C H A N G E.

That big, scary word that feels like hitting a wall at full speed. It’s there, unavoidable and often overwhelming. So, why do we freak out at the mere mention of it?

Let’s break this down and find a way to not only face it but maybe even befriend it.

We’re all about routines, right?

They’re our cozy blankets, our safety nets. But the moment we think about stepping out of that zone, our brain hits the panic button. The unknown is out there – full of risks and what-ifs. And our brain’s default setting? Avoid at all costs.

Fear loves to hang around our comfort zone, constantly whispering about all the things that could go wrong. “What if you fall flat on your face?” it asks. “What if you’re just not cut out for this?” It’s like that overprotective friend who means well but ends up holding you back.

“What if you’re not good enough?”

Change asks us to look in the mirror and see someone different. And that’s tough, especially when we’ve cozied up to who we’ve always been. It’s like shedding your skin – uncomfortable, weird, but oh so necessary.

It’s got us asking, “Who am I without my past?”

Let’s face it: change is work.

Hard work.

We often fantasize about the outcome, without the willingness the put in the work.

It’s like choosing to climb a mountain when you could chill on the couch. It requires a level of effort, energy, and persistence that can feel overwhelming in our fast-paced, instant-gratification world.

It’s often so much easier to scroll through social media or choose the snack over the gym.

Our world is all about getting what we want, and we want it now. The long, hard road of change? Ew.

Our brains are wired for the path of least resistance. Why try something new when you can stick to the old and easy? But easy doesn’t always mean good. Training your brain with new habits and ideas is like hitting the gym for your grey matter. Tough, but so worth it.

Here’s the secret sauce to beating resistance: baby steps.

You don’t have to leap; just take one small step at a time. It’s less intimidating and far more doable.

What does that look like?

Consistency and persistence. What’s the difference?

Consistency = showing up and maintaining the same standards or repeating the same behaviors over time.

Persistence = continuing firmly in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

That’s it. Once you master the unsexy, life will become soo sexy.

Nothing worth having will come easy.

Growth happens in the discomfort zone. If we’re cozy and unchallenged, we’re probably not growing.

It’s time to rewire our thinking: discomfort isn’t a stop sign; it’s a green light to growth.

Visualizing your goals isn’t just daydreaming; it’s setting your mental GPS.

It’s about making the unseen seen, the unachieved achieved.

But if you feel alone through all of this, know that…

Change gets a whole lot easier when you’ve got people cheering you on. Find your tribe (like here), the ones who believe in your journey, and you’ll find change a little less scary.

Change is more than just hard work; it’s a path to growth, learning, and discovery.

It’s about enjoying the ride, learning from the bumps, and celebrating the small wins. Yes, change is challenging, but it’s also thrilling and a gateway to a better you.

So, here’s the thing: change is tough, no doubt.

It’s a battle against everything comfortable and familiar. But it’s also where the magic happens. It’s where growth kicks in, new experiences blossom, and where we find the best versions of ourselves.

Keep going. It’ll be worth it.