Picture this: you stumble upon a transformative 10-day personal development retreat. The moment you read about it, something inside you clicks—you have to be there.
No questions, no hesitations. That was me at the tail end of the pandemic, hungry for growth and transformation.
The experience was nothing short of life-altering, and I felt a wave of inspiration wash over me. I even wrote a heartfelt blog post to remember the magic of those ten days.
Fast forward to two months ago.
A similar 5-day program caught my eye.
This should have been a no-brainer, right?
I started planning—flights, stays, rental cars—but before I could pull the trigger, the tickets vanished. Sold out.
As I pondered over this, a revelation hit me: I was never fully committed to going in the first place.
The thoughts like, “Could any other program replicate the magic?” or “Is a 5-day experience even worth it?” prevented me from taking decisive action.
So, what’s the verdict? The universe has its way of weeding out half-hearted intentions, and that’s perfectly fine by me.
Lessons From a Missed Opportunity
- Reality Check: Missing that chance? It was a reflection of my own hesitation. And that’s okay. If you’re on the fence, ask yourself, ‘Am I all-in?’ Your answer may be the wake-up call you need.
- Liberation: Dropping a commitment you’re not fully behind can be the ultimate freedom. The mental baggage instantly lifts, and you’re free to focus on what truly matters.
So, what about you?
Ever found yourself grappling with half-baked commitments?
I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Love,
Wen