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Have you ever had one of those days where the universe seems to be dropping breadcrumbs, leading you exactly where you need to go? Like some cosmic DJ is playing your life soundtrack, and suddenly all the random songs start making sense together.

Yesterday was one of those days for me. It started in the most ordinary place imaginable – getting my oil changed – and ended with me completely rethinking my entire career path.

The Book That Changed Everything

I’m sitting there in the waiting room, mindlessly scrolling through my phone, when I spot a book someone left behind. “Storyworthy” by Matthew Dicks. Something about it called to me – like finding the perfect vinyl record at a thrift store – so I picked it up and started reading.

As I flipped through the pages, something started shifting inside me. This wasn’t just about storytelling techniques. It was about finding meaning in the everyday moments, about connecting with people through shared experiences. The more I read, the more I realized I’d been searching for this feeling everywhere except the most obvious place.

By the time my car was ready, I had this weird buzz of excitement I hadn’t felt in months. I drove home clutching that book like it held the secrets to life itself. Because maybe it did.

The Trading Epiphany That Wasn’t Really About Trading

Here’s where things get interesting. I sat down at my computer, ready to dive into my usual afternoon routine of analyzing trading charts and market trends. But as I stared at those familiar green and red lines, something felt… off.

All those hours I’d spent trying to predict the unpredictable, all that energy poured into numbers and patterns – it suddenly felt empty. Like I was trying to solve the wrong equation entirely.

That’s when it hit me like a freight train: I’d rather trade stories than stocks.

The realization was so clear, so sudden, that I literally laughed out loud. Here I was, forcing myself into this analytical box, when what I really craved was connection. I wanted to share the messy, imperfect journey of figuring life out with people who might relate to the chaos.

But here’s the thing about epiphanies – they don’t always come with perfect timing or crystal-clear next steps.

When Your Brain Fights Your Breakthrough

It was almost 4 PM by this point, and if you know anything about my daily energy patterns, you know that afternoon me is a completely different person than morning me. Morning me had been full of clarity and purpose. Afternoon me was sitting here struggling to remember how to spell basic words.

This is the part where my brain usually kicks in with all its helpful commentary: “This is stupid. You’re being impulsive. Just stick with what you know.” Sometimes you gotta channel your inner Foo Fighters and just keep going when the going gets weird.

If your interested in more information on circadian rhythms and creativity check out Why Your Brain Works Differently at Different Times of Day.

But here’s what I’ve learned about those afternoon doubt spirals – they’re not necessarily wrong, but they’re not the whole truth either. The truth is, I rarely use fancy words anyway, and honestly, I’m not sure I was even using them correctly.

So let me ask you: do you prefer when I try to sound all sophisticated with upscale language (you can pretend I have a British accent if that helps), or are you happy being able to skim through this without using too much brain power?

I’m definitely going with the latter. There’s only so much brain power this lady can keep up with on any given day. And maybe that’s exactly the point.

The Pattern I’d Been Missing

As I pushed through that afternoon fog, something started becoming clear. This wasn’t just about one random book or one sudden career shift. This was about a pattern I’d been ignoring for months.

Last night, I’d had this idea brewing about trusting that everything you need will come to you at the right time. And as I sat there with “Storyworthy” in my hands, I realized I’d been living proof of this concept without even seeing it.

That oil change book moment? That was my gut saying “pay attention.” The months of forcing myself to love trading when it felt like pushing a boulder uphill? That was my brain telling me stories about what I “should” want.

It’s like the universe has this wicked sense of timing – dropping exactly what you need when you’re finally ready to receive it, not a moment before. But you have to keep your discernment sharp and really feel into whether something resonates with your gut or if your brain is just spinning tales.

Redefining What Adventure Actually Means

This revelation got me thinking about something else I’d been wrestling with. One of my biggest values has always been having fun and living adventurously. Up until that moment, adventure always meant motored vehicles, 4x4ing, or driving fast – basically anything that got my adrenaline pumping in a very external way.

But as I dove deeper into “Storyworthy,” I started understanding that the fun I’d been desperately seeking might be as simple as creating stories and captivating listeners. Mind. Blown.

It reminded me of something I’d said during a recent interview for a women’s excursion expedition. I told them I associated myself with Robin Williams – wanting others to have fun and be happy. I thought I needed to be this larger-than-life entertainer to make that happen.

Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks – Learn more about storytelling techniques

But now I was understanding how I could create that same joy and connection without being the all-time star he was. Sometimes the biggest adventures happen inside your head, and the best rush comes from connecting with people through words. Who knew?

The Art of Getting Out of Your Own Way

This whole experience taught me something crucial about how change actually happens. I’d spent months obsessing over becoming a successful trader, convinced that was my path to freedom and excitement. But the universe had other plans. It waited patiently for me to get quiet enough to hear what was really calling to me.

That’s the thing about forcing outcomes – it’s like trying to push a river. The harder you grip onto how you think things should unfold, the more you miss the beautiful detours that are actually leading you home. Sometimes you gotta let go of the steering wheel and trust that the road knows where it’s going.

The trading wasn’t wrong. The adventure-seeking wasn’t wrong. They were just stepping stones, breadcrumbs leading me to where I actually needed to be. Little insights I picked up and get to continue, following the adventure of what continues to show up.

What This Means for Your Journey

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about your direction, here’s what this whole experience taught me:

• Pay attention to what randomly shows up in your life – that book, that conversation, that opportunity you didn’t plan for might be exactly what you need
• Notice the difference between forcing and flowing – when something feels like pushing a boulder uphill, it might not be your path
• Trust your gut over your brain’s stories – your intuition knows things your logical mind hasn’t figured out yet
• Be willing to redefine what you thought you wanted – sometimes our deepest desires show up in completely unexpected packages
• Let go of the timeline – the universe’s timing rarely matches our plans, but it’s usually better than what we had in mind

The Beautiful Mess of Not Having It All Figured Out

As I wrap this up, I want to be clear about something: This isn’t a story about finding my purpose and living happily ever after. This is a story about learning to trust the process, even when it looks nothing like what I expected.

I still don’t know exactly what this blogging journey will look like. I still have moments where I doubt myself, where I wonder if I’m making the right choices. But what I do know is that this feels alive in a way that trading never did.

The universe has been persistent in answering my requests, even when I couldn’t see the answers right in front of me. Sometimes perfect timing doesn’t look perfect at all – it looks like a random book in an oil change waiting room, or a breakdown that leads to a breakthrough.

So thank you, universe. Thank you for not giving up on me, for staying persistent with your answers, and for trusting me with this messy, beautiful journey of becoming who I’m meant to be.

And thank you for reading this far. If any of this resonates with your own journey of figuring things out, know that you’re not alone in the beautiful mess of it all.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I know if something is intuition or just wishful thinking? A: Great question! For me, intuition feels calm and knowing, even if it’s scary. Wishful thinking usually comes with a lot of mental chatter and “what if” scenarios. Trust the quiet voice, not the loud one. Check out Psychology Todays’ article on trusting your gut at The Science Behind Intuition vs. Wishful Thinking 

Q: What if I’m scared to change direction like you did? A: Fear is totally normal! I always get terrified of the unknown. But here’s what I learned: the fear of staying stuck eventually becomes bigger than the fear of change. Start small – you don’t have to blow up your whole life overnight.

Q: How do you deal with people who think you’re crazy for following these “signs”? A: Honestly? Not everyone will get it, and that’s okay. Focus on the people who support your growth. The right tribe will celebrate your weird, not judge it.

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