So my husband and I hit a milestone moment on Monday and bought a house!
This has been an 18 month journey. And there has been DRAMA.
Months trying to sell our London flat - constantly having it ‘buyer ready’ for viewings
Being ‘in between properties’ for 9 months - living with family for 6 of those months!
3 failed offers on 3 different properties before we found lucky number 4
80% of our worldly possessions in a storage unit for 9 months (who knows what’s in there, I certainly can’t remember)
3 interim house moves before the big move, including one on the wettest day of the year (in my opinion)
The highs and lows of buying a house are similar to applying for a new job - crying over the failed attempts and celebrating that one all-important success.
Wondering if it will ever happen. Feeling like life is on hold pending this one big decision.
Desperation kicking in as you consider lowering your standards.
Dealing with people who tell you what you want doesn't exist (yes it does).
So I feel you!
What kept me going? Exactly the same stuff that will keep you going for new roles:
my support network of friends and family
having fun things to look forward to (and wine)
practising what I preach - being careful with my language because I know thoughts become feelings and drive behaviours - keeping mine positive
feeling gratitude for the things I already have
a sense of knowing; a confidence that I was exactly where I needed to be (often more obvious with hindsight)
I’m frickin delighted (and knackered) to say we moved in yesterday. And for anyone who’s thinking that will stop my relentless house buying chat, we’ll now start the refurbishment chat…
What big goals do you have outside of work? Look at these energy boosters and pick a couple that will help you keep at it.