You know you’ve matured when you no longer chase people who are inconsistent, when you no longer cling to relationships or friendships, when you’re no longer anxious about any small interaction or pending conversation. Healthy detachment and knowing your worth can do wonders for your overall life.
A dream I’m working towards. Right now I feel at a tipping point where I can see the dream coming true but if I fall, there will be a much harder distance to climb.
Signs that you may have outgrown your current reality and are ready for a new environment:
1. You feel bored and uninspired: When you start feeling uninterested in the things that used to excite you, it may be a sign that you need a new challenge.
2. You feel stuck or stagnant: If you feel like you’re not making progress in your current environment, or if you feel like you’ve hit a plateau, it may be time to seek new opportunities.
3. You feel restless and uneasy: If you find yourself daydreaming about new experiences or feel like something is missing in your life, it may be a sign that you’re ready for a change.
4. You feel disconnected from people around you: If you’re no longer connecting with the people in your current environment, it may be a sign that it’s time to move on and find new connections.
5. You’re constantly seeking growth and learning opportunities: If you’re always looking for ways to learn and grow, it may be a sign that you need to move on to a new environment where you can continue to grow.
6. Your values have changed: If you find that your personal values or beliefs no longer align with those of the people around you or with the culture of your current environment, it may be time to seek a new environment where you can better express and embody your values.
7. You feel like you’re not living up to your potential: If you feel like you have more to offer and are not being challenged or recognized for your abilities, it may be a sign that you need to move on to a new environment where your talents can be more fully utilized.
8. You’re experiencing significant personal growth or transformation: Sometimes, major life changes or personal growth can lead to a feeling of being out of sync with your current environment. If you’re going through a major transition, it may be time to reassess whether your current reality is still a good fit for you.
9. You’re experiencing a significant shift in your career or personal goals: If your career or personal goals have changed significantly, you may find that your current environment is no longer supporting your new direction. In this case, it may be time to seek a new environment that aligns better with your new goals.
10. You’re feeling burnt out or overwhelmed: If you’re feeling drained or overwhelmed by your current environment, it may be a sign that you need a change. Sometimes, taking a break or seeking out a new environment can be the best way to re-energize and regain a sense of balance in your life.
11. You’re feeling consistently unhappy or dissatisfied: If you’re feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with your life on a regular basis, it may be a sign that you need to seek out a new environment that will bring you more joy and fulfillment.
12. You’re feeling frustrated or stuck: If you’re constantly feeling frustrated or stuck in your current situation, it may be a sign that you need to shake things up and try something new.
13. You’re feeling negative or pessimistic: If you find yourself constantly thinking negative thoughts or feeling pessimistic about your future, it may be time to seek out a more positive and supportive environment.
14. You’re feeling unmotivated or uninspired: If you’re lacking motivation or feeling uninspired, it may be a sign that you need to find a new environment that will help you feel more engaged and energized.
15. You’re feeling resentful or bitter: If you’re feeling resentful or bitter towards the people or circumstances in your current environment, it may be a sign that you need to move on and find a new environment that is more aligned with your values and goals.
You can’t possibly ignore everything in the world of the sake of your peace of mind because humans tend to be affected by what happens around them. In a world that moves so fast and constantly feeds you information, it is perfectly fine to turn off the news and watch some wholesome instead.
It is possible though, to care less about things you cannot control. There will always be people you can’t agree with, people who won’t change their minds, and certain events will happen even when you don’t want them to. That’s when it becomes important to know what you can and cannot control, how you can change things around you and which things you should leave behind and try not to fixate on.
You can’t save everyone. But you can start by saving yourself, helping those around you, caring for the small environment you live in, making life more bearable for yourself and others by knowing what is within your reach to change and what you need to let go of. It is okay not to control everything, to not be able to save everyone, to save the whole world. You can still act upon what is closest to you and make a positive change and find some peace of mind.
Personal reminder that might be of use to someone out there: I can allow myself to be loved, to feel loved, to have a support system, to rely on people. I am not a stranger in a stranger’s land. I am among friends. Let love come, let love grow, let this love be shown to you. And accept it because you know you deserve it.
