My first word of the year...SOAR!

“Real change is difficult at the beginning, but gorgeous at the end. Change begins the moment you get the courage and step outside your comfort zone; change begins at the end of your comfort zone.”― Roy T. Bennett

As the new year began, I took time to consider which words would best represent the themes and goals I wanted to focus on in 2023. Initially, "bloom" and "blossom" came to mind, but as I reflected further, I realized these words didn't quite align with my aspirations for the year. I needed words that more closely aligned with my current position and my desired end-of-year outcome.

I feel trapped and confined, like a fish living in a bottle buried deep in the sea, dependent on the whims of my caretaker for sustenance. Being aware there is a vast, open ocean beyond my confinement, but my limited perspective makes me fear that the security of my three meals a day would be uncertain if I were to venture out into the unknown. The word "SOAR" came to me as a sign that it was time to break free from my comfort zone, which is my current job.

The word "soar" not only represents the idea of breaking free from my comfort zone, it's a reminder that in order to grow and achieve my goals, I need to take risks and push myself out of my familiar routine.

And the more I think about this word, the more I am reminded of the importance of stepping out of my cocoon and embracing new experiences. Sometimes it can be scary to leave the familiar behind, but it is also incredibly rewarding. When we take a chance and try something new, we open ourselves up to new opportunities and possibilities.

Soaring out of my comfort zone means taking bold steps towards my goals, even when it feels uncomfortable or uncertain. It means pushing myself to try new things, meet new people, and take on new challenges. It means embracing change and uncertainty with open arms, rather than fearing it.

By choosing to soar out of my comfort zone, I am choosing to live my life fully and to not let fear hold me back. It's a reminder that the only way to reach new heights is to take a leap of faith and to trust in my own abilities. I am ready to soar, to leave my comfort zone behind, and to embrace all that life has to offer.

Truly yours,

The Queen of Africa