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Depending on what kind of lists you are subscribed to, in the lead up to 2015 I bet you have had emails declaring the importance of letting go of the old and starting a fresh? I bet you have been questioned about what you got ouf of 2014 and what you intend for 2015. ‘Let’s make it bigger and better…’ – you know the drill!

I’m a Transformational Coach and Self-Love Mentor so of-course I wanted to write you a message of inspiration as 2014 closes out.

I also want to keep it real and as always, transparently share with you where I am at. Not least because I bet you can relate.

My life is pretty extraordinary these days. That’s true. So, I share it with you to inspire you.

Sometimes, it stinks too!

With the Winter Solstice in December we are encouraged to let go of the old and bring in the new. I am all for it. With the nature of my work, the Universe kinda ups the anti on this stuff. I am sent opportunities for growth and lessons to learn sometimes that are quite a slap in the face.

The latest opportunity to let go came in the form of a phone call with my Dad who has decided he doesn’t approve of my line of work. He doesn’t understand what a coach does and he doesn’t want to. He has decided that he doesn’t want a relationship with me.

My work is confronting. Hell, I am confronted by choosing to live consiously every single day! It is NOT for the faint of heart.

Throughout my journey, I have lost friends who have found my choice of work confronting. Now it seems I’ve lost my Dad too.

The irony is I don’t coach these people. I barely speak about my work with them. Just the simple fact that I focus much of my time and energy into mentoring clients around the importance of conscious living, spiritual connection, open-hearted relationships and designing a life filled with desire is enough to send some people running a million miles in the opposite direction.

The mere prospect of leaving their comfort zone is too much for some.

The first requirement of being Daring & Mighty is a commitment to living outside of your comfort zone and I do it every single day. So do my clients.

As much as I stand by my values around living authentically and free, it still really really hurts to lose people I love.

I bet you can relate?!

And that’s what I want to be honest with you about. Change can hurt like hell.

Loss is usually painful.

Closing out a year with the intention of doing things differently next year or letting go of people or circumstances that no longer serve you is an excellent endeavour. And, it can really really hurt.

When I gave up caffeine I had a headache for 8 days. It hurt!

When I separated from the father of my child, my heart ached for months. It was excrutiating.

When I decided to change careers, my financial worries were intense. It was painful.

When I first embarked on private coaching, the stuff from my childhood that came up for healing hurt like hell and sometimes it hurt so badly that I didn’t think I could survive it.

Would I do it again differently. Hell no!

Transformation is a total change of state. There is discomfort, irritability, anger, sadness, hurt, longing, grief. A myriad of uncomfortable feelings! Working through to the other side is worth it because on the other side is freedom.

Freedom to be you, to feel comfortable in your own skin, proud of your choices and excited about your life.

The pursuit of happiness means embracing the human experience – highs and lows, dark and light.

In my experience, the journey is TOTALLY worth it.

I am writing to you from a flight home from Chamonix, where I saw in the New Year with very special friends. A few days ago I returned from Christmassy Lapland having spent 5 miraculous days with my son, creating incredible memories.

I am living my own personal dream.

As I sit on this flight I am also hurting. I’ve just lost my Dad and it stings.

I am welcoming in the New Year feeling so grateful for SO MUCH. 2014 gave me an enormous amount to be thankful for. I will also be consciously allowing the pains of the year to be transformed. I will use the tools and experience I have to process and feel it knowing that as I do, my wings will expand further allowing my Spirit to soar higher toward the life I was put on this planet to enjoy.

If you are ready to transform anything in your life that you know deep down is holding you back from living your most majestic life, know that it will not always be easy. Change and pain often go hand-in-hand. Some stuff is easier to let go. Sometimes you have held onto something for so long it’s actually a relief to set it free! Some things are more uncomfortable. Whatever your ‘stuff’ is I urge you to push through the pain, knowing that on the other side a more evolved, happier, free you awaits. And, it’s TOTALLY worth it!

If you would like my guidance and expertise on your own journey of transformation, why not book a complimentary call with me? I am here to have your back and support your personal process. My job is to hold you accountable to your deepest desires while clearing out anything that is blocking your way. It’s deep and powerful work. If you are ready. If it is your time, do get in touch. I am here for you.

Love Katie xx

PS. Watch this space because coming very soon are some new opportunities to work with me. I am excited for what is possible for you! Together, let’s make 2015 YOUR YEAR! xx