Feb 21

Feb 21 Recognizing the Moment Change Arrives

You might not notice it at first.

The pivot point of life isn’t always dramatic. It doesn’t always come as a bolt of lightning or a cinematic moment of clarity. Often, it’s quieter—a realization whispered in the stillness, a feeling that won’t let go, a sentence you catch yourself saying under your breath:

"Something has to shift."

Maybe it’s exhaustion from a situation you can’t tolerate anymore. Maybe it’s a spark of curiosity about what else could be possible. Maybe it’s simply that tiny flicker of okay—the moment you stop resisting and start allowing yourself to see a different way forward.

The question is: How do you recognize it? And what do you do when you do?

How to Know When Change is Calling for Your Attention

If you’re standing at the edge of something different but unsure if it’s time, consider these signs:

You feel restless, even when everything looks fine on the surface.
Your current life doesn’t quite fit anymore, like a sweater that has shrunk in the wash.
You keep circling the same thoughts, sensing that what worked before isn’t working now.
You find yourself drawn to new ideas, places, or people who reflect a version of yourself you haven't fully stepped into yet.
You hear yourself saying “I can’t do this anymore” or “There has to be another way.”

If any of this resonates, change might already be in motion—even if you can’t see the full picture yet.

What to Do When You Know It’s Time

Start Small:

The biggest misconception about change is that it has to be sudden or drastic. It doesn’t. Sometimes, the most profound shifts begin with one small step—a conversation, a decision, a quiet commitment to yourself.

Embrace Discomfort:

Change is rarely easy. The moment right before transformation often feels the most uncertain. But discomfort doesn’t mean you’re on the wrong path; it means you’re cultivating something new.

Get Clear on Your “Why”:

What are you moving toward? If the answer is “I don’t know yet,” that’s okay. Sometimes, all you need to know is what no longer fits. The clarity about what comes next will follow.

Reframe Setbacks:

Feeling stuck or taking a step backward doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re learning. Every moment of hesitation or doubt is part of the process—it’s data, not defeat.

Surround Yourself with Support:

You don’t have to navigate change alone. The people, spaces, and resources around you influence your ability to step forward. Find those who help you move in the direction you want to go.