Okay, let's talk about something maybe a little…controversial.
Ready? Good. It's about beginnings.
The Lie We All Believe
We’re constantly told beginnings are amazing, right? Fresh starts! Clean slates! The dawn of a new era! It's all so…peppy.
But, if I'm being honest, beginnings are kinda the worst.
Hear me out. I know, I know. It sounds like I'm allergic to hope or something. But consider this: Beginnings are usually messy.
And awkward. And full of that dreaded "getting-to-know-you" small talk.
The "Honeymoon" Phase? More Like a Headache
They call it the "honeymoon phase." But wouldn't you rather skip straight to the comfortable, "I know exactly what you're thinking" phase?
I would. Much less pressure.
Think about it. Starting a new job? Forced team-building exercises! Learning new systems! Remembering everyone's names!
It's a minefield of potential embarrassments. Give me the routine any day.
Starting a new relationship? The constant overthinking! Are they *really* into me? Did I say the wrong thing? When do I introduce them to my eccentric family?
It's exhausting! My unpopular opinion? The middle is where it's at.
The Beauty of the In-Between
The middle. That's where the real stuff happens. That's where you’re comfortable enough to be yourself.
It's where the inside jokes start and the awkward silences disappear. That's where you finally figure out the coffee machine at work.
You know, when you don't have to ask Sarah from accounting for the tenth time.
So, When Does the Beginning Really End?
This is the real question, isn't it? When are you officially "past" the beginning? When can you breathe a sigh of relief and say, "Okay, we're good"?
Is it a specific date? A certain number of successful meetings? The first time you can openly complain about the boss without fear of judgment?
I think it's more subtle than that. It's a feeling. A sense of belonging. A knowing glance across the room.
It’s when you can order for your friend at the coffee shop, because you remember their odd almond milk latte order.
009 1: The Magic Number?
Maybe 009 1 isn't the *end* of the beginning, but maybe it marks the start of something better.
Maybe it's a symbolic representation of passing the initial hurdle. A secret code for “We're getting there.”
Maybe it’s just a random sequence of numbers. Who knows?
All I know is, the end of the beginning is worth celebrating. We’ve all been there, survived it, and come out the other side.
Let's Embrace the Imperfect Middle
So next time you're faced with a new beginning, remember this: it won't last forever. The messy, awkward stage will pass.
And eventually, you'll find yourself in the glorious, comfortable, perfectly imperfect middle.
Now that's something to look forward to. The comfortable silences, the shared understanding, and the coffee machine you can finally operate with your eyes closed.
Cheers to that!
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