Yes indeed, as the title of this post indicates, Billie Jean King quote will be the last of a long series. Before exploring further these inspiring words, I own you a quick explanation because it’s been over 9 month since my last blog post….
9 months….
That’s quite a well-earned break which has somehow turned into a lengthily absence. I was busy with a long-term consulting mission, which I’m totally grateful for, because it’s help me figure out the difference between what I don’t want anymore a unfulfilling well paid job, and what I want a rewarding business that is a blessing for others.
At first, I had thought of writing a single post announcing my decision not to publish in English anymore, then I’ve understood that after such a long relationship between us, it was a very brutal end. That’s the reason, in addition to this one, there will be two last articles.
Now back to Billie Jean King’s quote
« Be bold. If you’re going to make an error, make a doozy, and don’t be afraid to hit the ball. »
Here is the mean reason why I believe in the value of being bold : Clarifying purpose and life priorities. Indeed, when an unexpected diagnosis occurred to me, I had chosen boldness and see the bottle half full in spite of circumstances and medical advice. I chose to leave to the Universe what did not depend on me, and to focus on what I could do. That leads me to ask myself what was important to me, what I would do with my life when I heal. Setting my life priorities definitely helped me persevere and give a reason to persist through difficult times. Officially I am in remission and I still have regular checks to make until 2018, and I keep this boldness mode in my decision-making : every 100 days I set myself small goals to take me a step closer to where I want to be, its forces me to make decisions quickly, even if they need revisions later.
We all experience our fair share of setbacks and disappointments in life, and I’ve found that deciding to be bold empowers me, I feel better, I make more stong decisions and enjoy every single day as a blessing. Being bold has helped me increase my knowledge using those many waiting hours to learn something new, celebrate every accomplishment around the road even the small one, reinforce my belief to nurture my dreams and aspirations.
Please feel free to share your thoughts and comments on this, you know I appreciate it !
Omg Grace, I’m so happy to hear that. At last. Thanks for being there! I appreciate your writing and all those fabulous Emails. I wish you Love, Light and Blessings in the New Year of 2017
You are much welcome Angela… You are one of my nice surprise for 2016 so…
Each decision we make opens doors as well as eventually closing them. I agree with you, be bold, make strong decisions act on it and move ahead. I hope your cure is for the best, I don’t want you to disappear you are so amazing all the best to you in the New Year.
Matteo you are divine dear, this is very good !!! thank you for bringing value too.
I don’t know who is Billie Jean King. How to be audacious when it is not in your personality
OOO ooo Gabriella you are when you want… Take care !
Thank you for sharing this with us. I don’t know if I’m bold but I always do what I know I have to do.
I guess you are Michel… See you !!!
Thank you so much for everything Grace!! love to you! Have an amazing 2017 God bless you !
You are much welcome Francesco, your support means a lot !!!
That’s fantastic to hear for your health! I wish you all the blessings possible in all your endeavors! Happy New Year 2017!
Yesssss girl, thank you for everything Gladys !
Hey Grace ! You are always right on point with what to say and when. I am trying to be more bold to boost my career. Thanks for your words, your smile ! I wish you a wonderful 2017!
Not always Anton but thank you I do appreciate your support dearest !
I am so happy to hear that you’re fine. Making bold decisions is hard at first, but gets easier with tiem. All the best of everything to you and Many Blessings in 2017!
Yes Karen that it, thank you for your wishes !
I don’t know, I Think you born bold and that it. Do you think that the circumstances made you bold ? Really ? Can you teach the boldness ? I’m not sure. I like this english part but I understand that you have to make some choice.
Well you are probably right Jordan, but I still believe that somehow some people revealed themselves only when things are really hard…. Who knows…
I cant wait for all your New Beginnings. So che la tua voce mi accompagnerai anche in questo nuovo anno, presente nella mia vita da tre anni.un augurio speciale a te , che il tuo 2017 sia tutto cio’ che vuoi! Un abbraccio
Really 3 years, time really fly… All my best to you too Beppe !