Don't be afraid to change!

Today, I’m bringing you this blog from my new MacBook.  After a drastic computer crash on the cheap laptop that I bought almost 4 years ago, I figured it was time to invest ... And I’m paying mostly with the time I’m burning figuring it out!

I have been a true-blue Microsoft woman from the beginning - and I’ve had a great relationship with it.  However, it became apparent that it was time for a change.  Microsoft just wasn’t a good fit for me and I needed to consider my options.  I needed to be able to write presentations that pop, enjoy my photography and write collateral for my newly developing business.  So after weeks of going back and forth, I decided to embrace the change and enjoy the Mac.

And I will - as soon as I learn how to use it.

Our world can be like this in the same respect.  We see something that is so much better for us, it’s undeniable.  However, we waste a considerable amount of time justifying staying with the routine that just isn’t healthy for us anymore.  Justification can be used for not budgeting, staying in a toxic relationships, making a job change, and the list goes on and on.  We find ourselves saying, “This just isn’t the right time for me to make this big of a change!  I just don’t have the energy.”

One thing remains true: When you justify staying in toxicity by saying you don’t have the energy to adjust to a change, that may be the warning signals you need to move full speed ahead.  Stress does horrible things to our energy levels and our overall happiness.  If you are struggling with keeping your head above water - and it has become clear that life just isn’t working for you - take a look at yourself and begin to consider making changes.  

Does it stress you out to think of going to work?  Do you dread seeing that toxic friend that tends to take more than he/she gives?  Do you find yourself spending more than you make?  

Just like a new computer system, making life changes are hard, they take time and they require self-forgiveness.  But the fear of the learning curve, failure or difficult conversations shouldn’t be the reason we stay unhappy.

I’ve written it before, and it’s definitely worth repeating - Happiness is inside of you right now.  Staying unhappy is an absolute choice - and so is pursuing what makes you feel connected to yourself.

Take time to think about what makes you happy - and think about where you want to go.    There is no doubt in my mind that difficult situations will arise as you change for the better and grow.  But don’t be afraid of them.  Embrace the change and what makes you happy.

A better life begins now!

To the road of happiness,

Michelle