The Power of Transitions, Endings, and Beginnings

We’re living in a season of tremendous change. And when we hear the words transition or ending, our natural instinct is often resistance. We brace for discomfort, fearing that something is about to go wrong.

The truth? Discomfort is part of the process. Change asks us to stretch beyond what we know. But what if we saw discomfort not as something to avoid, but as proof that we are growing? After all, our lives are cycles of comfort and discomfort—each one giving us a fuller experience of what it means to be human.

Why We Fear Endings

Endings can feel unsettling because they ask us to let go of the familiar. Even when we outgrow a role, routine, or identity, releasing it can stir fear. We mistake endings for loss rather than recognizing them as doorways. But discomfort isn’t the enemy—it’s a signal that transformation is underway.

The Gift of Transitions

Through my own seasons of transition, I’ve learned to approach endings and beginnings with openness, even with a kind of energetic vibrancy. Why? Because endings clear space. Transitions teach us resilience. And beginnings hold the potentiality of a life aligned with purpose.

Beaded Souls itself was born in such a moment. I had achieved the professional goals I once dreamed of—serving as a C-suite executive, holding the titles and accolades that come with them. But quietly, I was miserable. There was a hole that achievement could not fill, and no one could see it but me.

So I turned inward. Raised in a home rooted in holistic healing and spirituality, I remembered the practices my mother and aunt had passed on to me—meditation, nourishing foods, connection with nature, listening to spirit. Those practices opened doors. The answers I had been searching for began to arrive with clarity: I was called to live in alignment with my true purpose.

The Invitation of New Beginnings

That’s what endings and beginnings are really about. They aren’t punishments. They are invitations. Invitations to shed what no longer serves and to embrace what’s possible.

So if you find yourself in transition—whether in career, relationships, or inner identity—remember this: the discomfort you feel is evidence of transformation. You are not breaking down; you are breaking through.

May you have the courage to honor your endings, to stay present in the liminal space of transition, and to step into your new beginnings with openness and intention.

If this reflection resonates, I’d love to explore what’s opening for you in this season of change. Let’s begin the conversation.