"People have a hard time letting go of their suffering.  Out of a fear of the unknown, they prefer suffering that is familiar."

Thich Nhat Hanh, Buddhist monk and poet

Change is inevitable, yet we cling to the "safety" of our knowing, our satin lined coffin of familiarity.  Even if it's difficult, unfulfilling, or stifling, we cling. 

We are in love with our clinging.

The Illusion of Certainty goes to the heart of this dilemma.  It's really a matter of trust -- not only trusting that good things come our way, but that we are capable of attracting and thriving with the good things.

In my book, Coaching Into Greatness, I say that life doesn't come with a money back guarantee.  Instead, we are to navigate with curiosity, openness, and vulnerability.  A tall order indeed!  This quotation was sent to me by one of my group coaching participants.  She is wildy, valiantly exploring the growing edge of her life, and letting go of the Illusion of Certainty bit by bit.

What guarantee are you still waiting for?