Dear Future…
For those who know me, I can already hear your chuckles at the word “collide.” Given my legendary knack for tripping over my own feet (and the occasional invisible obstacle), it feels like the universe is in on the joke. But you know what? I’m okay with that. I’ll take the bruises, the bumps, and the slightly embarrassing moments because they mean I’m moving forward, exploring possibilities, and—let’s be real—embracing the fact that not all paths need to be straight. In fact, the curvier, the better!
Funny story: I actually stumbled—literally and metaphorically—across this amazing image from Danielle LaPorte with the phrase, “Dear Future, I can’t wait to collide” (you can find her brilliance here). It felt like the universe was giving me a little wink, because—well, hello, collide is my middle name! And while I usually associate collisions with clumsy moments and bruised shins, this time, it sparked something deeper.
Some days, the bruises aren’t just physical. We’re talking doubt, fear, insecurities, and those little outside factors that love to swoop in uninvited. Today was definitely one of those “ouch” days. But after a little reflection (and maybe a well-deserved chocolate break), I remembered how I actually want to show up in this world. Spoiler alert: It doesn’t involve wallowing in resentment or regret. Ain’t nobody got time for that.
Instead, I’m choosing to stay rooted in Integrity, Abundance, Gratitude, and Authenticity. These aren’t just buzzwords I throw around in meetings—they’re my compass. The North Star that helps me navigate every decision and take each step forward, even when I’m not entirely sure where the floor is.
Collisions and Growth: Finding Magic in the Messy Moments
But here’s the revelation: Collisions don’t always have to hurt. Sometimes, they’re like those delightful accidents where you spill coffee on your shirt and then meet someone amazing because of it (though I’ll take fewer coffee spills, thank you very much). When we bump into the right people, ideas, or opportunities, that’s when the magic happens.
Dear Future, I get it now. Growth isn’t always smooth—it can be more like a cha-cha with two left feet—but it’s always worth it. It’s in those messy moments where discomfort meets possibility that we discover who we truly are (and maybe pick up a few new dance moves along the way).
So, what if we stopped fearing the inevitable bumps? What if we embraced them as little nudges from the universe—“Psst, hey, there’s something great over here!” The bruises from life’s little collisions are nothing compared to the joy of realizing that every stumble is bringing you closer to exactly who you’re meant to be.
So, in the spirit of cheeky wordplay and life’s unpredictably fun twists…
Dear Future, come collide with me!
Let’s embrace the bumps, the laughs, and the breakthroughs together. Who knows where this beautifully messy journey will take us—but I have a feeling it’s going to be one hell of an adventure.
