Embracing the Unexpected

First published 8 August 2024

I had planned to write about something completely different today.

I’d had it all mapped out in my head. But life, as it often does, had other plans. 

The video I was planning to share and wax lyrical about simply wasn’t available.  A classic case of my expectations not quite matching reality.

We’ve all been there, haven’t we?

We build up an idea of how something should be, only to find it doesn’t quite pan out.

It’s easy to get caught in the ‘that’s not fair’ trap.  Perhaps even an element of the blame game.  (check me out having a running theme for 3 weeks!)

But, what if we shifted our perspective?

What if rather than taking things personally and beginning to embracing a victim mentality. instead of focusing on what should be, we embraced what is?

Living an ‘easier’ life is about flexibility, adaptability, and finding opportunities in unexpected places.  Maybe even actively seeking them out?

It’s about recognising that while we can plan and prepare, life often has its own agenda.

And that’s okay.

This definitely isn’t about lowering expectations, but rather it’s about adjusting our mindset.

It’s about finding joy in the unexpected, and seeing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Let’s talk about how we can embrace life’s curveballs and turn them into something positive.

And on that note I’m going to leave it there.  Reminding myself it doesn’t have to be hard or complicated, it can just be what it is!

You know how to reach me if you need to (hint – the contact page is an excellent place to start!)