I feel change is an important topic right now all over the world and particularly 2010 is a major year of change I’m sure you all agree…
Most of us have been through times (or going through times) where we weren’t quite happy with our situation but basically settled because of comfort and familiarity. At times sacrificing our dreams and passions because of a sense of security. The definition of homeostasis is a tendency “to live with existing conditions and avoid change”.
There are two types of people – those who settle and those who don’t. There are those who take risks and ones who stick with what’s safe.
To create change you need to step out of that comfort zone and little bit by bit step further and further away till before you know it you are miles away from where you were and have achieved more then you ever dreamed you could!
Change can be exciting and incredibly scary at the same time. Think back to a time when you were anticipating a major change like moving town, changing jobs, starting a family and so on. I remember as I was growing up we were moving often, and changing schools quite frequently. It was a dreadful feeling and I would anticipate the awkward first day at school for weeks ahead. Yes it was awkward and yes it was scary but in the end always better then I had anticipated.
I’ve learned that the sooner we begin to trust the process of change and “flow” with the universe and what is on offer the more happy and content we will ultimately be. We cant always see the reasons for how and why things happen the way they do, but if you only wait it will be clear and in hind sight you will see there truly was a bigger and better plan waiting for you! Learn to trust that the universe truly has a better perspective on the bigger picture. The universe is not a vacuum and as such when something leaves there is always a replacement of that energy, it only transforms.
Can you imagine a life without change? When change comes relax and have faith that change is fantastic and something more magnificent is on the way to you.
I would like to give you a little challenge! For the next 30 days to do something each and every day that you have never done before! It can be as little as smiling at each and ever person you see or as big as going bungy jumping! I think you will be very surprised with yourself by the end of the 30 days. Keep me posted and share this with anyone you feel would benefit!
Blessings
February 24th, 2010 at 8:01 am
Hey Yamuna,
That’s a GREAT idea! A 30-day challenge can really kick-start a new direction for us. I think once we’re focused on an achievable goal, just taking it one day at a time is certainly doable.
Life will throw challenges at us …to see how committed we are, and that’s good too. It provides an opportunity to re-evaluate and perhaps make some course adjustments.
…to Your Success!
~ Chris ~
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Yamuna Keller Reply:
February 24th, 2010 at 6:20 pm
Hi Chris, Thanks very much. Well said regarding focusing on a achievable goal. As I was saying to Val sometimes change can be quite daunting and pacing is the key. I dont know about everyone else but this year has already thrown huge changes at me and i’m trying to take it day by day. Although having said that it is also very important to have your long term goals established and rest happens by itself! So exciting!
~Blessings~
Yamuna Keller
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February 24th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Yamuna,
what a great idea – the 30 day challenge. I’m up for it!
Your blog looks great. I look forward to reading more,
Val
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Yamuna Keller Reply:
February 24th, 2010 at 6:14 pm
Hi Val, I appreciate you feedback and thank you! Yes I think it can be something fun to do and who knows what you could achieve! Some people are really scared of change so taking little steps is easy way to eventually make BIG CHANGE!
Blessings
Yamuna Keller
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March 10th, 2010 at 5:46 pm
Enjoy your inspiring writing here! Yes, “Change
can be exciting and incredibly scary at the same
time.” So many of those most challenging things
give us the greatest rewards.
I love having new things ahead of me and while
clicking through it all we get to keep peeking
back to see the values big or small… That can
be a motivating boost in itself to keep going:)
Robin Lynn Brooks´s last blog ..Confident and Sexy – Free Aphrodisiac
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Yamuna Keller Reply:
March 11th, 2010 at 7:53 pm
Right on Robin! Yeah I think some people handle change better then others. I love change, even just re-arranging the house which i did recently gave me a fresh boost of energy. I’m a big fan of clearing out the old to make way for the new also which I have also been doing a lot of lately. Thanks for your comment Robin!
Blessings
Yamuna Keller
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March 13th, 2010 at 8:18 am
I love 30 Day Challenges! It is such a great way to push yourself to accomplish more. I love your idea of a challenge to do something (anything) new everyday. I am writing this down so that I can do this very soon. I will come back and let you know how it goes!
Thanks for the great idea.
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Yamuna Keller Reply:
March 15th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
Hey Melissa, Yeah challenges are great although lately things have been a little hectic at home so I am not starting any challenges till I know for sure I can stick to it cause I feel terrible when I start something and dont finish! Let me know how you go
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Yamuna Keller Reply:
March 15th, 2010 at 8:35 pm
I should clarify that “30 Day Challenges” are great… although there is I guess always a positive side to the everyday challenges we all face! lol
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March 20th, 2010 at 12:18 am
Hey Yamuna
Great that you are able to rock and roll again and share your beautiful blog with us all again too. I really love the way you’ve designed it and set it up.. especially the signatures at the end of each post… small detail but very effective…and also of course am very partial to the topics you cover being a LOA coach and devotee myself!! LOL
I like setting myself challenges and what I use too is people to hold me accountable to following through!! People like you no doubt…
Great to have you back in action….
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April 19th, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Hi Val, I appreciate you feedback and thank you! Yes I think it can be something fun to do and who knows what you could achieve! Some people are really scared of change so taking little steps is easy way to eventually make BIG CHANGE!
Blessings
Yamuna Keller
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April 25th, 2010 at 12:04 am
WOW this is a great post. Its interesting people resist change, however if you take it with 2 hands, the results are amazing!! Love the idea of a “30 day Challenge”
Thanks again
Kaye
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May 21st, 2010 at 12:54 am
I should clarify that “30 Day Challenges” are great… although there is I guess always a positive side to the everyday challenges we all face! lol
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May 22nd, 2010 at 1:47 am
Hi Chris, Thanks very much. Well said regarding focusing on a achievable goal. As I was saying to Val sometimes change can be quite daunting and pacing is the key. I dont know about everyone else but this year has already thrown huge changes at me and i’m trying to take it day by day. Although having said that it is also very important to have your long term goals established and rest happens by itself! So exciting!
~Blessings~
Yamuna Keller
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June 5th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Enjoy your inspiring writing here! Yes, “Change
can be exciting and incredibly scary at the same
time.” So many of those most challenging things
give us the greatest rewards.
I love having new things ahead of me and while
clicking through it all we get to keep peeking
back to see the values big or small… That can
be a motivating boost in itself to keep going:)
Robin Lynn Brooks´s last blog ..Confident and Sexy – Free Aphrodisiac
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