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Those of us who are here—alive, enduring, striving—have an opportunity to honor such sacrifices by living on purpose. To not waste the chances we've been given. To live boldly, make the hard changes, and pursue the life we truly want.

That place felt warm and familiar… but no longer mine. Like a ‘perfect for the season’ sweater I’ve outgrown. I miss the boys, and that stage of life, of course. And I miss the price of a meal out. But I don’t miss living there.

Buddhism, Stoicism, even the Serenity Prayer all nod to the same idea: our peace begins when we embrace where our control ends.

We’re wrapping up aligning who you are with what you’re changing, and who you are—really are—today, can’t be understood without an examination of values.

Understanding your intrinsic motivators—and the emotional and cognitive needs they represent—is the key to designing change that sticks.

I want to dive into two key themes that really stood out to me: embracing a novice mindset and building resilience.

"You are loved." These visible declarations reinforce an even deeper, quieter truth—one that permeates every aspect of life here.

Balance isn’t a one-time achievement—it’s a dynamic practice.