I find physical shifting quite nerve-wracking. It usually requires a push, whether a negative force like a problematic landlord or a positive one like a new job. Despite having moved many times, one thing remains consistent - it always brings a fresh load of optimism and energy into my life. As I grow older, I've come to appreciate its value and no longer miss the chance to change neighbourhoods or towns. My most recent move was quite challenging and highly disruptive. I relocated from a city to a remote rural village with my family. The tranquil village, with its vast, green, picturesque landscape, profoundly impacted my body, mind, and soul.

The workplace environment and responsibilities can contribute to a dull and stressful life. Sometimes, you may have to pretend to like people you don't like. Leadership plays a significant role in creating a pleasant or toxic work environment, so I pay close attention to my bosses. If I find myself in a place with poor leadership, the easiest solution is to leave. In other cases, even if I don't have a problem with anyone, I often question whether what I'm doing is genuinely fulfilling, aside from just earning money. I never hesitate to quit if my job or business doesn't inspire me or bring me fulfilment, regardless of the prestige or money it offers.

I regularly evaluate the reasons for being in a relationship and how it aligns with my goals. From experience, I've learned the consequences of staying in a toxic relationship for too long. When I realize that a relationship no longer serves me, I don’t hesitate to walk away without looking back. I also consider whether I might not be the right fit for certain people; if that's the case, I either distance myself or work to improve the relationship. I frequently assess whether my relationships support my long-term goals and remain open to joining new networks or reaching out to individuals who can help me grow in the desired direction.

It might be something I’ve never done or something I once loved, but life pushed it aside. I tend to favour the latter. Rediscovering and mastering the hobbies of my youth fills me with a renewed sense of passion. It revives the energy and excitement I once had, and now, with more control over my time and fewer limitations on access to people and places, I enjoy it even more.  I also benefit from my children’s adventures. Whenever they want to learn something new, they expose me to a new network of people and a cache of knowledge I did not have. Most likely, I end up in places, doing things I have never done and spicing up my life.

The behaviours I exhibit, both seen and unseen, are the main reasons for my lack of progress or feeling of dullness. However, I find it challenging to criticize my behaviour and take action to change it. This internal struggle can take years to resolve, but when I decide to change, I see immediate benefits. This change could involve dealing with specific emotions or self-destructive habits hindering my progress. It could also include changing my perspective on something or someone or addressing issues from my past. Regardless, it requires managing my body, mind, and spirit and involves rewiring my thoughts, changing my behaviours, reshaping daily habits, and reforming my routines.

Don’t hold back! act now!

This is your moment to shake things up and claim the rewards waiting for you.