Our natural instincts, beliefs and feelings can mould our attitudes. One definition that the Oxford Dictionary gives for nature is “the basic or inherent features, character, or qualities of something”. Sometimes people will make statements to me like; “I feel more inclined to take risks by investing, although it goes against the safeguards that I was taught.  I find this to be a push from within that tells them they are more of a risk taker, and are going against what has been established to be the norm in their circle of influence. This is not a usual case however, because most times what comes natural to us can be drowned out by nurture and experience. We must always remember to take time to hear ourselves and question if we are just going along with what is ‘’normal” because it is what was taught.

Another thing that aids in development of our mindsets is the way we are nurtured. From the beginning of our lives, sometimes before we are born, there are set ways of doing things within our families and cultures. Sometimes these nurtured mindset builders can be taught intentionally or caught subconsciously. For example, I’ve had clients who have never thought about purchasing an investment residential property because all they’ve seen throughout life were family members purchasing single family homes. They were of the mindset that that was the easiest and best route to take. The way we are nurtured highly influences our views of and attitudes toward many areas of life because our morals and what we value are mostly attached to the belief of our parents and others who were responsible for us when we were younger. Embracing the way we have been nurtured can be positive, but we must be able to adjust if it is not.  

Finally, experience also plays a major role in the building of our mindsets. Our own experiences give us instant impressions. For example; I have had clients who have attempted to purchase real estate before and the process was either not an easy one, or did not produce positive results. They had developed an attitude towards real estate that was not the most positive. While our own experiences teach us a lot, we are also influenced by the experiences of others. I find that this is where the ideas of mentors, coaches and tribes fit in. In today’s society, we don’t even have to know a person for their experiences to influence our mindset. I personally am a part of many platforms and groups that have positively impacted my attitude towards and the way I think about various things. Shaping your mindset from experiences whether they are yours or others, must be done wisely. 

It is important for us to value our inherent thoughts, what we are taught, our experiences and those of others. A mixture of these influences will make up our overall mindset. It is vital that we also acknowledge whether their impact is negative or positive. Most importantly, we must stay open to be able to adjust our mindset and understand the differences between us.

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Here are your Real Keys:

• Be mindful of the thoughts and behaviours that come natural to you
• Embrace the way you were nurtured but be open to adjust when necessary
• Use your experience and those of others to help shape your mindset, but do it wisely
• Remain adaptable

While I constantly attempt to grow in the way I think, this time of pause has ignited a shift in my mindset that I am very excited about. My belief in self has increased because of the need to still keep going during this time. The reasons to continue moving forward in life and business always existed, but it became increasingly important because no one is sure of when borders will open, when economies will fully recover, when everything will be “normal’. This shift has also allowed for a growth in confidence. A confidence that pushes me to continue to serve through education, and motivate others to grow through this era. With all that is going on, there have been down days where I have wondered “have I done enough before and during COVID-19 to keep going post lockdowns and curfews?”  This, almost forced elevation of thinking, has allowed me to come out of those moments, look forward to, and create better days.

Many platforms and institutions now make it easier and less expensive to learn, and I have used this to grow through this time of adjustment. The access to and availability of education has been one of the many positive things that has arrived at our doorsteps with this pandemic. Even though we seemingly gained more free time, it has be essential to manage this pursuit of knowledge carefully due to the various options that are available. Training offers that were too expensive or couldn’t be done online were revamped to fit this current situation. I have successfully been able to grow in my professional education. This strengthens my ability to serve clients and creates more opportunities to share information. There are always blessings near a storm and this availability of educational options has been my blessing.

Finally, my biggest change as a real estate agent during this time is the fact that I have changed brokerages. It simply means that I have joined a new real estate agency from which I will be continuing to serve and educate. I say simply, but in actuality it was a major move for me. One that was initiated after COVID-19 showed up. It was a process of getting to know more about the unknown and embracing it. There are many reasons why I made this move, and I will share them with you soon. However, I’ve mentioned this to show that positive and intentional changes are possible even in a time like this.

We have all had to deal with the changes that have occurred over the past few months. The difference will be seen in how we deal with them. Some persons may just need a break which may mean resting and not taking on anything new, some people may have too many challenges and just need to reach out or be checked on. For me, it has been a time of intentional and necessary growth. If you didn’t expect some of the changes that have taken place, remember that you can still embrace, deal with and/or grow from it.

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Expecting Change

Change is a part of life. We often do not know the exact details such as; what it will be, when it will happen or how it will happen. However, we should expect that things will occur in life contrary to what we are used to. This fact is all too evident during this time. The pandemic that we are currently facing has changed our way of living; possibly forever. Another reason why change should be anticipated is because it is supposed to, at some periods in life, also be planned. Deliberate change can include things such as having a child, moving to another city or changing jobs. While every change cannot be planned or predicted we can all have a reasonable expectation of it occurring.

Dealing with Change

Addressing changes in life, directly, can determine the end result. We can sometimes allow changes to overwhelm us, or permit it to be debilitating. It leads to life’s situations taking control instead of us being in control. There are moments where we must take breaks, or adjust in order to deal with change; especially if that change is unexpected or negative. However, it is important to not let those moments last longer than necessary. Dwelling on what cannot be done takes us further from what can be done. Tap into your inner strength and cheerleader, and handle the situation. Do not let change govern you!

Growing from Change

Change should ignite growth. Whether good or bad, planned or not, there should be a transformation. While this transformation may not start off positively all the time, we can turn it into something worthwhile. Some positive effects of change are; getting better at a skill, learning something completely new, or becoming an inspiration to others. I am always amazed by the stories of homeless persons who become multi-millionaires through hard work. I am also inspired by the person who has suffered great loss, but turns it into motivation for themselves and others. Every time there is a change in life we can each take a second to think on how we can grow from it. It may be easier said than done but like the saying goes “nothing beats a failure but a try’.

These points can be used by everyone in different situations. I would like to especially encourage those who started or prepared to start their real estate journeys before this pandemic. Many of you are wondering if you should still pursue your dreams of ownership at his time. Keep going because this pandemic is the first wave of change and post-pandemic will be another wave. Your ability to stay active in the market will play a major part in you achieving your real estate goals this year. This may be as simple as viewing properties online or having discussions about your options. Always remember that I am here to assist, so schedule a free consultation and let’s chat.  

Here are your Real Keys

Expect Change: Planned or Unplanned

Deal with Change: Positive or Negative

Grow from Change: Advance or Motivate