PIVOT: When It's Time to Shift

And why it's ok to be scared

Happy Sunday!

I’m writing this as a note to self for me and you, Happy bloody Sunday! Because even though it’s a new month, and the days are getting a little longer, I’m not feeling oh so happy. It’s been a week of sleepless nights, torrential storms, dog blood stained walls and now having to face up to the reality that I need to buy a new car - goodness me life can feel so heavy sometimes. So I hope February is treating you well so far, and if it isn’t, grab your cuppa, get cosy and keep on reading...

I wanted to write about something that’s been sitting heavily with me lately, the idea of pivoting. It’s one of those words that sounds simple on the surface, but it carries so much weight, especially when we’re at a point in life where the stakes feel higher.

If like me, you’re mid-life, let’s be honest, changing direction can feel pretty intimidating at times. Many of us have spent years carving out a life that fits certain expectations - our own, and the ones society has set for us. W…