Choices, Chances, Change – The 3 C’s of Life

Steffi August
Jul 31
2 min read

Have you ever looked back and thought, “If only I had taken that chance…”?

Most of us have.We put off decisions, waiting for the “right time,” only to realise later that waiting didn’t protect us — it held us back.

The truth is simple:

You must make a choice to take a chance, or your life will never change.

Self-leadership begins with understanding the 3 C’s:

1️⃣ Choice

Every day, you make choices. Some are small, like what you eat for breakfast. Others are big, like whether you chase that dream or stay in the comfort zone.

Example: I could have waited until my English was “perfect” before starting my coaching journey. But I chose courage instead. If I hadn’t, I wouldn’t be here, doing what I love.

2️⃣ Chance

Taking a chance means stepping into the unknown — and yes, it’s scary. But growth never happens in the safety of certainty.

Example: When I launched my first workshop, I had no idea if anyone would show up. Taking that chance opened doors I never imagined.

3️⃣ Change

Change doesn’t magically arrive. It’s the result of the choices you make and the chances you take.

Example: Clients in my workshops often tell me the biggest change came when they stopped waiting to “feel ready” and started acting.

The Benefits of Living by the 3 C’s

Clarity: Choices create direction. You stop drifting and start leading.

Courage: Every chance you take builds confidence for the next step.

Transformation: Change becomes not something to fear, but something to embrace.

I’d love to hear from you:👉 What’s the choice or chance you’re committing to this week?

“Self-leadership is choosing with courage, daring to take the chance, and creating the change you want to see. No one else can do it for you.”— Steffi August