“Enjoy the Process of Becoming…”
Have you ever felt like you’re always chasing the next thing? The next goal, the next version of yourself, the next stage in life? I get it. For so many years, I spent time dreaming about “future me”—this version of myself who would be happier, more successful, and more “together.” And don’t get me wrong, that future version of me might be amazing (and I really hope she is!), but I’ve realized that in focusing so much on who I’m becoming, I can miss out on who I am right now.
It’s so easy to get caught up in thinking the future will be better. We tell ourselves, “Once I hit this goal,” or “When things finally settle down…” But the truth is, life doesn’t come with perfect timing, and if we’re always looking ahead, we’re going to miss out on the beauty right in front of us. The people, the lessons, the moments we have right now—these are the things that make up our lives. I don’t want to look back one day and realize I was so busy chasing the next shiny goal that I missed the richness of today.
Life isn’t always easy, and sometimes it can be downright messy. But every season has its lessons, its beauty, and its growth. Instead of rushing through the harder parts, I’ve been learning to lean in and embrace them. There’s so much value in every experience—the good, the hard, and even the downright messy parts. It all shapes us into the people we’re meant to be.
I recently came across this simple yet powerful quote: “Enjoy the process of becoming.” It’s a reminder that life isn’t just about the destination; it’s about the journey, the growth, and the person we’re becoming along the way.
Think about a tree. Have you ever seen a tree stressing, striving, or grunting to grow? No way! It just grows, day by day, until it finally bears fruit at the right season. Our own growth journey is a lot like that. We don’t need to force it or rush it. Real magic happens in the process itself.
The beauty of growth is that it happens when we show up each day, do our best, and let time work its magic. There’s no need to force things or push ourselves in a way that feels exhausting. Just like a tree, we’re going to bear fruit at the right time, in the right season, simply by being consistent and embracing who we are right now.
Whether you’re working on your health, building your business, or navigating something else entirely, remember that you’re becoming exactly who you need to be at exactly the right pace. Don’t feel rushed, and don’t feel like you have to have everything figured out right now. The future version of you is already being shaped by every experience and every lesson you’re going through today.
So, let’s enjoy the process of becoming. Let’s give ourselves permission to be present, to embrace each season fully, and to trust that we’re growing into the people we’re meant to be, one step at a time.
Thanks for joining me on this journey. Here’s to the beauty of right now and the excitement of everything yet to come! 💖
Much love,
Chelsey 💕
December 2, 2024