For the past few months I spent a lot of time thinking about putting myself out there. And while it felt really helpful and natural to plan, think and strategize about getting out there, I got to a point where I realized I was stuck.  I knew I had done all the work to move forward - and all the thinking and planning in the world wasn’t moving me forward to actually doing.

I realized the only thing holding me back were my own protective inner voices who questioned my self-worth.  I knew my true self believed in me and was ready to go. And the only way I could take care of these protective self-doubting parts was to show them I was prepared and ready and it was ok. I asked those protective parts to step aside just for a bit and told them I had it covered.

And then I took a leap. I actually took a couple leaps. And wow. Not only did I take a leap in putting myself out there, but my psyche and whole body took a huge leap in believing in myself and my potential.  Not every leap has been a success, and that’s ok. As with everything, it’s a process.  Even learning that I can leap and it not go to plan and see another day is such a huge step forward in taking care of my parts and my true self.

A giant leap or a tiny step - both create space for shifts.  Listen to your inner voices as to what they need from you.  Be gentle.  And when your true self is ready to move, the best self-care you can give your self-doubting parts is to show them compassion and gently assure them you’ve got this.  It’s going to be ok.

If you need help with small steps or big leaps, I’m here to help.  Please reach out for a coaching session!