To evolve, we have to shed old ways of being, thinking, and doing.
Three weeks ago my daughter and I moved into a new apartment. I’ve lived in plenty apartments before, but this one by far is the most beautiful one we’ve lived in yet. It’s modern, features neutral colors – my favorite, and is surrounded by scenic views. Even the lobby is welcoming, with our own little lounge area for us to sit in before we head upstairs if we like. Because the neighborhood is so beautiful, we also started daily walks. And everything was beautiful… until it wasn’t.
Each day of living in our new apartment came with a new uncomfortable finding, and a new report to either maintenance or management. It became so stressful and so uncomfortable that we ended up having to transfer units. I was met with despair because, while the unit we are transferring to is slightly larger, the unit that we are in currently I fell in love with. I found it perfect, and cozy for us. I became super protective over this unit, ensuring it’s clean, enjoyable, and a beautiful reflection of our personalities. I had plans to decorate and personalize it – just for us to have to…. Leave it. While filled with sadness, I did a deep reflection on a hard lesson I have been learning all year – which is to let things go.
We are seven months into this year and I have had to let a lot of things go. People, places, ideas, behaviors, old ways of thinking, and doing. It has not been easy. I actually tried to hold on to a few things as long as possible, until I realized it’s best for me to let them go. Sometimes we get attached, and comfortable, with the things that we currently have access to. And while we love them, and want to keep them around forever, sometimes – we have to let things go to make space for new experiences, and new blessings.
I don’t know what the new apartment may bring for us, but I feel strongly that it is a symbol of the biggest lesson I am learning this year. Letting go is easier said than done, but it’s necessary. It causes us to grow, and evolve, which is all a part of our journey. Letting go also builds our character, because a necessary component of the act of letting things go is to have faith. Have faith that something bigger, better, and more aligned for you will come along the way. And that takes courage, and strength. And I promise, the more you do it – the stronger you will become.
If this message reached you today I believe that it was intended to be your gentle reminder that it is okay to let things go. It may have served you well in a season, but that’s exactly how long you were supposed to have it for – a season. Be hopeful that whatever you let go isn’t a loss, its an opportunity to gain something more aligned with who you are and what you need as you constantly evolve into bigger.
Take care.
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