3 Tips for Moving On

THE ONLY THING HARDER THAN LETTING GO IS
MOVING ON. . . .

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Letting go and moving on often seem like cliched commentary. But holding on to the past (hurts, mistakes, drama, etc.) is a real issue for some of us and can stunt your growth and wreck havoc on your health.

If you or someone you know has a problem holding on to the past, here are three tips to help you move on:

1. Focus on the present- I know it's often easier said than done but you should focus on a particular issue, goal or person in your life right now that deserves your time & attention. Focus on nurturing that relationship or working on that issue and being fully present in the moment. Be so busy and committed that your mind has no time to wander & think about the past.

2. Burn the bridge- Whatever opening you are leaving to cross back over into the past remove it as an option. Delete the phone number, toss the T-shirt (stop sleeping in that old ratty t-shirt he left behind), change your email or whatever you need to do in order to permanently move on. Let the fire light the way on your new road.

3. Volunteer- When you help others two things happen, 1. you realize just how blessed you are and 2. it makes you feel good. Take the focus off yourself for a minute and watch how your perspective changes.