In a variety of contexts this comes up. Between sleep and awake. Torn between two options in a decision. It's a common thing. There are songs about it. Here's a couple just for some examples:
The thing is, when you're in between it's really hard to understand exactly what's happening. Either you don't know which decision to make, or you feel lost, confused, unsure.
That mystery can be a blessing. Certainty is such a limiting thing. I find that the students who are the most unsure of something learn the most when they dig into it. Those that are so sure they know what they are doing make the most mistakes and learn little from them. When you're willing to make mistakes, ask questions, and figure it out is when growth occurs.
I'm not saying that being a decisive person is bad. I'm not saying that being awake is bad (or asleep). I'm not saying that you should questions everything and trust nothing. That's not true.
What I AM saying, is this: open your heart, mind, and eyes to where you might be "in between". Embrace it. Let yourself lean into the unknown and stretch yourself beyond your usual boundaries. Don't get carried away, though. Know your limits and stay safe. But allow yourself to expand your horizons and try on something new. Maybe it's time to take a leap of faith? Maybe it's time to speak up and let your voice be heard? Maybe it's time to acknowledge something you've been hiding from yourself?
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