Getting clear on what you truly want can be a transformative experience. It helps you focus, feel grounded, and create positive energy and motivation. Who doesn’t want that, right? And yet, many of us resist clarity, sometimes without even realizing it.
According to Philip McKernan, an author, coach, and filmmaker, this resistance often stems from fear. Clarity pushes us to live a life aligned with our deepest truths, which also means risking failure in a life that matters most to us. What if we try and fall short? That fear can make staying in the discomfort of our current reality—no matter how draining or unfulfilling—seem oddly comforting.
This tendency to stick with what’s familiar, even when it doesn’t serve us, is a phenomenon psychologists call the status quo bias. Our brains are hardwired to prefer the known over the unknown because it feels safer. This explains why we might stay in a job that makes us miserable, hold onto relationships that sap our energy, or live amidst clutter that overwhelms us. The chaos, confusion, and distractions may not be ideal, but they’ve become our “normal.”
But here’s the thing: staying stuck isn’t a requirement. Reflecting on what truly matters to you is the first step toward breaking free from the status quo. It might feel uncomfortable at first—change often does—but it’s also where growth and fulfillment begin.
As the year winds down, take a moment to ask yourself: What’s truly important to me? What do I need to let go of to make space for the life I want? Clarity isn’t something to fear; it’s a gift that can guide you toward living a meaningful and authentic life. Would 2025 be the year to stop settling for the familiar and start stepping into the life you deserve? The choice is yours, as always.
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