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Big Changes

Doubling up on the posts today, but for a very good reason. Something big just happened in my life, and I think it is something worth sharing with you. On September 6th, I got married. This is a very large change, one which will take a little bit of getting used to. Big changes are something we all must face, and though change is naturally intimidating, it is often a good thing.
In my particular case, this is a much welcomed change -- one which was the result of much planning and though. However, often times big changes aren't the result of planning. Changes happen, and we must adapt to them. Regardless of whether or not the changes in your life are planned, I will argue that change is good.
Change allows for growth. Change allows for experience. Change forces us from our comfort zones and pushes into the current of life. Change keeps life interesting, preventing us from settling into a rut of stagnation which leaves us unproductive and unfulfilled.
I encourage you to always embrace change, be it in your personal life or your business. I've just made one, and I couldn't be happier.

 Best,

-Jacob

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