Embrace Change: Start by Knowing Who You Want to Be

Are you feeling stuck and seeking change in your life? It's like embarking on a journey without a clear destination. Knowing where you're headed is crucial for reaching your goals.

First things first, let's clarify what change means to you. Sometimes it's hard to put into words what we want. If that's the case, try listing what you don't want, then flip each item to understand your true desires.

Another helpful exercise is to visualize your future self. Find a quiet place, close your eyes, clear your mind, and imagine who and where you want to be in one, three, or even five-ten years. Who do you want to become? What do you want to achieve? Do you truly believe it's possible?

Our brains often resist change, clinging to past experiences, seeking safety and predictability. This tendency can keep us stuck, and preventing us from doing the changes which are necessary for our growth.

Consider this: when facing challenges, we often use past setbacks as excuses. But if we only rely on what we've done before, we limit ourselves. It's time to break free by envisioning ourselves already achieving our goals and adopting the mindset of our future selves.

Making choices from the perspective of our future selves opens up new possibilities. Instead of being held back by past failures, we can live from a place of inspiration and potential.

Whether it's getting in shape or finding a fulfilling career, visualize yourself there. How would you approach daily decisions? What would your priorities be? By embodying your future self now, you can shift your mindset and behaviours accordingly.