Make the decision to change!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 12:39AM I'm still doing it... clearing out, and I love it. Now I have so much stuff that has to go... so it's a case of boxing it all up and giving it to charity... love this!!! I'm moving the office back home again and it's something I have wanted to do for a while, and now is the time... yay!!!
It feels good to have made this decision.
Making decisions are hard, and I know for me it is. I am the one who needs confirmation that I am doing the right thing by someone else. I'm not insecure, I suppose I just need backup. I like to see things from every angle and often someone elses point of view is important.
I had to do it today again. Car shopping... ugh... some people love it but me... I do but not the research. It was never my forte! But I had to do it or I would be without a car at the end of the week... and I did it with the help of Chris bless him, who is staying with me for a few weeks. He's also the one I have to blame for the 1am moving of the piano and also the clearing of the garage... well actually I can't blame it all on him, because as soon as we get talking I want to put the ideas into action, and the problem is, he is the same.... so thats it... we start something and don't stop until we finish and his wife, rolls her eyes and say's right I'm off to bed... she knows what we are like!! haha
But when we make decisions that we know are right, they feel good. Even though there could be a lot of effort that we have to put in to make it happen. And its the effort that we have to make is often the thing that stops us from doing it. We have to realize that the more we put something off the bigger the task it will be in the end.
So why put things off... you just got to get onto it and make changes. Make the decisions that you need to make and know that when you make the decision it's going to feel right. And then there will be no stopping you.
So find the courage to know that you can make the decision that is right for you, and also you have to know that when it's right, act upon it and don't delay. It could be the decision that will change your life!
Big hugs everyone!
Lisa xx
Reader Comments (24)
Hi Lisa,
You know, from your point of view, with your circumstances having changed, I think it makes perfect sense to have your offices at home. I would imagine it would save on travel time, which in turn gives you more hours in the day (and we all know you don't have enough of those!), but most important of all, Charlie has easier access to you. Both my hubby and I operate our businesses from home, and although it is a pain sometimes because I have to organise lunch for my man everyday, plus he can walk in at any time and check what I am up to, in so many ways it is awesome and works very well. Also, when I have my grandkids over I can adjust my schedule accordingly. We have been working from home for about three years now, and when we move home in a few months time, we are trying to arrange things that we continue working from home. I think you are absolutely making the right decision. Obviously, as you mentioned once before, you just have to keep the spirit activity at bay, but I am sure you are quite capable of working around that.
By the way, I also really love getting a second or third opinion on whether I am making the right decision, even although I like to make my own decisions and am not very good at other people telling me what to do. I don't think there is anything wrong with that, it's just confirmation that I am on the right track. I also like a sense of sharing my ideas.
Hugs and blessings,
Jeanette
Yes, I am making a big change also and I am working toward it with only minor allowances for prior commitments and day-to-day life. A local show had an astrologer on and said that everyone would be feeling urge to change but they needed to wait a week for things to settle , planet wise, before doing the change. Well that was about 3 weeks ago so here we are!
.............mmhhh
Lisa you are so right again!
I'm also the one who needs confirmation,this makes me very insecure!
I took a decision,I thought it was the right one...But I took her back...
I would have made somebody uncertain,not more..
I thought it would be right perhaps. Only for me it would have been good!
But for the other Person???The One would not be interested in it....
It's really not easy to take decisions, if we make one and nothing changes.
And then there are the decision,not taking any decisions...this is the simplest
way. ;o)
Love and Hugs your way
Sina
Hi Lisa, again a great message falling right into place ;-) You are right when it's time to act, it's time to act ! But I'm also a bit like you I need to ask everybody else's opinion to make sure I'm not making a big a mistake. For me it's about applying for a job in the USA and I hesitated so much about where to go and now that I may have met someone I hesitate even more so I think I'll wait a while and then nothing will stop me... ;-)
Thank you Lisa,
Gros bisous !
Lise
Hi Lisa,
You are an action woman! Yay! That is how to make the most out of life and get the most done! I envy that! I have a lot of ideas, but putting them into reality takes more time than it should! I wasn't always that way, but circumstances change and the wind got rather knocked out of my sails. Now, as I am getting older, I am gearing up, so that time doesn't leave me in the dust.
I am so glad you are making changes that are helping you to feel better and streamlining certain aspects of your life! I am always delighted to hear that you are happy and fulfilled!
Be well, and frequently elated!
Hugs and love,
Cheryl
Bonjour Lisa,
How inspiring to see you going through major changes with friends and a smile on your face! Changes are never easy. But if we stay positive, life will eventually get much easier. Also, I think it's alright to go back and forth many times before making a BIG decision. I think it's very wise! :)
Till I was 40, I'd often let somebody else decide for me: parents, teachers, friends and then ex-husband. I thought it was easier that way in order to avoid disputes and to please everybody. But I was WRONG. I simply got tired of it because I felt that my own needs got ignored much too often. Now, I take my time to think about what I really want, meditate on it and when I feel ready, there is nobody to stop me, no body I can blame for the decision. If I make a mistake then I can learn from it. But at least it's my mistake and I can live with it. I finally feel FREE and HAPPY in my new environment.
Best of luck, Lisa!
HUGS
Hey there Lisa,
It is funny to read your blog today because although the details and timing of events is slightly different, it is pretty much the same. I just had to make a decision on a new car just two weeks ago and tomorrow I will be packing to move back to my apartment permanently. My life is changing so rapidly that I hardly have time to even think about it. Maybe that is a good thing right now or I would just stand still and go into panic mode. Even Teddy went out and I did not put much thought into it. So Teddy is now safe in heaven embraced by the angels. Although my heart is very heavy, I am starting to feel a bit lighter. So I totally understand when you say clearing and making decisions in order to put forward a plan of action. I made some decisions and commitments last night and of course I had doubts because we get comfortable in our illusions of security and happiness. So I did make a short-term committment and this morning I was greeted by a caterpillar that literally crossed my path. Now I have not seen a caterpillar in the longest time and knew it was a clear sign. Let me put it this way, I felt so connected to that caterpillar for that moment. Amazing!!!
Love n Hugs,
DS
Lisa, even though your post is about what's happening in your life, it applies to mine so much at the moment. Your quote "We have to realize that the more we put something off the bigger the task it will be in the end." and "So find the courage to know that you can make the decision that is right for you, and also you have to know that when it's right, act upon it and don't delay" hits me right in the heart (literally) of everything I am going through at the moment. So even though I cried reading your post (is that silly?) I know that what you say is what I have to realize and I know what you've said in the past posts is what I should have realized then. So thanks for being that voice that I needed to hear, but didn't know how.
Lisa, love your last 2 blogs just what I needed, inspiration to start purging and clearing out, BUT please could you send me some of your energy, my get up & go has got up & went (LOL)
Blessings, Hugs & Love to you & Charlie
Bonnie
yes Lisa I am making major changes in my life also. With this new beginning if you will, I found you and realized I had put my spiritual life on hold for 7 years -- I found myself looking for my numerology books; astrology books and my tarot cards. Found them all but my tarot cards a few are missing so I need a new deck. People are coming into my life and one in particular she is my son's x-girlfriend -- we bumped into her at the beach and again at the doggie park the odds of us bumping in to her is like 99 to 1. So I took advantage of the situation and spent an hour talking to her and getting to know her --I felt a strong connection -- I am trying to figure out the lesson learned and I believe it might have to do with letting go -- letting go of a 16 year old son and let him learn from his mistakes if he makes any. That's what happened to Sara and she is a totally new person. Lisa -- I recommend a tarot card reading for you to help you with your decisions. My numerology numbers are 11 this year -- what are yours? Blessed be!
Lisa, you are amazing and you really do make a difference to so many peoples lives! Thanks Hun Love Julie xx
Lis good for you I'm hoping our energy will rub off so I can do the garage too:) But first I need morning coffee!! LOL Youa re so right, we feel so much better without things hanging over looming to get done. Love COll
Summoning the energy and such to have a clear out here as well... it's amazing how one day you look around and say 'omg when did all this stuff show up?'. We are acquisitive aren't we?
Yay for the decision to move your office back in to your home again. My only advice, having a home office myself: make sure there is a door. That you can close. Otherwise the work mocks you at all hours and calls you in to deal with it. Which can be fine - creative types like you will churn out ideas at all hours, but it's important to be able to shut the door and have as much distance as if you drove five miles home.
Lots of love - I'm going to tackle.. hmmm. the cabinet under the sink in my home office. Scary!
Lisa -- thanks for the blog message today....it was perfect timing. Ive been putting a few things off that will better my life. And putting others first for so long. I am finally giving myself permission to clear my clutter, make the changes & hopefully the people who love me will be there to support my efforts. All I know is I have to make the change. Thank you soo much for your encouragement & inspiration! Im wishing I had an office outside of the home at this time. And I really need a new car too. But step one -- clear & cleanse. Then onto step two....LOVE you bunches. Im always amazed at how perfect timing your blogs are....xxoxo
Decision to change and time to clean out have been a long time coming but I'm feeling the momentum from your blogs and plan to jump on the train full steam ahead.
I really enjoy reading your blog Lisa, it always gives me something meaningful back. Often the subject you choose to Wright about, is something I can relate to in my own life. I’m a Nurse, and a mother of two, and I live inn Northern Norway. Recently I found out that my husband was cheating on me, and had been for a month or two. Something broke inside me, you know. I always thought it was him and me, for the rest of our lives. Soul mates. Kind of naive, I see now looking back. Well, it all ended with us getting back together. And I cant find out if this is a good thing or a bad thing. I’m just so confused with my own feelings, that I don’t know what to do. Sometimes I feel like I’m walking blindfolded in my life. I keep bumping against tings, not knowing if I’m going in the right direction. Life is tricky that way…you never know what’s going to happen with you.
I often feel that my life is on a sidetrack. I just know that I’m supposed to do something else, but I cant put my finger on what it is! I feel that I need to change direction, but I don’t know where. Its really frustrating!
Anyway, what I want to say is that your blog helps me. You’re absolutely right about that its time for change. Tomorrow I am moving to a new house in a new town, and Friday I’m leaving for vacation! You’re an amazing person, and you give people so much help through your work. Thank you for everything Lisa..
/Mirja in Norway
Sounds like a great dose of 'cleansing' !!! Glad it is making you feel better about every thing to boot !!!
I am getting very excited about a visit from two very special people, 'Lisa' family friends, soon !!! Whoo Hoo !!! I can't believe we are finally meeting, after 4 years and I have you to thank for that !!! What's the bet I burst out crying LOL !!! Something I did when I met you too !!! haha
Many of us still have plans to meet for my 50th in Hawaii also, 3 years and counting !!! hehe
Hugz back and take care ... Sharon xx
Hi Lisa,
I always read your blogs and I am amazed that they always seem to speak to me at the time that I need to hear it. It also confirms to me that no matter where we live in this big world of ours, that we are all one....all going through the same ups and downs in every day life.
I thank you for your words and I am humbled to know that I am not alone in asking others for confirmation regarding my decisions!!
Much Love,
Veanne
Lisa,
I have just finished reading your book & it knocked me over!! I don't have a lot of time to read but I couldn't put it down! My husband ( a non believer) said he couldn't pick it up. Yeah right.
Anyway then I looked on your blog & how about that...I am organizing to finally sit down and clear out a load of paperwork tomorrow while my 3 kids are at school. I have been trying to do this for about a year but have finally said to myself "just do it!". I am a terrible procrastinator, but also very tired at the end of every day.
Thankyou for being you Lisa. You inspire me so much & I hope to see one of your shows one day.
Luv,
Louise
xxx
Congratulations! !!2:46pm and you now have 100k friends!!
Hi Lisa! I am finally reading your book and, oddly, I am at the part where you got tired of spirits sitting next to you on the couch and Charlie's guitar going off! You wanted to protect Charlie and make a separation between business and home. Has your outlook about this changed? Is it because Charlie is a little older now or that you have a different understanding of the dynamics that were going on in the old house? Just curious. Working at home always seems a better option for a working woman (at least women working in *normal* fields!) Ben must be whispering in your ear, telling you it is okay and time to do it! Good luck and enjoy peace and serenity in your new home office!
Hallo LIsa,
Clearing papers .. garage ... whatever out, It's not my cup of tea. But I know once it's done I feel fantastic .. No more chaos in rooms and my head ...Wich is so important ! Thank you for your support.
Love Bieke
... amazing!!! Finding the clarity to make the right decision, sometimes is a journey in itself. Finding the truth through chaos, a hard task, but one worth pursuing. Today I followed through with a decision I made a few days ago, one I have made many times before. It means I am risking.... hoping.... praying.... that my offering of the little I have, but with a heart of love, will make this situation a life changing one, for me and my beautiful man. Trusting myself, trusting the future, hoping for better for us all....
It's hard when you see who a man really is... his true heart, identity, his soul.... but he himself cannot see... making a decision to change is an act of faith & courage ...
Bless you Lisa for the change you help bring to so many... may you be blessed even more in return!
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