5 Sage Powers to Transform Challenges into Opportunities

I just uploaded a?fresh podcast episode?and I’m really excited to share some of the content with you. This week it's all about something I've come across into a lot lately—how to make the best of life’s challenges.

You’ve probably heard the saying, “What if this happened FOR you, not TO you?” It’s one of those perspectives that can completely flip how you see things. Think about it: every bump in the road, every unexpected twist—what if, instead of being a curse, it was actually a blessing in disguise? I know, easier said than done, but stay with me.

In this episode, I talk about something called?Positive Intelligence?and in the last episode we looked into how it can help you quiet those pesky little voices in your head—you know, the Saboteurs that love to tell you that everything’s going wrong. Instead of listening to them, what if you could look at every situation with curiosity and compassion? What if you could tap into your inner wisdom, or as we call it, your?Sage, to handle life’s ups and downs with grace?

Here’s a sneak peek at what I cover:

1. Explore: When something happens, take a step back. Look at it like a scientist would—curious, detached, and focused on the facts. What’s really going on here? It’s a powerful way to start shifting your perspective.
2. Empathize: This one’s all about compassion. Remember how loving and open you were as a little kid? Try looking at yourself and others with that same innocent, unconditional love. It’s a game-changer.
3. Navigate: Let your inner compass guide you. Picture yourself at 90, looking back on your life—what advice would you give your younger self in this moment? That wisdom is there if you listen for it.
4. Innovate: Ever catch yourself saying, “Yes, but…”? What if you replaced that with “Yes, and…”? It keeps the conversation (with yourself and others) open and collaborative. It’s a small tweak that can lead to big creative breakthroughs.
5. Activate: All those great ideas? They don’t mean much unless you act on them. Start small, with one tiny step, and keep adding to it. Before you know it, you’re climbing that mountain one step at a time.

I’ve also shared some personal stories and exercises you can try out to really strengthen these Sage powers. It’s all about helping you see that everything—yes, everything—can be an opportunity to grow and learn - if we have trained our mental muscle accordingly.

I hope you find something in?this episode?that resonates with you. And if you try out any of the exercises or just have some thoughts to share, I’d love to hear from you.

Wishing you lots of Sage energy this week!

Best, Christine