There is always something greater working. Life is bigger then just us, whether we choose to see it or not. And in everything you do, there is always a choice. Life is constantly dropping obstacles and offering options. And while it’s good to have choices, sometimes it creates confusion and becomes overwhelming. When you invest time in understanding yourself, decide what is important, and set priorities, you are giving yourself direction to navigate through life and determine when to keep moving and when to let go.
Here are some tips to help you along the way:
- Is it in line with your priorities? Sometimes, your heart and your mind are not on the same page. You may want to buy a new car, but creating a budget and getting out of debt is the priority for this year. If you buy the car, how does that affect your priority? Or maybe you planned a family vacation but work called an impromptu meeting the day you are scheduled to leave. If your family is your first priority, but you choose to rearrange your vacation, your words and your actions are not sending the same message. We cannot let the choices that present themselves derail the priorities. Every decision sends a message regarding your priorities. If the decision is out of alignment, then it may be time to let it go.
- Is it relevant? There are seasons in life, and over time, priorities change. It’s a natural progression. Yet, we cling to the past – out of comfort, out of fear, out of love. No matter the reason, every once in while we must make the hard choice to let go in order to stay relevant in our current situations. In a simple example from my own life, the priorities when I was a single mother are vastly different from the priorities in my life now as a wife and mother. Being able to recognize that has allowed me to make decisions in my career to better align with the change in priorities. And the same will go for you as long as you can honestly evaluate your current situation and align priorities without external influences. If something is no longer relevant, then let it go.
- Is it keeping you from success? If you have a goal that you cannot reach, take some time to determine what is holding you back. Sometimes we put on blinders, but without knowing the reasons behind a failure, you will not be able to progress. Once you can find the root cause, you have the ability to fix it, change it, conquer it, or remove it. Only then can you truly let it go and move forward.
The decision to let go of negativity is not easy, but it is a positive step in the right direction. The important part of letting go is being able to do without regret or second thoughts. Staying focused on your priorities, what is relevant, and your future success can help keep you grounded as you determine what says and what goes.
And if you’re still having a hard time, just ask yourself what Elsa would do.
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