RECOGNIZING WHEN IT'S TIME FOR CHANGE

Have you ever felt a quiet restlessness, a sense that something in your life is no longer in alignment?

Sometimes, we wait for a major event to push us toward change—a crisis, a breakdown, an undeniable sign. But often, the first signals are subtle: a loss of excitement for something we once loved, a growing discomfort in familiar routines, a quiet voice inside that whispers, There’s something more.

The question is: Do we listen to these signals, or do we ignore them until change is no longer a choice, but a necessity?

Take a moment to reflect: Where in your life are you feeling the pull toward change? And what’s stopping you from taking the first step?

How do you know when it’s time for change?
Change rarely announces itself loudly. Instead, it often starts as a gentle nudge—subtle signs that something no longer fits, that what once fulfilled us now feels heavy, that the path we’re on isn’t leading where we thought it would.

Some of the most common signals include:

• Feeling drained or uninspired by something that once excited you.

• A persistent sense of "this isn’t quite right," even if nothing is outwardly wrong.

• Envy or longing when you see someone living a different reality—one that speaks to something unfulfilled within you.

Think about an area of your life where you’ve felt these signals. Have you been paying attention, or pushing them aside?

Why we resist change
Even when we know something isn’t working, we often hold onto it. We convince ourselves that maybe it will get better, that we’re just being impatient, that it’s easier to stay where we are than to step into the unknown.

But what if resisting change is actually costing you more than embracing it would?

Fear of the unknown is natural, but staying in a place that no longer aligns with you isn’t safety—it’s stagnation.

How to move toward change with confidence
Change doesn’t require a dramatic leap. Sometimes, it begins with a question: What if I allowed myself to explore something different?

Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the big picture, start with one small shift:

• A conversation with someone who has already made the change you’re considering.

• Journaling about what life could look like if you gave yourself permission to evolve.

• Taking one tangible step, no matter how small, toward what feels right.

What would happen if, instead of fearing change, you trusted that it was leading you exactly where you need to go?

Recognizing when it’s time for change is one of the greatest acts of self-awareness. Choosing to act on it is one of the greatest acts of self-leadership.

So, I ask you: What’s one area of your life where you feel the quiet pull toward change? And what’s one small step you could take today to move in that direction?