Our learned messages shape us. They keep us safe, but they can also keep us small. So when we try to imagine something new, it can feel uncomfortable. Visualization isn’t just about seeing a brighter future; it’s about daring to believe in one, even when doubt still whispers in the background.

The truth is, some decisions do have lasting consequences. But life isn’t defined by a single choice. It’s a series of decisions, one after another, and along the way we often get the chance to adjust, to choose again, and to learn from the outcomes.

Our cars come with built-in warning systems. A light turns on when something’s not right—sometimes small (like washer fluid), sometimes major (like an engine issue). Either way, it forces us to pause, check, and often take action.

But what about our check engine lights?