What does a new beginning mean to you? Is it leaving behind all of your fears and doubts? Is it going for what it is you truly want? What if there’s too much at stake? What if you’re afraid to take a leap of faith? But what if you just take a chance?
Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.
A matter-a-fact stance or pragmatic approach may leave you wondering why you’re so confused and hesitant. Whenever we guard our thoughts or emotions, it’s a way of protecting our hearts. But by guarding our every move, we may miss out altogether. We may miss out on a new beginning.
Perhaps you’re reluctant to commit time, effort, or energy. Maybe you have to sort through some situations before you can make some decision to change up something in your life. Maybe you have to understand the rules of the game before you can even begin to play.
One minute we’re in, the next moment we’re out. An in and out energy where we express what we think and feel, then we refrain.
One step forward, three steps back.
Why do we do this?
Correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe it’s because we lost trust. We refuse to give any more of our energy, knowing something may be out of the question because it is out of reach. Could it be we’re focused on all the wrong things? Perhaps we made a conscious decision to end what never began. We’re not ready to change our lives. Complacency sets in, believing we’re content with what is, and okay with what we decided.
CHANGE SOMETHING FOR THE BETTER
We have the power to change. We can either settle further in the space we’re in and, at the very least, accept the fact that there are other factors at play outside of our control. Or we can choose to rid ourselves of all the negativity we entrap ourselves in. Easier said than done when we’re okay with whatever keeps us caught up in thinking negative thoughts. Until you get out of your head, you will have a hard time moving on.
Sometimes we can only find our true direction when we let the wind of change carry us.
CLUELESS
The space you choose may even challenge you to take a time-out. I believe it’s always during a pause that we reflect only to discover, it was us all along. We don’t have a clue about what it is we want. When the key is knowing.
Perhaps there’s something you must close out before you can even attempt to begin anew. Are you ready to do what it takes? Maybe you aren’t ready for a new adventure or a change of pace. The timing may be all wrong. Yet, you know you deserve happiness. Right? Hopefully, that be the case.
Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.
It’s important to place happiness at the forefront of any decision. Just begin with what’s in your heart space. It’s also wise to not let any emotion solely dictate your actions. Practicality has its role where we weigh out the pros and cons, but then it’s up to us to let intuition take its rightful place. We will always have a hunch that something may or may not work out. But the thing is, if you don’t try, you’ll never know. If you are a follower of this blog, you’ll know most of my posts are about taking chances.
What’s important to note, whatever your situation, always know where you stand. We don’t always need words to decipher this, as actions will speak louder. And if you pay close attention, you’ll catch on and know not only where you stand but where you sit. There’s a reason we feel uneasy, uncomfortable, or conflicted. Perhaps a discussion with a particular individual led to a dialogue that had you head for the nearest exit. Whether work-related or relationship-based, you know when it works and when it doesn’t.
A NEW BEGINNING, A NEW CHAPTER, A NEW LIFE
Whenever a situation is oh so right for you, you’d never have to guess because you know. If a case of internal conflict challenges you, take a moment to refocus, and instead of just jumping into something without thought, listen to the silence. This is when a change of heart may lead to new beginnings. If something or someone belongs, you will know.
It’s never too late to become who you want to be. I hope you live a life that you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start over.