As I sit here, reflecting on my journey thus far, I can't help but think about all the times I've had to let go. It's never easy, but it's something that has shaped me and allowed for new beginnings.
I used to be the type of person who would try to make things work, no matter how miserable I was. I thought that "sticking it out" was the right thing to do, even if it meant sacrificing my own happiness. But eventually, I realized that this way of thinking was holding me back. And if I’m being totally honest here, I still struggle with this from time to time, including this most recent storm. It was a big one. It knocked me down hard. I am weathering it and learning from it as I begin again and rediscover myself.
So, I made the decision to start letting go of things, people, and habits that no longer served me. It wasn't easy, but it was incredibly illuminating to see what needed to be released in order for me to receive what I truly needed.
One of the things I've come to value most in this season of my life is alignment. I want to be in a place where I feel like everything is in its right place, and I'm no longer willing to stay somewhere that I've outgrown. I've learned that I don't have to "stick it out" or suffer through things that aren't meant for me.
As I've let go of things that no longer align with who I am, I've gained a lot of self-awareness. I've realized that I can be grateful for a season and still be glad when it's over. Life isn't always black and white - sometimes, it's gray, and that's okay.
Grateful living has taught me to release what needs to be released and to trust my own path. I'd rather move on and trust my reroute than stay stuck going in circles. Trusting in a new path takes courage and self-belief, and it's not always a walk in the park. But the journey can be incredibly enriching and rewarding.
As I navigate through the challenges and decisions that come my way, I try to lean into gratitude and find the lessons and growth that are available to me. It's not always easy, but it's a choice I make every day.
And so, I continue on my journey, grateful for the lessons I've learned and the new beginnings that come with letting go.
So, if you're feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward, I encourage you to take a step back and assess what's no longer serving you. Be honest with yourself about what works and what doesn't, and have the courage to let go of what's holding you back. Trust your own path and lean into gratitude, even when things get tough. The journey may not be easy, but the growth and transformation you'll experience will be worth it.
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Points to Ponder:
What has been your experience with letting go of things, people, or habits that no longer serve you? How did you find the courage to make that change?
How has grateful living helped you to release what needs to be released and trust your own path?
In what ways have you found growth and self-awareness through the process of letting go and moving forward? How have you leaned into gratitude to navigate through difficult times?