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Explore the mindset shifts that empower entrepreneurs to confront obstacles with confidence. Definition of Entrepreneurial Courage If you are thinking about leaving the corporate world and starting a profitable business, you are going to need wheelbarrows full of courage. Ask...

The Surprising Benefits of Befriending an Introvert Introduction As I have several introverted friends (and I am an introvert, or a covert-introvert, myself, ) I have discovered that introverts can provide invaluable support during life transitions. We excel at providing...

Reaching Out Without Fear Life transitions can feel isolating, especially during the holiday season when everything seems to revolve around joy and togetherness. But even in the darkest times, we don’t have to face challenges alone. True friends want to...

In recent years, the world has been grappling with an increasingly critical social health crisis: the loneliness epidemic. The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically accelerated this trend, with social isolation and digital communication replacing meaningful human connections. This loneliness epidemic underscores the...

It's not the load that breaks you down. It's the way you carry it. - Lena Horne At least once a year I revisit the concept of "working smarter, not harder." Why? Because I quickly forget. I forget that working harder...

Remote work offers unique advantages for introverts, but success requires intentional strategy and self-awareness. By acknowledging both the benefits and challenges of this work style, introverts can create systems and habits that support their natural tendencies while protecting against potential...

Living a long and fulfilling life has been a goal of humanity for centuries. While advancements in healthcare, nutrition, and lifestyle have extended lifespans, the quest for longevity often overlooks one critical component: having a clear sense of purpose. Understanding...

Because quitting your job at 42 without a backup plan deserves a little help from a gratitude journal (and a lot of coffee). Can Gratitude Really Reduce Anxiety During a Life Transition? The one thing I teach everyone who comes...

Do Something Different this Year (see the end of this post) Thanksgiving: the season of Gratitude, Gatherings, and Glorious Food. For many, it’s a day filled with tradition, joy, and perhaps a competitive round of family board games. But what...

Confessions from the Camino: Blisters, Bliss, and Big Life Epiphanies Written by Nina S. a proud Empty-Nester who attended a From Troubled to Triumphant: Find Solid Ground during a Life Quake retreat in the sun-blessed southwest of France #LifeQuake Series...

Explore stories and strategies that inspire resilience in the face of uncertainty. Life transitions—moving to a new city, starting a new job, or surviving a break-up that feels straight out of a Netflix drama are like plot twists - they...

Featuring 12 tailormade excuses to use when you need to dodge yet another Christmas party Even though it is only the middle of November, I am already planning for the Christmas season. My Book Lover's Christmas Binge Reading Retreat is...

Introverts often get labelled as the “quiet ones,” the “deep thinkers,” the “observers” in a world that seems to worship those who can hold court in a room and sell ice to penguins. Introverts actually have a unique superpower when...

Ready to officially kick the old chapter to the curb and usher in something new? Here’s a lineup of rituals—some quirky, some classic—that’ll help you mark the end of your old life and throw open the doors to whatever’s next.

Find out if you are Thriving and Striving during a Major Life Change Are you thriving or striving on the life transition rollercoaster? Maybe you're that person who’s “embracing change” with a green smoothie in one hand, and a motivational...