(A Dozenology – A 12-Part Saga) Part 6: Tests, Allies, and Enemies – Navigating the Wild World Beyond the Comfort Zone

So, you’ve Crossed the Threshold .🎉 You took the leap, said yes, stepped forward, and officially entered your adventure. At first, it might have felt exhilarating—like a bold, victorious moment where you thought, “Look at me go! I’m actually doing this!” And then…reality set in. Welcome to The Land of Tests, Allies, and Enemies —also known as that part of the journey where things get real . This is where the honeymoon phase ends , and you realise that stepping into something new means…well, challenges . What This Stage Looks Like in Real Life This phase is not about failure—it’s about learning . And that learning comes through: ✅ Tests – Moments that push you, stretch you, and make you wonder why you ever signed up for this . ✅ Allies – The people who encourage you, cheer you on, and remind you that you’ve got this . ✅ Enemies – Not necessarily villains (unless you have an actual nemesis), but the obstacles, doubts, and challenges that try to hold you back. Let’s break these down. 1...