Hit the permission button

This week I signed up to do something I’ve been thinking about for ages.

No, not another certification.

Or a professional development course.

Or a work related training thing.

I have decided to re-learn how to sew.

I say re-learn because when I was younger, I used to sew all the time.

I loved fashion.

I made my own patterns.

And designed my own clothes.

I wanted to be a textile designer.

Until my Mum said no.

And so along with my painting, I packed it away. And did not think about it for quite some time.

Until this week. When I realised that I seem to be waiting for something or someone to give me the nudge to sign-up. To give me a sign that it's ok to do something for the simple joy of creating something for me.

I’m not sure why I was waiting really. So I am not anymore.

I’m in. I’m signed up. It took me 20 seconds and my bank card and I’m already excited and can feel my creativity sparking back up.

Ignition on. I’m back on the horse.

Because if not now, when? Tomorrow? Next month, next year?

Never?

Make them count.

So, my challenge to you this week.

What are you waiting to say yes to?

And who are you seeking permission from?

Get clear and hit the permission button anyway.

Because as my lovely friend Mary used to tell me, tomorrow is not another day of the week.