Posts tagged midlife success
A Radical Gift

I gave myself an unexpected gift a few weeks ago, and it had a ripple effect that has radiated throughout my life.  It wasn't an expensive piece of jewelry or plans for an exotic vacation. Quite the opposite.  It was a change in my daily schedule.

I kept an iron-clad calendar during my corporate career.  It was the only way to ensure all my personal and professional responsibilities were executed without fail.  But the curious thing is that intense discipline over my schedule never eased when I started Athena Wellness – until recently.

Here’s what changed.

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Who Am I Now? The Quiet Work of Creating Your Second Chapter Identity

To build a successful life, you need to develop an identity that’s robust, reliable and suited to manifest that success.  But what happens to that identity when you make a life change?

This moment of searching isn’t a problem to be solved – it’s a powerful invitation.  Identity transformation is necessary to adapt to new circumstances, such as a major career change, an empty nest, or a shift in your partnership.  And when you approach it mindfully, it empowers you to design your next chapter with clarity and confidence.

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The Parallel Path Strategy: How to Explore Your Deepest Desires in Midlife

When you spend years building a successful career, you learn to trust one thing:  the continuous ascent.  You master the sprint, strategize for the long game, and enjoy the achievement that comes in its wake.  But what happens when that climb no longer feels compelling?

This isn’t something to dread.  The restlessness you may be feeling isn’t a sign of failure.  It’s a sign of growth.  Think of it as an invitation – a permission slip – to shed the rules that no longer fit and start walking a path that’s truly your own, beyond the unspoken constraint of success. 

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