Letting Go Gracefully

Letting Go Gracefully

Fall is quickly moving into the Northeast with cool days and evenings, and I’m enjoying the change.

As I was looking out my window today and reflecting, the leaves were swirling and dancing to the ground. They were letting go so gracefully. I started thinking about my life, and the times I had to release and let go. It was hard, and I didn’t do it as gracefully as the leaves. Even though I know that letting go oftentimes is better for me in the end, sometimes I fight it. Honestly, I don’t know why I resist, but I do. Letting go can be freeing, so why the struggle?

Letting go was our topic of discussion at the last Coffee Connect, and I discovered that I’m not the only one who struggles with it!

Here are some of the reasons we discussed: 

  • We may not like where we are, but we know what we have and what we can expect
  • Guilt: what will others think?
  • Doubt: can I really do this?
  • Rejection: how will others perceive me?
  • Failure: what if it doesn’t work?
  • Fear: always stops us
  • Control: we like to be in control and giving it up is hard
  • Overthinking it: the what ifs?
  • Risk of the unknown
  • Unknown is always scary
  • What area in my life do I start to release?
  • Motive: is it something I need to let go of, or am I doing it for someone else?
  • Trust: is my faith strong enough?
  • Courage: do I have it?

We all agreed the end result can be freedom, opportunity, growth, change, awareness, increased strength, more happiness and joy. We can let go, walk through it and survive. 

In the comments section tell us your thoughts on letting go. Is it hard or easy for you?

10 Comments

  1. Sheri Strunz

    Marie this topic is a good one.
    I’m not a fan of change
    and sometimes I struggle
    with fear of the unknown
    or wanting to be in control.
    But you brought up a good
    point. Not all change is bad
    some change actually encourages
    Personal growth!
    Thanks for your insight and
    your reflections on this topic.
    I look forward to seeing you
    at the next coffee connect.
    Love you!💕
    Sheri

  2. Karyn Kostolanci

    I’m trying to focus on each day, sometimes just focusing moment by moment. Time keeps moving, there’s no choice but to be at peace and smile and say today’s gonna be a good day!❤😊🙏

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