I've talked a lot recently about how many people are feeling an internal push to do something on some level--to make changes in their thinking, their lives or both. Some are very clear on what to do, and are pursuing their goals with deliberate action and passion. For some, their true desires are coming to the surface and they're enthusiastically defining their dreams and goals. Others are redefining themselves--inside and out. Still others are trying to find the courage to take that first step toward claiming their potential, purpose and passion.
It does indeed take courage to step out of the familiar--to look at yourself in a way you've never dared--to be more than you ever thought possible. It takes courage to stand up for yourself and say, "This is who I really am. This is what's true for me. This is what I really want."
Simply making the decision to honor your truth and your authentic self--particularly when it isn't in keeping with the norms of your family and friends--is huge. It's also a risk, because for every choice, there is a consequence.
Now, consequence is a funny word. It seems to automatically imply a negative outcome, but that's not the case. Consequence is really just another word for result. If you choose to free your true potential and live your purpose and passion, there will be consequences--there will be results of that choice. Many will be positive, of course--feelings of freedom, joy and fulfillment, to name a few. Other results might not be so positive, such as judgment, criticism, pressure to conform, shame and guilt for not living according to other's expectations, or even rejection by family, friends, groups or even your spouse.
Because of those possible results, you could find yourself in an internal war between the yearning to follow your heart and the paralyzing fear of what will happen if you do. You may ache to be authentic, yet you will conform rather than risk losing a particular person or situation. You will stay stuck in limbo, trying to keep things the same while wishing they were different. Until you find the courage to step up into your highest good and take responsibility for your choices, you will stagger drunkenly on the line between discontent and fear, yearning for more and terrified of having less.
Take the risk, honor your truth and your true desires, and allow your life to adjust accordingly. Be your authentic self--be the best you possible--and trust that the situations and people who honor and support that will show up. Claim your potential, purpose and passion, and start living the life you love--today!
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Paula Renaye is The Tough Love BFF Coach, empowerment speaker and five-time award-winning author. Her new book, Living the Life You Love--The No-Nonsense Guide to Total Transformation will be in stores in September. Read more at http://paularenaye.com.
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