Slow Down. Stop. Make Time for Change.
Two standout times in this house for change? Mondays and the arrival of Spring. Well, voila, we’re feeling both of them today - BIG. And, if you’re like us, you’ve been feeling that old familiar tug for awhile, too. We like it. We’ve made friends with it. And, while more change can feel daunting - or sometimes like a giant, floating question mark - we’ve learned to break it down and ride it; trusting, on the other side, it could be something really amazing.
Have you ever stared into the abyss of your life, like it's a crystal ball from which there's no escape, wondering if something better could be waiting for you; something you desperately want - like a more joyful and vibrant life, but just can't see your way to it? It ain't easy to reimagine yourself - I mean how do you even begin that journey? It's like fixing the airplane while you're flying it. But don't sweat! Change doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. You just need a few realistic steps and soon enough all those dreams and visions will become reality – bam!
Take Stock of Your Current Life Situation
Before you dive into reinventing your life or even a portion of it, let's take stock of where things are at right now! What makes you happy? What do you want more of? And what could use a little changing up? What do you want less of? Taking an honest look at your life will help you get clear on your next steps to transformation. Don't be afraid to give truth a chance! You have to look at it, feel it, give it all gratitude for what it's offered - yes, even the less than positive, and then move forward!
Set Some Goals
Got some things in your life that need a little TLC? Time to focus on them and set some goals! Now don't try and bite off more than you can chew—keep them real and achievable. For me, it’s been a desire to do more of what I love each day. Simple. Like reading more. Make some lists. Break your goals down into small chewable bites and make sure they're measurable so you can witness your progress with ease. This is not an exam with a final grade - feel free to spit out some of those bites if you've been chewing on them and they're not tasting good anymore. And, then, create yourself a timeline. Deadlines can help push you through when motivation is lagging and all that jazz. Boom - goal setting made simple!
Take Inspired Action
Okay. Drum roll. It's time to get up and for you to own the space! Look at the goals you set and identify some things you can easily add to your daily life.. They don't have to all fall into the big-leaps-only category. Maybe it's a hobby you've been eyeing, actually reading the book you've been meaning to open, taking better care of yourself with regular exercise healthier eating, adding good supplementation into your daily routine, a healthier lifestyle, and - most importantly - you time. Make sure you keep ample free time aside so reinvention isn’t all work and no play!
Life is full of surprises, so what better time to embrace some change right now? Don't be afraid to take risks while reinventing - break out of your comfort zone, giddy up - think big. After all, every journey begins with a single step.
Want Change?
If you need a little goose as you gander your life and a little help breaking it all down, we'd love to help. Give us a shout to set up a discovery call to see how we can work together.