Living our lives with a constant safety net can create an invisible barrier to true freedom.
As we pursue the life of our dreams, we often encounter moments where the choice is between stepping into the unknown and staying within the comfort of what we know. It can feel like walking a tightrope—each step a careful balancing act, and at times, we might sense we are doing so without a net beneath us. While the idea of a safety net can give us the courage to begin, it's the trust in our own abilities and the belief in our capacity to navigate without it that truly sets us free. When we align ourselves with a sense of balance and trust in the universe, we discover that we are supported, even if the support isn't immediately visible.
If we only take action when we can see a safety net below us, we risk allowing it to become a trap—creating a barrier that keeps us from fully pursuing our goals. Change is a natural part of life. Once we remove fear from the equation, we can channel our energy into the dreams that await us.
Support flows into our lives when we take those first uncertain steps, trusting that the universe will provide just what we need. And in doing so, we can embrace whatever comes as a gift for our growth—whether it's a soft landing, an unexpected intervention, or a lesson learned through failure. Instead of letting fear of the unknown hold us back, we can learn to embrace the fall, knowing it’s part of the process that will ultimately lead to flight. When we trust that everything happens for a reason, we realize that we are always held by the universe, and we are equipped to make the most of whatever comes our way.
If letting go is a challenge for you, let's talk.
Debi Anson LCSW CAADC
616-268-2787
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