

This unplanned stop became an invitation to reset. Instead of fighting the moment, I embraced it. I pulled out my notebook and started writing:

• What’s truly important to me right now?
• What are my values?
• Where am I headed—and is it aligned with my purpose?

That quiet time of reflection was powerful. It grounded me. It reminded me that living intentionally means not just moving forward, but pausing to assess where we stand—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

In the midst of chaos or disappointment, we can choose presence. We can use those moments as a mirror, asking: What is this trying to teach me?

The Lesson: Prioritize Your Reset

When life doesn’t go as planned, it’s easy to spiral into frustration or self-blame. But sometimes, that delay or detour is divine timing. It’s a call to slow down, realign, and reconnect with what really matters.

A reset isn’t failure—it’s clarity.

That’s exactly what we do in Move with Mysti and during my Intention Sessions. These offerings are designed to help you slow down, release the noise, and return to your center. It’s about moving with purpose, both physically and mentally, and learning to respond to life from alignment rather than reaction.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, burned out, or uncertain about your next steps—this is your sign to take a pause.



✨ Join me for a Reset.
Move with intention. Breathe with awareness. Create space for clarity.

👉 Learn more about Move with Mysti and book your Intention Session here.