New beginnings can be fraught with uncertainty, but they are also filled with incredible joy and possibility. Think along the lines of a new job, a new relationship, getting married, a new house, a new baby. It’s all pretty exciting stuff!
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Here are some of my thoughts on the joy of new beginnings.
You see possibilities and opportunities
Possibilities and opportunities are everywhere. Hoorah for that!
The problem is sometimes we just don’t see them because we are stuck in a rut, too scared to move out of our comfort zone, or feeling pessimistic.
When I was job hunting for months, then found out I needed liver surgery, I couldn’t even imagine opportunities coming my way. I was feeling pessimistic and anxious, which clouded my thinking. Oddly enough, when I stopped stressing about not finding a job and focused on myself and my health, a job offer came along out of the blue.
New beginnings are all about seeking out new opportunities and truly opening ourselves up to new adventures. Fresh starts allow us to see the world and often ourselves in a new light.
Related content and resources-
- Stuck in a Rut? 8 Ways to Get Unstuck
- How to Start a New Chapter in Life
- 25 Ways to Be More Courageous in Life
- Learn to Let Go: A Journal for New Beginnings by Meera Lee Patel
- Burn After Writing by Sharon Jones – This excellent little journal will have you examining your past, present, and future. I bought one of these for myself and one for my niece. This journal will really get you thinking. 🙂
You see a clear path forward
New beginnings give us a chance to work towards what we really want. They give us a chance to let go of the past, focus firmly on a bright new future, and commit to moving forward in leaps and bounds.
Fresh starts are a great time for reflection but more importantly for planning, goal setting, and for having fun in the moment!
Get clear about what you want this new beginning to mean for your life.
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You appreciate the wonderful things already in your life
Sometimes it takes a big change or shake up in our lives to help us appreciate what we already have.
Maybe you have an amazing family who you might have neglected a bit lately, or a friend that has been there for you through tough times. Maybe you have a hobby that you haven’t had time to enjoy but want to pursue again.
Make sure that once you settle into your new beginning, you appreciate all of the things that you already have in your life.
Joy of new beginnings
Granted, new beginnings can be a little scary sometimes, but there’s no doubt they can also be magical, exciting, joyous, and thrilling! Like everything else in life, it all depends on how you choose to look at it. What new beginning are you excited about?
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I liked your post. I think that we usually miss the opportunities life gives us until something bad happens with us. Only then we start to value our life and look carefully for all the things it provides us.
Hi, Thea. It has been a while since I have checked in on your activities and words of wisdom. I am glad to hear that you are on the mend. Wow.
My new beginning to celebrate is my new name and new possibilities for friendship, companionship and travel.
I know what you mean about being in a rut. Sometimes you gotta look at your habits and social circles, see what’s working and what’s not – then make some changes.
New Year’s is a good time to look back and look ahead. This year though (2014), I didn’t write my resolutions or goals down yet. I’m waiting until a few outstanding issues settle. I have heard and really believe that if you write down your goals, they’re more likely to come about. I avoid writing goals down in a blog because damn, then you’re got hundreds (or dozens) of readers who will see them and expect you to follow through!
Currently, I just have New Years Intentions :o)
Best wishes,
Theresa