In 2012, I found myself in a situation in which I either had to embrace change and transformation, or return to stagnation and somehow discover contentment in a situation that wasn’t working for me anymore. I definitely didn’t feel ready for change and transformation when they came to me, but I knew that if I didn’t allow them to lead me where I needed to go, I would regret it forever. Still, I had to get over being completely terrified of the great unknown that was ahead of me, but I subdued my fears and went for it, opening myself up to where life was ready to lead me. Unfortunately I had to wade through some terribly rank sewage when things didn’t work out, but I also had some amazing, incredible experiences that I can count among the best days of my life. In spite of everything, I learned more about myself, about love and about life than I thought I was capable of absorbing over the course of a year, and I feel like I’m a much better person because of it albeit still nursing wounds at the moment.
So the next time you think you’re not ready for something, know that it’s just your fear trying to keep you from transforming into someone better than you are at that very moment. You are ready. But if you convince yourself that you aren’t, you’ll never realize how brilliant and resourceful and strong you are until you go for it.
My wish for everyone who comes across this post either today, on New Year’s Eve, or at any other point in the future is that you all take risks and live the life you’ve always wanted to live. Start small if you have to and work up to bigger ones. Identify your priorities and do everything necessary to see that you meet them. Say what you’ve got primed on your tongue. Do what you’ve always wanted to do. Don’t hesitate. Live without regrets.
I promise to remember this as I go forward into 2013. Happy New Year!
♥ EAB