Hard Truths about Growth
We are all on a continuous journey. Different times of our lives create different paths we must take to become the best versions of ourselves. No matter what journey you are on right now, whether it is healing, self-love, letting go, health, etc. Growing is not a comfortable process; if it were, everyone would do it. However, many people stay in the same mindset or environment for too long due to feeling comfortable. Your fears will eventually be your downfall.
Growing and working to be the best version of yourself is not all flowers and butterflies. It can be hard to navigate the different emotions, events, and people who surround you during your growing process. It can be even harder to accept that your past self or life is no longer serving your purpose anymore.
Here are some hard truths about growing that can prepare you when you face instances and doubt the process:
1.) Growth can be lonely.
Sometimes the process of growth can feel lonely because you realize many things and people you were prioritizing before are no longer bringing any purpose to your life. You may feel lost and confused while you navigate what is worth your energy.
2.) You can't force relationships.
Not everyone in your life is going in the same direction as you. You might be better off without some of the people you currently care about. You will realize some people are not adding anything to your life anymore. Don't let this discourage you; use it to motivate you. Think about all of the new amazing people you will meet on your new journey.
3.) No one cares about your success except you.
The only person you need to wake up and try to impress is yourself. The hard truth, if you quit right now, there's a good chance no one would notice. You have to do this for you and no one else. You are the only person holding yourself back.
4.) It's not your fault if people take things personally.
When you begin to grow, you also realize that some people's goals and priorities do not align with yours. You don't have to explain to anyone why you do something. You don't have to explain to someone why you no longer talk to them. You do not owe anyone anything. If someone's presence is holding you back, that relationship is causing you to feel negative about yourself if that job is not making you happy. Leave.
5.) It's not linear.
Choosing to start a new journey, no matter what it is, can be difficult. You are experiencing new emotions, situations, people. You are letting go of the past version of yourself. This is not an easy thing to navigate and will require A LOT of trial and error before you start to get the hang of this new journey your on. Don't let slip-ups discourage you. The fact that you can recognize that improvement still needs to be made shows you are in the right direction.