Moving Through Change – Part 5

Over the last few blog posts, I’ve been unpacking the change cycle, one stage at a time (stage 1, stage 2, stage 3, and stage 4).

After you’ve walked through these stages, you’ll eventually reach the final stage, EMBRACE the change.

All the work you’ve been doing as been bringing you to this moment. The moment you are ready to embrace the change.

This doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, patience with yourself, and a healthy dose of courage.

And the thing about courage is it doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it sounds like:

“I’m scared, and I’m doing it anyway.”

“I don’t know what’s going to happen, and I’m still taking that step.” 

Willingness > readiness

Embracing change doesn’t mean you’re 100% ready. It means you’re willing. Willing to take the next right step, even if your knees are shaking.

This stage is where transformation takes root. This is where the first tendrils of your new life will start to take hold.

The picture may still be very fuzzy around the edges, but with time, as you take the necessary steps, the picture will more solidly take shape.

Here’s the thing about this stage, it’s not necessarily the end. The change cycle is not a linear thing. You are going to move in and out of these various stages until your new life is fully formed.

Going backward, still moving forward

As you embrace the change, you may find yourself back in stage two, flooded with all sorts of emotions. Some you’ve already processed, others are new to you now.

This isn’t a sign of failure, or a sign you’re going backward. Instead, it’s a sign that you are moving across the dance floor of life. You’re finding your way, and that can sometimes feel like going backward.

You’re not! You are still moving towards the change you want.

So, stay gentle with yourself. Let kindness be the greatest asset you have in your arsenal, and may that kindness always be wielded in your direction.

Giant leaps not required

Remember, moving forward isn’t necessarily big, giant leaps. Sometimes, it’s small baby steps, like saying what you want out loud to a trusted friend for the first time.

Or it could be seeking out more information about that thing you’ve been talking yourself out of but really know you want to do.

You don’t have to leap. You just have to move. One breath, one choice, one tiny step at a time.

If you’re ready to ground your next chapter in clarity and self-trust, click here to schedule a complimentary call with me.

On this call, we will take a look at where you are today,  what it is you truly want for yourself, and the barriers standing in your way. Schedule your no-obligation call today.

If you don’t feel ready for 1:1 support, download a free copy of the Moving Through Change workbook. Filled with questions and prompts to help you get started on this path. Click here to download it today. 

Wherever you find yourself today, know that I am cheering you on and here for you when you’re ready.

From my heart to yours,