Hi gorgeous mama,
I shared this quote on my Facebook page the other day, and I have been feeling really guided to share my own story with you to show you how effing true this is.
“The money won’t show up until you commit to going – not the other way around” Denise Duffield-Thomas.
You see last year I finally decided after so many years of just one more course, and just one more book, and just one more this and just more that….
That it was time to finally launch my business
I finally decided to put my self out there and, eeekk start charging for my services.
Then in September last year I came across an amazing opportunity to join a 12 month business mentoring program.
It sounded so amazing, but the timing could not have been worse.
With my new baby only 8 weeks old, I could have though of so may reasons not to join the program.
But something inside of me just said yes.
Somewhere amongst all of the fear, excuses, churning stomach and sweaty palms there was a deep resonance of saying YES.
So I did it.
I committed to myself and my business.
I still remember the feeling when I pushed the purchase button.
I literally felt like I was going to be sick.
My mind was racing with all of the fears, doubts, worries that it could possibly think of.
It was the biggest investment I had ever made in myself and my business.
What was I crazy…with a new baby, and my two toddlers at home… what was I thinking.
But here’s the coolest thing, each and every month the funds for my monthly installment show up.
And it keeps showing up. And they keep being there, because I keep showing up.
It just keeps showing up.
And last November, I said Yes again.
Yes to an opportunity that would see my fly half way around the world to a closed door workshop event.
I said yes, with out a clue of how I was going to get there.
I started telling everyone that I was going to LA.
I put the dates on my planner.
I researched the cost of flights, and the hotel.
I looked at what I want to do while I’m there.
And here’s the kicker –
Over the months, the funds for my trip just showed up – in ways I could never have imagined.
And in just a few days I get on that plane. To do that trip and go to that event.
Let me tell you to say I’m scared is an understatement.
I could let all of the excuses in the book hold me back – my weight, finance, family.
Yeh I am scared.
And to be honest I’ve though about not going.
And perhaps if my plane ticket was refundable I may have chickened out.
But then I though of my WHY. WHY I’m doing what I do
To help other mums move through there fears and step out where its scarey and so out of your comfort zone.
And to be the best role model for my family.
So I want to be that example
To show that its really scarey.
But its ok. It truly is
I’m truly grateful and so thankful that my ticket is non-refundable ticket. Because it made me really think about what I’m doing a WHY.
So no matter how many excuses and fears my ego comes up with to keep me where I am.
They are just not going to Win.
And this will happen. You will feel scared and afraid.
I guarantee it will happen at the beginning on your journey.
Your beautiful ego will come up with excuse after excuse to keep you where you are – safe in your comfort zone – that’s it’s job.
You just have to recognise the fears for what they are and keep moving forward.
But you know what, I’m also so figgen excited that I can hardly contain myself. I’ve had to work through a lot of stuff to get me to this place.
And now things have just all fallen into place perfectly. So I know, like I know, like I know that I’m meant to be at that event.
But it all started because I was willing to say YES.
You just have to make the decision. And you know what, whatever you decide is right for you at the time.
And it doesn’t just need to be around opportunities related to money.
This relates to all aspects of your life.
Make the decision, stick by that decision 150% , and continue on the path that the decision takes you.
You see once you make the decision, the Universe conspires to bring in everything you need to move forward with that.
Imagine if you keep changing your mind, how muddled the messages are, and then you wonder why you never get what you want.
It all starts with a decision, and then unwavering commitment to stick to that decision until it comes to fruition.
So what are you being indecisive about? Make the decision.
I would love to know what you have been shying away from? What have you been wanting to do but you let your fears get the better of you?
I would love for you to leave me a comment below and let me know.
Stay strong beautiful soul
All my love and gratitude
WOW….Megan you’ve come along way!
Congratulations on making that choice of saying “Yes”.
Even though I’ve said YES to becoming a successful author (of Paranormal Romance) novels. I still haven’t taken that first step towards it. I re-read what I write and then I don’t like it or a storyline (I think) is too lame or I get to juicy sexy parts and can not work out a storyline to fit in (these are the best parts of the story…lol) and the list goes on.
I was told to sit down and just write, write whatever came to mind….which I have done. Sometimes successful sometimes not.
I do my research on what people think of different stories which has hindered me in going any further. However, then I think about it….I will not be able to write a book that is going to appeal to everyone and I will get (dare I say this word) negative feedback 😀
What is holding me back is fear, rejection from publishers…then I think about JK Rowlings and what she went through in trying to get her first novel published of the Harry Potter series.
As I want to write to the point of being so successful that my books are turned into movies (4 series books with 2 movies outcome) I’ve even worked out who I want as lead male role and lead female role, however, still I have nothing that is coming to me.
I do feel though Megan, that I am putting too much pressure on myself regarding this situation. If I can just let go of that.
Some days I sit at home with my little one up in bed and I hear that little voice in my head saying start writing. Most days I ignore it, I know what it is and who it is I really need to switch off my ego and truly listen with my whole entire being – my divine spirit leading me….guiding me!!!
<3 Kellie
Hi Kellie,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing. Fear is such a big one for a lot of us, especially us women. It goes back to our cave women days when, if we did something out of the norm or against the group we would be ostracised and that could mean certain death.
We do not have those same dangers now, but the fear still comes up.
Its so important to see it for what it is, and move through it.
And a great way of taking all of the power out of your fear, is to recognise that you have a gift of writing. To be able to uplift and inspire people through your storytelling abilities. That is a gift you have been given to share in this lifetime. And by you not putting yourself out there you are being selfish by withholding that gift from all the people who need to hear your written words.
Not everyone will resonate with your message or your books, and that’s ok. But the ones who will, need your message.
This always works for me.
Love and gratitude
Megan
Hello Megan,
Thanks for the great words. I also know what it’s like to put off something until it’s a better time even though I know that it’s what I’m here to do, it’s my life path.
Let me give you a little background: I am a mature woman, turning 50 this year, 3 grown children, 2 gorgeous grandchildren and a great man that I’ve been with for 30 years.
I have long felt that I was here for a higher purpose, that I was supposed to “do” something on this plane in the time I was here.
Well, last year I finally committed to following this path and started looking for a Reiki master to teach me the healing path. As soon as I committed the right person appeared, the time became available for me to be attuned and I now know that I have found my path as a channel of healing energy. I have also been told many times that I have the knowing – I had this as a child but suppressed it due to a very catholic upbringing. I have put myself out there in the last month and have had fantastic feedback from strangers that I have done readings for.
My dilemma is that I would love to do this work full time but am afraid to commit to what could be a very unstable income stream. I am still doing work that isn’t totally satisfying. ( We travel around doing relief management work which is great for my gypsy side but not so good for my spiritual side).
So I am at the crossroads – just need to take the leap and move on through up the road.
Thanks again for the great words.
Love and light
Chelle 🙂
Hi Chelle,
Thank you so much for your comments and sharing your story. As healers we often have a lot of fear around making money from our healing gifts, because this is the only lifetime which we have had too. Past lifetimes we lived in community settings where we were the healers and our food and shelter was provided in return for us doing our healing work. Now we have money in exchange for our healing work, ad this can feel very strange at the start. It could be worthwhile working with someone to help clear these blocks and beliefs that are holding you back.
Love and gratitude
Megan
I started a job recently and now I’m being head hunted, to apply for a job that in many ways I’m very familiar with but in others I’m not, so I’m using that as an excuse to not apply, then there’s the new job, which I guess I could juggle, as they are both part time. I have till tomorrow night to make a decision and I’m confused with the how’s and whys of it all…will continue to ponder!
Thanks so much for your guiding words Megan! Perhaps your guidance has come at the right time?..It’s definitely food for thought!! XX 🙂
Hi Karen,
Good luck with your decision xo
Oh hells yeah Megan!
Last year was a beautiful year that revolved around ‘ease’ for me. My business, my home life, my social life – everything was guided by that word and I had a wonderful time of it. This year, I am being pulled in a different direction – Ablaze and Abundance and stepping out BIG TIME.
I don’t think the fear ever truly goes away, but our comfort zones stretch, (sometimes inperceptibly so) and the fear merges with a little excitement. I can physically feel how big this is for you and I’m cheering for you. Bold and beautiful xx
Thank you so much honey for your support and kind words. I look forward to watching your journey unfold over the year. Love to you honey xo