new beginings
when one door closes, another door opens
I’m sure many of you are familiar with the quote “when one door closes, another door opens” but I am also sure some of you don’t know the second part to that quote - “; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” The second part is so crucial in remembering in times of change, discomfort, and or confusion - it is what keeps me grounded and grateful. When things don’t go the way we hope, it can be disappointing, sad, frustrating, and sometimes even embarrassing. We get so attached to this plan - we do everything to work towards the goal and then it all comes crashing down. It is a unique pain that I wish you aren’t familiar with but honestly probably are and as you know it’s brutal.
My intention is not to be cryptic in this blog post - in fact - I am intentionally keeping it general because this door anaology can be applied to many contexts in life. For example, if you have been following my blog you know that I was laid off and on the job pursuit - it was an exhausting process but one that landed me a job that I could not be more thankful for. The job came at the perfect time in my life where I could dedicate all my time and energy. It gives me structure, purpose, positivity, and opportunity. The other day my boss asked me to accompany him and another colleague as he presented Juanes an award and to attend the concert afterward - I was thrilled. I grew up as a little girl listening to him and having been able to meet him as my work has close ties with his foundation - it was a beautiful full-circle moment.
So my point is as time continues to pass and you keep putting your best foot forward - you start to see the other doors that have opened. Sometimes you can see them pretty immediately, other times it takes a while before you see the open door, but I promise the door does open; you just have to look for it (or push). These doors that open and close are all part of our evolving story. We have to remember to appreciate them with all the emotions they come with -- so next time you see that new door -- damn, doesn’t it feel good?
