The Myth of Waiting and how to Reclaim the Power of Now

Leslie Karmazinuk
12 minutes ago
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Let’s talk about waiting.

We wait for the next career move—the promotion, the raise, the recognition. We wait to feel like we’ve finally “become” the professional we're meant to be. We wait to feel worthy enough to lead, speak up, or step forward. We wait, and wait, and wait—believing life, purpose, and power exist somewhere in the distance.

But here’s the truth:

Waiting is a silent thief.

It tells us that now isn’t enough. That we aren’t enough—yet.

And that, my friend, is a lie.

The shift doesn’t come when the external changes. It comes when you stop deferring your life to the future and start living like you already are the version of yourself you're waiting to become.

When you:

Show up with the clarity you think the next title will bring
Speak with the confidence you think more experience will earn
Decide, in this breath—not the next—that you are already worthy of recognition and success

This isn’t about settling. It’s about reclaiming your power—now.

Now is where your influence lives. Now is where your professional growth begins. Now is where your leadership expands.

If you've been waiting for a sign, this is it: You don't have to wait anymore. You can live it now. You can lead now. You already are.

The Illusion of Arrival

The idea of "arrival"—that elusive moment when everything aligns and we finally become who we were meant to be—is a myth. It keeps us chasing titles, milestones, and checkboxes, convinced that worth lives just one more achievement away.

But what if you're already enough? What if the journey is the destination?

As Mary Oliver asked:

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”

This isn’t a question about your future goals. It’s a call to embrace the fullness of your present.

Embracing the Present in Your Professional Journey

Living in the now doesn’t mean abandoning ambition. It means understanding that the seeds of your next chapter are planted in this one.

As Oprah Winfrey said:

“Living in the moment means letting go of the past and not waiting for the future. It means living your life consciously, aware that each moment you breathe is a gift.”

The now is not a placeholder. It is the foundation.

At Karma Coaching Insights LLP, we teach professionals how to stop waiting and start aligning—in their purpose, mindset, and income. Because success doesn't start at the next milestone. It starts the moment you stop outsourcing your power to the future.

The Power of Presence in Career Growth

When you anchor into the now, you:

Make decisions that align with your true values
Show up authentically in your leadership
Attract the opportunities you’ve been waiting for

As Eckhart Tolle says:

“Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have.”

It’s not complacency. It’s power. It’s living and leading with intention—right now.

Letting Go of the Wait: A Professional Reset

Releasing the wait takes courage. It means looking at the fear behind your hesitation—fear of rejection, failure, or not being ready. But on the other side is freedom.

Dan Millman said:

“The time is now, the place is here. Stay in the present. You can do nothing to change the past, and the future will never come exactly as you plan or hope for.”

So we build here. We lead here. We rise here.

How to Stop Waiting and Start Leading

Here’s how to activate the power of now in your personal and professional life:

Mindfulness: Tune into your thoughts, emotions, and patterns without judgment.
Gratitude: Anchor into abundance by recognizing the strengths and support you already have.
Intentionality: Lead with clarity. Make decisions that align with your vision.
Connection: Surround yourself with mentors, coaches, and peers who reflect your next level.