From the Heart by Chivonne Monaghan
In these writings, I explore the realities of grief, emotional capacity, and the practices that help us stay grounded through life’s hardest moments. My goal is to offer language, insight, and practical support for anyone seeking understanding and resilience.
WANTING VS. WILLING
The other day, my sister and I had this beautiful conversation about the difference between “Wanting” and “Willing.”
For years, I’d wanted to be a life coach, published writer and motivational speaker but I hadn’t taken any steps or made any efforts to manifest these desires. I had a huge WANT to have these things but I didn’t have the WILL to do them.
It’s the difference between enthusiasm and effort.
When you want something, you can dream it, say it and feel it but without actionable steps, it will never be more than lip service for the type of exceptional life you wish you had.
When we are WILLING, we make the sacrifices and put in the necessary effort. The “willing” is where the magic happens. It’s also where a lot of discomfort lies.
