Today, I received an email from a very smart woman who is just beginning her journey as an entrepreneur. In her email, she shared with me that lately she’s been noticing that a lot of “stuff” is coming up for her.  When I read this, I smiled.  I knew that my smart, courageous friend is getting out of her “comfort zone.”  Smart Women know that when they enter unfamiliar territory in life and business, “stuff” always shows up and can get in the way.

Making a decision to do something new or different in your life can get really uncomfortable.  It triggers all of your “stuff” down deep inside.  You may start to question everything you do and sometimes you wonder if you should continue with your new Big Idea, Dream, or Goal.  After all, you may not be overjoyed with your current life situation, job, or business but at least it’s familiar—right?  I remember a time in my life when I felt out of sorts, stuck and trapped, but at the same time I wasn’t sure if I had the courage to make the changes that were needed in order to feel whole, passionate and purposeful.

For example, when I decided to give birth to Smart Women Smart Solutions, there were many reasons why it wasn’t the most “ideal” time to begin something new.  For example, I had my son who was a toddler and was pregnant with my daughter.  My “stuff” seemed to pop up everywhere and follow me around with all of the reasons why now might not be the “right” time to start a new business.  “Who will take care of my son?”  “Now isn’t the right time”  “What if it doesn’t work?”  “What if I fail?”  Sound familiar?

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