There’s something about not knowing that can be paralyzing. Not knowing how it will turn out. Not knowing if you’re strong enough. Not knowing if you’ll regret it. But here’s a thought—what if you did it anyway?
Fear of the unknown is human. It’s your mind trying to protect you from pain. But it can also protect you from joy, expansion, and those unforgettable moments of wind-in-your-hair freedom. The truth is, almost every meaningful chapter of your life started with the unknown. First jobs. Motherhood. New love. Reinvention. It all began without guarantees.
This week’s podcast guest Kena Siu —a self-love and empowerment coach and host of the Midlife Butterfly podcast—shared a moment that stayed with me. She talked about a physically daunting climb she never would have agreed to if she'd known the full challenge ahead. But because she didn’t know, she showed up. She sweat. She paused. She pushed through. And the reward? A joyride downhill so exhilarating it made every uphill struggle worth it.
What if the only thing standing between you and a breathtaking new chapter is the story you’re telling yourself about not being ready? What if you didn’t need certainty, just courage? What if your next beautiful fix is waiting on the other side of "I don’t know"?
Your invitation this week:
Notice where you're waiting for clarity or certainty before taking action. Then ask yourself: what would it look like to move forward anyway?
With curiosity,
xoxo Tracy
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