05/06/2024
In 2012 after having my 2nd daughter, I decided to leave my career to be home with and for my family. My husband and I added 2 more daughters, and for 10 years that was my world. It was hard and lovely all at the same time. My role was clear and it felt safe.
But in the year leading up to my 40th birthday, something began to shift, and deep longing for more began to well up in my soul. I felt like I was living in the movie "Groundhog's Day", living the same day over and over. And for what? A spotless house and empty hampers and no dirty dishes in the sink? No thanks. I knew I was made for more, but after 10 years out of the workforce, my confidence was at an all-time low and I was completely overwhelmed by even the thought of trying to figure out what I would be qualified to do.
Shortly after my 40th birthday last June, I allowed God to sew some words and promises into my heart. He promised m purpose, clarity, abundance, joy, peace, and FUN! I had no idea what it would look like, but I did my best to trust that it would happen and wait expectantly with open eyes and open heart.
A few weeks ago, an amazing opportunity to join the LimeLife community was put directly in front of me, and I jumped. But still, the thoughts were swirling.
You can't do that.
You don't know enough people.
You won't be good.
Who do you think you are?
What will people think?
What if you fail?
But last week, I was helping my 6th grade daughter prepare for a school presentation on Taylor Swift, and she was nervous, uncomfortable, and so afraid to stand out in her sparkly boots and disco ball.
So we talked about how important it is to:
Be brave.
Have courage.
Give it your all, all the time.
And let me tell you, she ROCKED that presentation. A+ and confidence through the freaking roof!
It was a lightbulb moment for me, and I made a commitment to success right then. I am going to give this my all and I CAN'T WAIT to see how far I go!
So now I want to know.
Where do YOU need to be brave?
