This month marks 6 months since I took one of the biggest leaps in my life. A decision that scared me, stretched me, and changed me in the best way. Before I hit “purchase” on my real estate courses, a quote ran through my head: “When it feels scary to jump, that’s when you jump. Otherwise, you end up spending the rest of your life in the same place forever.” That, I couldn’t do. Of course doubt whispered its usual lines: ‘Can I really do this? What if I fail? What if I don’t have what it takes?’ But somewhere along the way, I made a choice to shift those questions. I began asking myself: ‘What if I win? What if I succeed? What if I stopped letting fear decide for me?’ So I jumped. I pressed “buy.” And every single day since, I’ve been proving to myself just how capable I really am. How capable we all are, if we choose to believe it.
As my dad used to tell me growing up, our worst enemy is ourselves. I’ve come to understand just how true that is, and how much of our life changes when we lead with belief instead of fear. The world reflects what we believe most. If you think the world is against you, it will be. If you believe the world is working in your favor, it starts to. Now, six months in, I can honestly say this journey has been one of growth, challenge, and deep purpose. It hasn’t always been easy, but it has always been worth it.
If you have known me for a while, you know that being the quietest person in the room is a great skill of mine. While I still cherish that side of myself, I’m learning to grow into the version of me that doesn’t hold back. The one who speaks up. The one who shows up. I wanted to share this with all of you because you’ve each been a part of my story in your own way. Whether through your encouragement, your example, your love, or just your presence in my life. I’m so deeply grateful for each and every one of you.
If you ever find yourself standing at the end of something that feels big or scary, I hope you remember this: There’s greatness waiting for you down there. Will the fall feel scary? Sure. Will you crash to the ground? Undoubtedly. But once you pick yourself up and dust yourself off, you will be unstoppable.
Life moves fast, but if anything in this letter speaks to where you’re at right now, I’d love to talk more over coffee.
Sincerely,
Hailey Olson
Real Estate Agent
The Broll Team
Keller Williams Realty, Integrity NW
