When Life Happens
Life happens. People move, kids graduate, those we love get sick, relationships suffer, the unexpected happens to us when we least expect it.
What do we do when life happens, how do we show up? How do we stay the course when the road gets so bumpy we may want to brake or step aside?
During the time when life happens, we may learn so many lessons, including but not limited to:
The importance of surrounding ourselves with people who love and support us.
The importance of taking care of ourselves so we can try to show up as best as we can and care for those who need us.
How important it is to have grace, slow down, recognize how we feel (the positive and negative emotions), and what we need, even when there is so much to do.
The power of reflection, curiosity, and perspective taking.
The value of remembering what is important to us.
The confidence we gain from looking for what we are doing well, counting the small progress we have made, and the strengths we have that can keep us moving forward in the direction we choose.
It is not easy, we get it wrong, often. And when we get it right, how can we celebrate our progress and savor the feelings?
Taking the time to think with another person may help build awareness so you can get back in touch with what is important to you and how you may try to balance it all.
The bottom line is, feeling supported is key to our well-being. Feeling we are not alone, that someone really sees and hears us, may make all the difference we need.
“Recently, my family and I moved from our home of 15 years. Life is happening to us and all around us. Throughout this time, I have also been working to build a business and become a credentialed ICF Coach. I want to express gratitude for the support I have received from my coaching community, family, and new and old friends. Having my own coach to support me has truly helped me think through how I want to show up and approach challenges of life these days. I am not even close to perfect; I don’t always get it right. I work to build self-awareness, accept who and where I am, and practice reflection to grow just a little better each day. Thank you to everyone who has and will help me by serving as my thinking partner as we continue to transition. I will pay it forward.”
Are you seeking to make a positive impact in your environment, community, or the world? Searching to align with what truly matters to you? Longing for greater meaning and purpose in your life?
Andrea strives to help women help others. Whether you're an emerging change agent, seeking greater fulfillment, striving for personal growth, or aiming to make a difference with confidence, together, we may think through your challenges, goals, decisions, and light up the path ahead.
