Dear Jessica Brennan,
Wanting to flee an uncomfortable situation is a normal response, but not always a healthy one. If you’re being chased by a lion – run away. If your house is on fire – run away. But there are a lot of times when you want to run away, that you should actually run towards what seems like something you might want to escape.
Here are some examples of when you should run toward, not away:
When someone is being shunned – run to them
When things are really difficult – face them
When you feel terrified of what’s around the corner – have a look
When you want to give up on a dream – stare it down
When people say no, and you need a yes – ask a better question
When the relationship is worth saving – say the words out loud
When the problem seems too big – ask for help
When you think you can’t do it – find a way
When you’ve just failed – try again
When you’re feeling paralyzed – do your stretches
When you notice that there’s a need – offer help
If you choose to run away then you don’t get to make the friend, learn the lessons, see what’s around the corner, keep your dream, work the muscles or be the change. And one thing we all need to do in this world is, be the change.
Love,
Mum xo
