Wow, I can’t believe we’ve started a new year. So much has happened over the past 12 months. We’ve been challenged as humans not only physically but emotionally. As a family we’ve loss loved ones, worried about others that are along and tried to stay sane and positive throughout the whole process. Our faith truly has been key during this time.
During this challenging time of loss and stress we’ve had some great wins. Family relationships are stronger, we are more committed to staying connected and spend less time complaining and more time having authentic conversations.
This December marked my one year anniversary for my Massage & Coaching Company, while most say ” Oh, wow, what a horrible time this year must of been” the exact opposite is true. Yes I had 2 months of no work, but ultimately my business came back stronger than ever and if anything I was able to implement systems for people to book and pay on-line for services and ensure that I had good, solid plan on how I could provide the best care in a safe environment.
While yes I’m thankful for the higher demand I also need to understand fully what is behind that. People are tapped out, they are stressed, anxiety levels are high their systems are running on “fight or flight response” (like a saber tooth tiger is after them 24/7) the cortisol is coursing through them and their bodies and minds are not functioning in the same capacity as when they are able to be grounded and breath and not feel the pressure.
I’m a fact finder so I’m always curious, about what a study will tell us 5-10 years down the road about this pandemic, but I’m also a person that likes to take action now. Not only for those that feel like they are drowning but for those that are bobbing in the water trying to survive this crazy time. For me it’s about teaching people skills so that they are not longer just surviving but actually thriving again even in a pandemic.
My dad always told me, Bub (yes my childhood nickname) if you do anything in life, know that your education can never be taken away from you. So true… Yes your pride can be hurt, you can have challenging relationships that leave you feeling stunned, but ultimately if you invest in yourself and your own personal growth you are going to be ahead.
To this day I always remember this and when I presented with an opportunity to stretch and grow in a direction of where I dream and hope to be I know that it will be worth the time, energy and investment.
For example, 6 years ago I had 14+ years invested in working for a state agency, it was a good job, I was challenged, I enjoyed who I worked with but something was missing. I had all the things that people hope for, I had a family, I had a good job, I was in good health, but I wasn’t be honest with myself because I felt guilty to complain, I didn’t want to be that person that was ungrateful for all the things I did have, but I wasn’t be me, instead I stuffed all my feelings into a box and “pretended” all was well until one day the box blew up!
So needless to say I gave my notice, I moved out of state, I took a chance on me and my dream of happiness and you know what? It worked, it doesn’t mean it was all easy it’s been a journey of growth and change, a journey where I’ve learned to pivot when needed to move me towards the “Big Goal.”
I’m far less stressed, I have healthier relationships with loved ones, I get to be me (most of the time happy, but sometimes exhausted and depleted but able to show up as that and honor how I feel at that time.) It is so liberating to live life without feeling like I need to fit into other people’s boxes.
If you are feeling like your stuck or simply just struggling to stay afloat and survive and the idea of thriving right now feel impossible. Ask yourself if I had a chance to invest in me to achieve my wildest and craziest dreams would I take it?
That’s what I’m offering you, an opportunity to look at where you are now, where you want to be (really want to be, not a scaled back version) and then the opportunity to map out and learn the skills you need to reach those goals, not by yourself but with me by your side, providing guidance and also keeping you accountable to yourself.
Is this something you’ve been putting on hold for awhile? Maybe you have kids and you want to get the kids taken care of first. You tell them to not do what your doing – continue to work a job you hate. Instead you tell them to reach for the stars and dream big. How much more would they learn if you took the leap of faith and pursued what you loved? How much more confident would they be to do the same for themselves?
Are you ready to take the leap? Is it your turn to reach for your goals? Reach out to me today, schedule a discovery call today so that we can have a conversation about: where you are, where you want to be and come up with a customized plan to help move you in that direction! It’s a free 30-45 min call to see if I can help you achieve your goals. Can’t wait to hear from you!
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