The Origin of Called to Be Still

A lot of people treat peace like it’s weakness. Like it’s something you settle for when you can’t win. That mindset is backwards.

Peace is not giving up. It’s not checking out. It’s not pretending everything is fine when it’s not. Real peace takes more control than anger, more discipline than anxiety, and more strength than chasing constant validation.

When you choose peace, you’re not avoiding conflict. You’re managing your response. You’re deciding not to let chaos decide who you are. That is not passive. That’s leadership—starting with yourself.

I’ve had to learn that the hard way. As a husband, a father, and a veteran, I’ve seen what happens when emotion takes the lead. I’ve seen what happens when you don’t respond with peace—when you speak too fast, act too soon, or fight just to win. It doesn’t create strength. It creates more damage.

Choosing peace means you’re thinking clearly. You’re not being controlled by the moment. That doesn’t make you weak. It means you’re still in the fight—and you’re doing it without losing your grip.