Not everyone changes at your pace
and that's ok.
Change is inevitable, but what they don’t tell you is that it doesn’t happen at the same speed for everyone.
You might be evolving rapidly, stepping into new opportunities, outgrowing old patterns, and becoming a version of yourself that your past self wouldn’t even recognise. But while you're shifting, not everyone around you will.
Some will grow with you, and others… well, they’ll go without you.
And here’s the hard truth: that’s not a reflection of you doing something wrong. It’s just how life works.
We tend to hold onto people, places, and routines because they feel familiar, but sometimes, what once fit no longer does. It can be disorienting when you start seeing the cracks in relationships that once felt unbreakable, but instead of forcing people to keep up with your pace, the real work is in accepting that they might not.
Set boundaries without guilt
You don’t have to dim your growth to make others comfortable. It’s okay to set boundaries, even if that means creating some distance from those who don’t align with where you’re headed. Boundaries aren’t about shutting people out; they’re about protecting the energy and momentum you’ve worked so hard for.
Be kind to yourself
It’s normal to feel a sense of loss when people drift away, even if you know deep down it’s for the best. Give yourself the space to process it without spiraling into self-doubt. Change is uncomfortable, but it’s also a sign that you’re moving forward.
Create space for new connections & opportunities
When you release what no longer serves you, you make room for what does. The friendships, collaborations, and experiences that align with your new direction can’t arrive if you're still clinging to the old out of fear or obligation. Trust that the right people will enter your life at the right time and be open to welcoming them.
Not everyone is meant to walk every part of your journey with you, and that’s ok.
Some chapters end so that new, even better ones can begin. Keep growing, keep evolving, and trust that the right people will either keep up or you’ll meet them along the way.
