Moving brings about an endless stream of emotions. It can make us excited, nervous, stressed, and everything in between. Moving is a big decision that can open the door to endless new possibilities. Although we can’t make the choice for you, we can try to inspire you to make the big decision for yourself. However,we hope these words of change and inspiration will have you getting ready to host a housewarming party in your new place, and possibly scanning the shelves for your next inspirational good read while you settle in.
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Change takes bravery
“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” — John D. Rockefeller
Not to mention, “Be brave and take risks: you need to have faith in yourself. Be brave and take risks. You don’t have to have it all figured out to move forward.” — Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
Additionally, “If it scares you, it might be a good thing to try.” — Seth Godin
Equally important, “If you’re brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello.” — Paulo Coehlo
Moving forward
Next is a personal favorite of mine, “True life is lived when tiny changes occur.” — Leo Tolstoy
As a matter of fact, “Moving doesn’t change who you are. It only changes the view outside your window.” — Rachel Hollis
Equally important, “Change is inevitable. Growth is optional,” — John Maxwell
“To change one’s life: 1. Start immediately. 2. Do it flamboyantly. 3. No exceptions.” — William James
Furthermore, “Change is hardest in the beginning, messiest in the middle, and best at the end.” — Robin Sharma
“Life is like riding a bicycle, to keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein
Now, “We must be willing to let go of the life we’ve planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.” — Joseph Campbell
“Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.” — Napoleon Hill
Similarly, “If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet.” — Rachel Wolchin
“All mankind is divided into three classes: those that are immovable, those that are moveable, and those that move.” — Benjamin Franklin
Heading to new places
“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And you are the one who’ll decide where to go.” — Dr. Seuss, Oh, The Places You’ll Go
Likewise, this quote says, “If your world doesn’t allow you to dream, move to one where you can.” — Billy Idol
“Happiness doesn’t have just one address.” –Anonymous
“There’s only one place I want to go and it’s to all the places I’ve never been.” — Nikki Rowe
“Change is painful, but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.” — Mandy Hale
Most importantly, “I always wonder why birds stay in the same place when they can fly anywhere on the Earth. Then I ask myself the same question.” — Harun Yahya
Aubrey graduated from UCLA in 2019 with dual degrees in English and Psychology, as well as receiving a concentration in Fiction Creative Writing. Her writing can be found at Locale Magazine, UCLA's MindWell pod, HerCampus, Westwind, and Bloody Donuts. Aubrey currently lives in Los Angeles with her orange tabby cat, Bowie, and spends her free time reading anything she can get her hands on and soaking up the golden California sun. You can find her hiking the Laguna trails, making jewelry, or exploring the local library.
