Transition

Transition is about shifting from one state or aspect to another. Transition is a natural part of life. We see transition in nature, specifically with trees. As Winter gives way to Spring, trees experience new growth and rebirth. The trees’ cycle continue as Summer turns to Fall and leaves change. There is a falling away of what is no longer needed. This is transition. 

We experience the same thing in our journey through life. Old opportunities and experiences fall away and give space for new opportunities. We transition. This process can seem scary. We can often get so connected to our daily routines and our expectations that when change comes about, we are surprised or unprepared.

The truth is we go through transitions all the time. Change is inevitable. It is always happening. It happens with the seasons and in our growth and development. While it may invoke fear of the unknown, it also provides wonderful experiences and opportunities.

Maybe you are in transition… transitioning into a situation where you are working for yourself, moving into a new living situation, transitioning in relationships or stepping into a new year, a new era of your being. During this time, it is important to learn how to grow with new opportunities and let go of the old. 

I had to realize this for myself when I first moved abroad. 

I initially thought that living abroad would be an exciting opportunity. Yet, then I thought about what I would do or engage in while in the new place where I would be living. I became concerned about the unknown. I found myself often sad thinking about the life I used to have or frustrated that the reality didn’t match up to my expectations.

The deeper truth is that I had to get out of my own way. I had to let go of the thought that things should be a certain way and accept the life that was happening right in front of me. I had to learn to let go of the things no longer with me and embrace the new opportunities.

These same principles helped guide me as I transitioned from working in higher education to creating my own business.

I had to let go of what no longer served me and pay close attention to what was presenting itself for me in my present as I planned for my future. 

We may never truly “be ready” for the transitions that we face, yet we can be mindful and engaged in our present moments and our futures in a way that allows what is in the moment to be and our experience of them to be full of discovery, joy and engagement.

If you know you need more support in this area, schedule an initial call with me. Let’s talk about where you are going and how I can best support you.