(A Dozenology – A 12-Part Saga) Part 2: The Call to Adventure – When Life Starts Nudging You Forward
Life has been rolling along smoothly. You’ve built a routine, mastered your responsibilities, and figured out how to juggle everything that needs juggling. You’re capable, competent, and—let’s be honest—you’ve come pretty far.
But lately, there’s been a shift.
It’s not a crisis. It’s not even a problem. It’s more like a…whisper. A feeling that something new is calling your name.
Maybe it’s an idea you can’t shake. A challenge you feel strangely drawn to. Or an opportunity that’s appeared out of nowhere—one that excites you just as much as it terrifies you.
Welcome, hero. You’ve just received your Call to Adventure.
How the Call to Adventure Actually Shows Up
In movies, the Call to Adventure is loud and dramatic. A wizard appears. A prophecy is revealed. A magical sword falls from the sky.
In real life? It’s a bit more subtle. But no less powerful.
Your Call to Adventure might look like:
- A new opportunity at work – Something that stretches you beyond your comfort zone.
- A personal challenge that won’t go away – Like finally writing that book, launching that business, or signing up for that marathon.
- A conversation that sparks something inside you – A mentor, friend, or even a stranger saying, You should really go for this.
- A growing restlessness – A sense that you’ve outgrown your current routine and need to take things to the next level.
- A feeling that now is the time – Even if you don’t know exactly what “this” is, you feel the pull toward something more.
It doesn’t have to be a massive life change. Sometimes, the call is simply an invitation to step into a bigger version of yourself.
But What If I Don’t Feel Ready?
Ah, the classic dilemma. The Call to Adventure arrives, and most people’s first reaction is:
“Oh wow… what an incredible opportunity…for someone else.”
Or maybe:
“I’ll totally do this!… Just not right now. Maybe in six months. Or a year. Or after Mercury retrograde ends.”
It’s normal to feel both excited and slightly panicked when you sense change on the horizon. But here’s the truth:
👉No one ever feels 100% ready.
👉Growth happens in the doing, not the waiting.
👉The Call to Adventure doesn’t demand perfection—it just asks for a willingness to start.
How to Recognise Your Call (Even If You’re Trying to Ignore It)
If any of these resonate, you might be hearing your Call to Adventure:
✅You’ve had an idea or opportunity come up multiple times, but you keep dismissing it.
✅You feel a mix of nervous excitement when you think about stepping into something new.
✅You’ve started noticing signs everywhere (a.k.a. your subconscious is trying to tell you something).
✅You’re craving a challenge, even if part of you still enjoys the safety of where you are.
✅Someone just believes in you a little more than you believe in yourself—and they won’t let you forget it.
What’s Next?
Here’s the thing: Answering the Call doesn’t mean making a giant leap overnight. It just means being open. Exploring the idea. Taking one small step forward.
But don’t worry—you’re not expected to jump straight into action. Because most of us, when faced with something new, do the most human thing possible:
We panic. We procrastinate. We pretend we didn’t hear the call at all.
And that’s why the next chapter in A Dozenology is Part 3: The Refusal of the Call – The Many Creative Ways We Talk Ourselves Out of Change.
For now, just notice. Pay attention to the whispers. And when the right moment comes? Be ready to say yes.
Adventure is calling. And whether you pick up now or let it ring a few more times…it won’t stop until you do.🚀