What does the word “excess” bring to mind? The most common definition of excess is to have more than is needed. Do you have any areas with excess in your life? Some examples might be: an excess of obligations, financial issues, or stress. Or maybe you just have too much stuff.  Excess slows us down. It complicates our lives and makes the journey more difficult. Letting go of excess helps us to lighten our load and simplify our lives. When we simplify, it is so much easier to focus on our priorities. The examples I mentioned above have a negative