What a joy it is to finish a rough season in life. To come to a point where we can look ahead, instead of looking over our shoulder. We move forward with a little more pep in our step, knowing that the hardest parts are behind us. But why are we still accompanied by fear? For me, it has been a few things. Fear of falling into the same mistake again, fear of missing my lesson or the fear of trusting I am really ready for a new beginning. The last fear leads to the topic of our message for today, the never ending dragging of our feet when it is time to connect with new people and new opportunities.

The concept of security can be a tricky one. On one hand, security can appear as a place of comfort, offering a sense of safety and familiarity. On another hand, it can emerge as an inner resource, providing the support we need to remain present and resilient during difficult moments. No matter the circumstances, we often seek security when trying to build stability and consistency in our lives. As we move through our spiritual journey learning and adapting new habits and exercises, we chase the feeling of being secure in where we are. 

Do you remember the first time you survived something that you didn’t believe you could? It was probably a mixture of being cautiously grateful, emotional exhausted a bit prideful for what you have overcome. For some of us, the pride can grow the more we bounce back from life’s challenges. Each time we put ourselves back together, we have more evidence that this is just how things are for us. We can wear our strength, not only as a badge of honor, but a badge saying “If someone has to suffer, it may as well be me because I can handle it.” It becomes easier to sacrifice your happiness, comfort and peace of mind when you believe your strength has allowed you to be able to “take it”. We know strength is the only way we can survive certain things and it is normal to rely on your strength. What isn’t normal, is falling into habits of taking the hard way through life under the impression that you are destined to struggle. 

We start many journeys with aspirations of crossing the finish line as a master of whatever path we choose. This can be realistic for many things... but rarely is this the best approach when embarking on a new spiritual journey. As spiritual understanding of the world develops, it is often revealed just how little we actually know. And, the more spiritually attuned we become, the more we need a safe space to catch our breath. Spend enough time seeking spiritual knowledge and you’ll realize that the only thing owed to you on the journey is humility and ego death. It has never been about knowing everything and waking up one day as Madam Cleo. But you knew that already! Recognize when you feel you have taken steps back on your spiritual journey.

You’ve been wishing for a new start that runs deeper than the surface. A rebrand of your life that goes beyond aesthetics and can lead you to your purpose. This is why you feel differently this time. You may even feel uncomfortable or feel like you are “going a little crazy.” You are finally stepping into life long transformation that is destined to stick! You have prayed for a new start, but remember that in order for substantial change to occur, oftentimes things must fall apart to come back together.