Do you ever wish starting over in real life could be as easy as pressing reset on a video game? In Super Mario Brothers, for instance, whenever Luigi bites the dust, you simply start over as if nothing happened. But in our own lives, we often stay stuck when we know we’d be better off hitting that reset button.
The question I'm left to ask, why is that? Why do we feel like starting over is us failing? And it's this curiosity that prompted today's blog post and its related podcast episode. So, with that said... Let’s talk about how to embrace starting over in life!
Explore This Topic Even Deeper
Ready to go beyond the blog? Dive into the conversation on Episode 380 of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration and learn exactly how to harness the power of a fresh start. Don’t miss the chance to gain deeper insights and practical tips for making that big move in your life. This is your invitation to finally embark on that new beginning you've been dreaming about!
Why We Resist the Reset
Even when we can sense we’re in the wrong place—stuck in a stagnant career, unhappy in a draining relationship, or clinging to an outdated identity—we resist starting over. Often, the thought of letting go means admitting that something isn’t working. We may ask ourselves questions like:
- “Have I wasted all these years?”
- “What if I fail again?”
- “Is it too late to try something new?”
The truth is, nothing you’ve done is ever lost. Every bit of experience you gained along the way can serve as the foundation for whatever comes next.
Turn the Page on Fear
Here’s a fact: clarity comes with movement. You won’t magically figure everything out by lying awake at night, worrying about the unknown. You have to take action—even a tiny, trembling step forward can begin to clear the fog. Think of it like driving through mist: you won’t see the road ahead if you don’t keep inching forward. The more you move, the clearer things become.
Embrace Your Experience
Starting over doesn’t mean you’re back at square one. It means you’re building a new path with the bricks of hard-earned wisdom you’ve already collected. Career changes, relationship redirections, or brand-new dreams aren’t you “throwing away” your past; they’re you using your past to create something better.
Quick Reminder:
- Don’t downplay the knowledge you’ve gained.
- Recognize all the ways you’ve grown.
- Trust that your history prepares you for future success.
The Power of One Small Step
You don’t need to see the entire staircase to take the first step. Call the person, send the email, say “no” to what no longer serves you—whatever your version of forward motion is, do it. Momentum begets momentum. Once you get going, the next steps will reveal themselves, and you’ll pick up speed you never thought possible.
Overcoming the “What Ifs”
Worried you’ll regret it?
- Reframe fear: Fear often signals you’re thinking big.
- Stay curious: Ask “What if this works?” instead of only “What if this fails?”
- Repeat: Every single day is another chance to reset if you need to.
Write Your Next Chapter
Think of your life like a book: each chapter ends, and a new one begins. You can’t get to the good part if you refuse to turn the page. And you can’t know the ending before you start. So, open to that blank page—embrace it. The best part about your story is that you have the power to craft it!
Ready for More?
If you’re fired up and ready for a deeper dive into why starting fresh might be exactly what you need, head on over to Episode 380 of Grit, Grace, & Inspiration!
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