Transformation and Its Necessity in Life
I have always felt a constant need for transformation in my life — it has been with me for as long as I can remember. Through it, I’ve developed the ability to do things in my own way.
What does transformation mean and why is it necessary?
Transformation is a profound and often lasting change in a person — in their thinking, way of life, or identity. Sometimes, it can be all of these at once. It is not a superficial shift or a new habit, but a profound change within. It involves letting go of the old and stepping into something new — which can often feel uncertain or frightening, yet also liberating and deeply expanding.Going through major transformations can truly feel like the old version of you “dies,” so that a new version of you can be born.
A transformation can be triggered by a crisis, loss, illness, a major life turning point — or simply an inner knowing that something must change. It can also begin quietly, through a subtle inner longing for change. Change doesn’t usually happen in an instant; it’s a process — often painful, but at the same time full of potential and new meaning.
Life brings us moments when we realize we’ve become stuck in old roles, beliefs, or habits — ones that no longer serve our well-being, values, or the life we live today. In those moments, transformation isn’t just an option — it becomes a necessity. It is a beautiful invitation to step into a new reality, toward a more authentic self.
Transformation calls us to ask deep, often difficult questions. Who am I really, when I strip away all the roles and expectations? What do I truly want from my life? What do I need to let go of in order to grow into the direction I desire? Am I ready to step into my full potential? Am I ready to live the life I truly want — authentically?
Transformation in my own life
My astrological birth chart shows that I have a constant need for transformation in this lifetime. This shows in how I live — in my own way, walking my own path. I’ve gone through many transformations, some small and one that changed the course of my entire life.
The most recent and biggest transformation in my life forced me out of the old shell that I had outgrown. The process felt as if the old version of me literally died. It pushed me out of my comfort-zone, to resign from my secure government job, leave my home in Finland, sell most of my belongings, and move to the other side of the world — leaping into the complete unknown, with no clear plan. Was I scared? Of course. I had no idea what would happen when I left everything I had built behind. And still — I did it. I did it because I felt I had no other choice. I had to go. Period. I had to fully step into this new potential of mine.
To me, transformation isn’t a linear experience with a clear beginning and end, it’s back and forth, ongoing. I believe that life itself is, in a way, one great transformation. At least my life has been. Now, life has brought me here to Bali, and I feel deeply grateful for how it feels to be here. I’m grateful for the freedom I get to experience. Right now, it feels just right.
I am grateful that my inner voice guided and pushed me toward this transformation. I am grateful I had the courage to listen and walk through it boldly.
The only constant in life is change — and with that I look forward with excitement to the next version of transformation. <3