So many times, in life we get caught up in a situation or in a relationship, that we need to exit from. It can be a difficult position to be in and knowing when to exit and how to exit can have an impact on our ability to re-enter the situation, environment, position, or relationship. This is one of those times I feel it is necessary to take a step back from what is transpiring and observe, record, reflect, assess, discern how you are impacted, make your exit plan. Once the plan has been designed then calmly and methodically share your decision to the powers to be, or the person-persons involved.
Never just up and quit or exit from a place of anger, fear, or broken. It is never about the person-persons involved, or the drama of a situation, it is about how you respond to someone else’s reality. You can never change a person, change a person’s mind, or take control over a situation that is not of your making! Face it, there are people and situations in life that are not impacted by our influence or guidance. We have to accept that it is okay, to step back or step out of anything that is not in our best interest and health. Through our process of stepping back to execute the elements of our “planning strategy”, we have an opportunity to keep the bridge that has supported our relationships with people and has sustained us in a situation -if we so desire. If we leave without giving forethought to our decision, we can accidently destroy our ability to re-kindle things if we need to.
There are people and situations however, that we need to exit from and carefully and thoughtfully dismantle the connection -bridge, because we know in our heart of hearts, that the toxicity is so vile, that there is no way that we would revisit that situation or deal with those particular people ever again. There are times that there is no longer a need to have access to the bridge. Walk over the bridge, and never look back. That season of your life is over. Be gentle and loving with yourself! You have moved on closer to living your best life. No regrets!
