Stepping into change.
At certain points in life, you must let go of your “old self” in order to continue with your life’s journey. You have to let go of the way you used to do things, the way in which you measured success and the way in which you validated your work and your feelings. You have to let go of the “old you” to make room for an even better version of yourself.
There are changes that are a part of life’s natural progression – graduating school, living on your own, starting a career, getting married, having a family, etc.
Then, there are changes that are part of your personal evolution. You just feel a need for a change. The old ways become monotonous, boring and undesirable. You crave something new…something different…an expansion beyond what you know.
For personal evolution to occur, sensing the need for, opening yourself up to and having the courage to step into change is one of life’s greatest lessons.
Sensing the need for change- It often starts as a small ping in the back of your mind that gets louder and more incessant over time. Why is this not fulfilling anymore? Why do I feel stuck? What’s missing? Why have I lost my edge?
Opening yourself up to change- You give yourself permission to entertain the thought of making a change. What if there is something better? What if I can do more than one role? What if I can cut drama out of my life? What if I can focus on what I love? People often feel a shift in energy. Some see subtle or in some cases glaring signs providing reassurance that they are on the right path. It’s as if the universe is pushing them to take the next step.
Having the courage to step into change- There is always uncertainty when it comes to change and that can lead to fear. However, the mistake most people make is the idea that you have to have it all figured out in order to make a change. Instead, have faith, take one step at a time and see where it leads you.
Once you’ve made a change, commit to it, give it time and remain optimistic. View the change as happening for you rather than to you. Don’t talk yourself out of it, but rather keep pumping yourself up for it. Don’t succumb to self-doubt, but rather boost your self-confidence. Don’t view yourself as an imposter in your new endeavor, but rather believe that all of your experiences, relationships and training have prepared you for where you are now. Because, honestly, they have. You are right where you are supposed to be and deep down you know it.