New Beginnings, Hidden in Endings

New Beginnings, Hidden in Endings

Life has a way of nudging us toward change, sometimes gently, other times with a force that feels like everything we once knew is slipping through our fingers. The vitality, energy, and lightness that once filled our days can feel dulled, as if something is missing. But what if nothing is wrong? What if this discomfort, this sense of restlessness, is simply a sign that we are being invited into the next stage of our journey?

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”  Viktor E. Frankl

When what once worked no longer does, when the kids leave home, when the job that once felt fulfilling now feels empty, when the relationships we’ve poured ourselves into no longer fit, it’s easy to feel lost. We might question ourselves, wonder if we’ve made a mistake, or even try to force things to stay the same. Change is a natural rhythm of life, and discontentment is often a signal that we are outgrowing a previous version of ourselves.

Instead of seeing this as something to fear, what if we approached it with curiosity? What if we asked ourselves: What is this discomfort trying to show me? What parts of myself have been waiting to emerge? What do I truly desire in this next phase of my life?

Often, we hold onto past roles, habits, or expectations because they once served us. But as we grow, our needs, dreams, and purpose evolve. It’s not that something is wrong, it’s that we are ready for something new. And that is a powerful realization.

Rather than resisting this transition, we can choose to embrace it. To explore. To listen to what our inner self is whispering. The sense of stuckness is not a sign of failure; it is an invitation. An opening. A threshold leading to something even more aligned, more authentic, and more fulfilling.

Congratulations! The fact that you are noticing that something no longer works for you is a huge first step. Awareness is where transformation begins. By recognizing this shift, you are opening the door to new possibilities, deeper self discovery, and a more vibrant way of living. Trust yourself in this process, you are exactly where you need to be.

Journal Prompt: Where in my life do I feel the most energy, lightness, and joy? Where do I feel drained or disconnected? What might these sensations be telling me about what I need or what I am ready for?

Activity: Spend a day tuning into your energy levels. Notice where you feel most alive and where you feel depleted. Is it in certain conversations, activities, or places? Be your own explorer, observe without judgment, just with curiosity. What patterns emerge?

So if you find yourself feeling restless, uninspired, or unsure of what’s next, know this: your next chapter is already waiting for you. You are not lost, you are simply on the brink of a new beginning. And that beginning? It holds more vitality, energy, and purpose than you can imagine.

Are you ready to step into it?