Small Steps Towards Big Changes...

I've come to terms with the fact that I'm naturally an overthinker. And now that I've embraced that truth, I'm trying to be more conscious of how I often overlook the value of small steps. I tend to be more in line with the mindset of, go big or go home, but the reality is that tiny steps can lead to big things!

For too long, I procrastinated on my goal to work on my debut eBook/paperback and to get my website to a point where I could publish and share it. I kept telling myself between work, my family life, and my social life, I just didn't have the time to really put enough focus on the progression of my writing journey. Instead, I continued to spend my free time on my Chapters app books versus taking steps forward towards my goals as an author. The app was comfortable and second nature. I had a large following of lovely readers and several contest wins. It was my crutch.

But once I pulled my books from the app (except for one, Twisted - you should check it out ;) and decided to stop writing there for the time being, I found myself at a "what's next" crossroads. It was then I realized, I could either keep waiting and coming up with excuses to not move forward towards my goals or I could just go for it - one step at a time.

I decided to go for it. It's funny how a half hour here, an hour there... you get the picture, allowed me to publish my website within weeks of my departure from Chapters. Now, I'm on to tackling my social media plans. Trying to come up with a schedule I can keep up with and content I hope my followers enjoy. More small steps. Everything may not come together seamlessly, or at once, but I'm doing my best to enjoy this slow progression and to let go of my need to see instant results - and my worry that if I can't devote more time to writing and everything that comes with self-publishing, I'm not going to succeed.

Of course, I also recognize that it's not all about finding the time as there's some fear of failure that was making me hesitate too. But I'll never know if I don't try and this girl's not a quitter. I'm finally in full steam ahead mode and am really excited. Succeed or fail, I know in the end, I'll just be glad I went for it!

So, in conclusion, take the small steps and stop second guessing yourself. Sometimes you have to take the long road to get to your destination. Take in the sights, take a breath... enjoy a break, and don't give up on your passions. Trust you'll get to the place you're meant to be when the time is right.

What are your current goals and what are some of the challenges that sometimes make you hesitate?