Sometimes you have to let go of the life you planned to find the life that’s waiting for you. — Joseph Campbell

As a life mastery coach and a person of deep faith, I now understand that letting go is not just an act of surrender—it is an act of faith. I trust that God’s plan for my life is far greater than anything I could have imagined. The Bible tells me, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). This verse reminds me daily that God’s vision for my life is always better than what I may have designed.

I often find myself clinging to the life I have planned because it feels safe, certain, and within my control. But, I now recognize faith—true faith—requires me to release that control and trust that God is leading me on the right path, even when it looks different from what I expected. Joseph Campbell’s words, “Sometimes you have to let go of the life you planned to find the life that’s waiting for you,” resonate deeply with me now because I see it through the lens of surrendering to God’s will.

I experience this in real time. There are moments when my vision of my path seems so clear. I am both driven and determined. I sometimes even believe my plan is the right one. Nonetheless, Proverbs 16:9 says, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” I am living this truth daily as God continues to establish my steps, even when they lead me in unexpected directions.

When the picture of my life starts to shift or fall apart, I no longer feel lost. Instead, I lean into my faith and see that God is guiding me to something far greater. What once looked like a setback, I now see as God’s redirection. He is drawing me closer to the life He has planned for me—a life filled with deeper purpose, growth, and joy. While it is not always easy, I feel the peace that comes when I let go of my need to control my journey and trust that God is in control.

Scripture guides me now more than ever: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6). I may not always understand why things unfold the way they do, but when I trust God, I know He is always working for my good. The life I once thought I wanted pales in comparison to the life He is preparing for me now.

So, what am I holding onto today? I ask myself this question often. Is it an expectation, a dream, or a version of my life that feels safe but no longer serves me? I am learning to let go. I release the need to control every detail and trust that God is doing something new in my life. He is shaping a story far more beautiful than anything I could imagine. “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us” (Ephesians 3:20).

The truth is letting go does not mean giving up. It means stepping into the fullness of God’s plan for me. I make room for Him to work wonders in my life. In that space, I find a joy that surpasses understanding, a peace that settles deep within my spirit, and a trust that no matter where life takes me, God is with me every step of the way.

I let go of the picture. I embrace the story. Most importantly, I trust that with God, the best is yet to come.

Embracing growth with grace,

Erika