Living Simple: Question 4

Today's question 4 in our series is:

What challenge do you want to overcome?

If you were to grow as a person, and begin a "new" life starting from where you are right now, what challenge stands in your way? What would you need to overcome to begin the more simple life you always wanted?

     First, do you think you would you need some further education? Maybe you want to be a writer, or start your own business, or live on a self-sustaining farm? You would be wise to get educated on your goal first. This may require going back to school for a few classes, taking some local classes through your public library, finding a mentor who's already doing what you want to do that can teach you how? Maybe you just need to read a few books on the subject. Whatever it is, education can get you where you want to be.

     Next, to begin the simple life you seek, you need to start changing the way you think and do things. Even if you do learn to live a more simple life doing what you love for a living, you need to think differently. You need to believe that since this is who you really are inside, and what you really want deep down, let go of what society says is "success", ignore the "you need this" advertising scams. Believe in being who you are.

    Additionally, you need to give yourself time. Be patient with yourself. You can't change your entire life overnight. There will be ups and downs, but the struggle is what makes you strong, and makes the victory of reaching your destination worth it. Just as a caterpillar struggles to break free of its chrysalis, that struggle is what makes its wings strong enough to fly. If someone were to cut it open thinking they're helping, the butterfly would be weak and die. Allow yourself the time you need.

    And finally, don't forget to enjoy the journey. You will face and meet small goals along the way. You'll stumble and maybe have a few setbacks, but don't give up thinking it will never happen. Believe you can do it, surround yourself with people who will support you in becoming your best YOU. Remember what I always say, "Baby steps, in the right direction, will eventually get you to your destination." Remember that all you deal with will be stepping stones to your perfect life. They will also be valuable lessons that perhaps you can pass on to others seeking a similar journey. Just remember to keep the end in mind. Once you get to your destiny, however long it takes, it will be worth it. You will be living the more simple life you always wanted. You will wake up every day knowing you decided to pursue the life you'll now have. Every day will be filled with whatever you decide to take on. Maybe it's a business, maybe it's to live in the Caribbean, maybe it's to live a minimalist lifestyle to free up time and money for what's most important to you.

Whatever it is, decide today, move in that direction, and create the future you always dreamed of !