How to Rediscover Your True Passion after a Huge Challenge

We have all faced challenging times in our life, such as a new career, the loss of a loved one, or divorce.

When faced with any of these challenges, it is suggested you take your time, come up for air, and use this precious opportunity to rediscover yourself. Think of this time in your life as an adventure to explore the real you. 

Treasure Your Gifts Within

Realizing we are all born with “gold nuggets” is a hard concept for many women to believe. You are magnificent just the way you are! Over time, you might have forgotten your unique gifts and are only thinking of what you don’t like about yourself or your life. Set a new intention, starting today, to list all of your great qualities. Read that list every day.

Give Yourself a Break

When dealing with major life challenges, many women feel the need to stay busy to keep their minds off this stressful time. For example, they may try working overtime or cleaning the house from top to bottom. It’s essential to let this time include pampering yourself. Barter with a friend/neighbor to watch your children, or leave work a few minutes early so you can enjoy a quiet cup of coffee. Try sitting on a park bench long enough to get that sense of the unique and special YOU. Take this time every day to experience life without feeling like a wife, mother, sister or daughter… simply you!

No regrets! No bitterness!

Holding onto regrets and bitterness will only keep your life from moving forward. Is your inner voice working overtime with all the “what ifs” and “if onlys”? Are these thoughts serving you or helping you feel better? Will thinking about them over and over again change anything? To move your life forward, it is important to acknowledge your feelings. Learn from your past experiences to prepare yourself for the next exciting chapter of your life. 

What really matters to you?

What do you feel is your true purpose in life? If someone asked you that question, how would you answer them? Why is it so important to be clear on what your purpose is? Knowing your purpose will give your life direction and help you make clear and easy decisions concerning that direction. It’s your compass. Take this time to focus on what really matters to you. Feel the true passions that exist in your heart and write them down.

Be True To Yourself

During challenging situations, we are often filled with doubts. We question ourselves about what is right, what we should do do, and how we feel. Should I or shouldn’t I? It seems difficult to make a decision. Listen to your heart. What feels right? What doesn’t feel quite right? If a situation does not feel right, honor your resistance by pausing. Sometimes waiting is the best thing to do. If a decision feels good, usually that means you are heading in the right direction. When we listen to our hearts, we are in integrity with ourselves. When we are in integrity with ourselves, we learn to say NO more easily.  

--Joanie Winberg
www.FreshStartAfterDivorce.com
www.GettingAlongSolutions.com