I used to be a change junkie, believing the next “hit” outside of me was the answer. I switched jobs five times in the same industry thinking each would bring me what I wanted. When they did not end well, depression hit and made me wonder if I was missing something. I kept thinking, “Oh boy, this will change my life!” I didn’t realize change is an inside job.

We force things in life according to the fantasies we have in our heads, working tirelessly for outside change, only to find very few shifts within us. As much as we change the external, without emotional risk we aren’t changing crap. The key is to be emotionally present and open to what may come rather than making decisions based on a perceived identity of who we are… or what others expect of us. A good way to do this is to tap into your creativity and connect with what brings you joy without feeling like it’s a waste of time or detracting from your goals. Tune in to understand why flipping jobs, relationships, homes, etc. won’t solve your problems. Because wherever you go… there you are!