I’m JJ Everitt, and The Zen Thing began as a personal exploration of mental clarity, long before I published it.
This project is built on experimentation, reflection, and rebuilding. Everything shared through The Zen Thing has been tested in my daily life, and I adjusted when it failed. I simplified until it worked. The focus is on removing friction rather than adding effort, and on creating a structure that supports stability instead of demanding constant self-control. Inspiration comes from minimalist philosophy, mindfulness practices, Buddhist principles, and practical growth mindset psychology, but always filtered through lived reality.
The Zen Thing is not about fixing yourself or striving toward an idealized version of who you should be. It is about learning how to support yourself where you are, with honesty and compassion. It recognizes that progress is rarely linear and that relief often matters more than achievement. This work speaks especially to people navigating ADHD, anxiety, burnout, or chronic overwhelm, but it is ultimately for anyone who wants a calmer, more functional way of living.
It’s about removing mental noise, so better decisions become a default.
About Me
Photography is my creative outlet
It centers me and leaves no room for distractions
My Philosophy on Personal Growth
I don’t believe in extreme routines or rigid self-improvement systems. Growth should support your nervous system, not fight it.
Progress doesn’t require pressure. It requires clarity.
While The Zen Thing is primarily a free educational platform, I also offer focused services designed to support clarity and direction.
These include:
Digital self-help resources designed to reduce the day-to-day overwhelm
Guided frameworks for mental clarity and reflection
Written tools that help untangle thought patterns and decision fatigue
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If You’re Here, You’re Already Doing the Work
If this space resonates with you, there are many ways to stay connected. You can explore the blog for free content, subscribe to the newsletter for ongoing support, follow along on YouTube or social media, or support the project through products and sponsorships. However you engage, you are welcome here without expectation or pressure.
This site is not intended to provide and does not constitute medical, legal, or other professional advice. The content on The Zen Thing is designed to support, not replace, medical, psychological, or psychiatric treatment. If you believe you may have a medical or mental health condition, please seek care from a qualified professional.
This space was created through experimentation, failure, and rebuilding. Everything shared here comes from lived experience, not theory. The focus is on what makes daily life easier to manage.