When Life Throws Curveballs: How I Learned to Pivot with Grace

I never planned to be this far ahead in nannying. Honestly, my vision was different. I dreamed of taking the next big step—opening a daycare, creating a space where children could learn and grow under my care. It was a clear, exciting goal that kept me motivated.

But life, as it often does, had other plans.

Unexpected curveballs came my way—challenges that shook my confidence and forced me to rethink everything. At first, I resisted. I wanted to stick to my plan, to hold tightly to that original vision. But as time went on, I realized that sometimes, growth isn’t about sticking to the map. It’s about learning to pivot with grace.

Instead of opening a daycare, I found myself sharing what I’ve learned through this website, JAMOT.org. It’s become a different kind of space—a place where I can connect, teach, and encourage others on their journeys. It’s not the plan I made, but it’s a beautiful one I’m learning to embrace.

Pivoting hasn’t been easy. It means facing uncertainty, letting go of control, and trusting that there’s purpose in the detours. But it’s also shown me how resilient I am, and how sometimes the unexpected path leads to the most meaningful destinations.

If you’re in a season where your plans aren’t unfolding as you hoped, I want you to know you’re not alone. Life’s curveballs don’t have to derail your dreams—they can redirect you toward something even better. The key is to stay open, keep faith, and embrace the journey—no matter where it leads.

Reflection:

• What unexpected curveballs have you faced lately?

• How can you reframe those challenges as opportunities to pivot and grow?

Verse to Remember:

“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