Over the last half-decade, I've embarked on a multi-faceted quest for self-development. Books, coaches, workshops, spiritual practices, and international living have all been part of my arsenal. The ride has been exhilarating, painful, insightful, and above all, transformative—even when I didn't realize it at the time.
Transformation's True Test: A New Chapter in France
The real value of any transformation often goes unnoticed until it's put to the test. This has never been more apparent than this past month when I relocated to France, an endeavor that proved the merits of my years-long self-development journey.
For followers of my LinkedIn newsletter, you might have noted my brief hiatus. My initial return to France was, to put it mildly, challenging.
A Painful Reentry: The Reality of Expectations
I had arranged for a young couple to housesit my apartment and care for my dog during my 3-month trip to Australia. Initially, everything seemed fine; my dog appeared happy in the pictures they sent. Two weeks before my return, things took a concerning turn. Unexpected requests and red flags led to a heartbreaking discovery upon my return—my 14-year-old dog covered in his urine and suffering from a painful infection.
From Anger to Compassion: The Pivot Point
Rather than succumbing to anger or regret, I channeled compassion and focus. I refused to let these setbacks cloud my vision or derail my objectives. Within a matter of weeks, not only did I manage to get my affairs in order, but I also secured a lucrative local contract and another opportunity in the pipeline.
The Moments That Define You
It's these critical junctures—your reactions, your inner feelings, your perspective—that signal true transformation. Your mindset during stressful times is the ultimate indicator that you've grown, changed, and truly transformed. And when you recognize this, the struggles and trials you've faced suddenly feel incredibly worthwhile.
A Unique Opportunity: Explore Transformation Through Multi-Sensory Experiences
If this story resonates with you, and you're curious about embarking on your own transformative journey, I have a special opportunity. On November 22, I will be hosting an intimate, multi-sensory workshop designed to ignite self-discovery and clarity. Normally a 1:1 offering, this event is open for a select group of 25 individuals. The ticket price is €42.00, inclusive of all taxes.
And as you read this story, I invite you to the following questions...
What resonates for you most?
Do you focus on applying these thoughts to your own situations or on wanting to know more about my situation to justify your own views on it?
(For the record, any external views/ judgements on my personal situations are irrelevant. Only I have the information required for that, others don't. I view your own personal situations in the same way, that's for you to judge, not me.)
And perhaps most importantly... if you've also been choosing a path of self-development, what changes have you noticed in yourself? And how often do you pause to appreciate that?
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