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Anchor in Your Own Truth

At some point in life, we all realize something uncomfortable and strangely freeing at the same time: people are going to have opinions about us no matter what we do. Loud ones. Quiet ones. Half-formed ones based on a single moment, a single sentence, or a version of us that no longer exists. And ifContinue reading “Anchor in Your Own Truth”

I Love My Job (and That Shouldn’t Be Rare)

I love my job. Saying that out loud still feels a little strange, almost like I need to qualify it or soften it. Like I should quickly add, “Not every day,” or “I know I’m lucky,” or “Of course, there are hard parts.” And all of that is true. But none of it changes theContinue reading “I Love My Job (and That Shouldn’t Be Rare)”

You Don’t Even See How Amazing You Are

Funny how we never see ourselves the way others do. You’re there, tangled up in your own thoughts, picking apart every move you’ve made. You’re replaying conversations, doubting your choices, wondering if you’ve done enough, if you are enough. Meanwhile, someone out there is watching you and thinking—how does this person manage it all soContinue reading “You Don’t Even See How Amazing You Are”

First-Timer Fear: Why Your Nerves Don’t Mean You’re Not Ready

Let’s talk about fear—the kind that shows up just before you try something new. It whispers, “You’re not ready,” “You’re not good enough,” or worse, “What if you fail?” But here’s a truth bomb: Fear comes from inexperience, not incapability. You’re not afraid because you’re incapable. You’re afraid because you haven’t done it yet. ThinkContinue reading “First-Timer Fear: Why Your Nerves Don’t Mean You’re Not Ready”

Confidence isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about trusting your ability to find them. The world moves fast.Opportunities don’t wait.Perfect information doesn’t exist. Enter the 70% Rule: Once you have 70% of the info you need, take action.The remaining 30%? You’ll figure it out along the way. Amazon’s Jeff Bezos swears by this approach.Continue reading “Confidence”

Cold Now or Cold Later: Why You Should Jump In Scared

You’re standing at the edge. The water below is icy, your heart races, and your mind is spinning with reasons to delay. Maybe if you wait a few minutes, the water will somehow feel warmer. Maybe you’ll feel braver. Maybe you’ll be ready. But here’s the truth: the cold water doesn’t get warmer if youContinue reading “Cold Now or Cold Later: Why You Should Jump In Scared”