Your Body Knows

The body often knows more than the mind. My body tossed me a curve ball with an unexpected back injury forcing a pause for reflection.

Instead of driving 6 hours to party with my best friend on her 50th birthday I spent the day on ice in bed. I had to make the responsible choice to listen to what my body needed vs. trying to relive my college days with a weekend full of bad choices. Adulting is hard.

The forced pause gave me an opportunity to reflect on the last year and a half. When I stepped down from my VP role at Emburse, I did so with an intense dream in my heart to write books, have a podcast, lead retreats and start a coaching business. I also really needed a break to rest and heal.

I'm so glad I listened.

Looking back, I'm proud of what I've accomplished. Here is a quick rundown. Perhaps in sharing you may find something that tickles your fancy.

? Launched Find Your Frolic with a mission to help emerging entrepreneurs find clarity on their vision and launch their new idea out into the world.

? Launched a Substack newsletter with over a year's worth of weekly posts designed to bring a little magic and mindfulness back into your life.

? Launched a LinkedIn newsletter and earned ???????????????? ?????? ?????????????????????? ??????????. I learned a ton about how to use LinkedIn effectively along the way and am happy to share what I know with you. Click here to schedule your free LinkedIn profile audit.

? Successfully led a sold-out retreat last February. The next retreat is coming up at the end of the month if you want to Nurture In Nature at River Mountain Resort on August 22-25. We have 2 spots left.

? Published my first fiction novel in a series about an enchanted forest called Ebeetha. Right now, you can find it on Substack in both written and audio form. I do plan to publish it in hard copy as well so that I can hold it in my hot little hands. That will definitely be a dream come true.

? Launched the Find Your Frolic podcast with 8 episode and counting. You can find it on Substack and Spotify. We've had some great guests come on and share their work in the world. Let me know if you would like to be one of them.

? Became a certified life coach which is a dream I've had since 2008 when I first experienced the magic of life coaching.

? Learned that I have a knack for website and logo design. I adore working with new entrepreneurs to help them create their offering and brand. I've had the honor of working with artists, coaches, massage therapists, authors, advocates, side hustlers and product creators. If you would like help getting your new business or passion project off the ground, let's talk.

? Shared my product strategy expertise as a mentor for Growthspace . This is such a great side gig. I highly recommend this company if you are an expert looking to share your knowledge or if you are an employer looking to support your employees with coaching and mentorship.

? Most importantly I was reminded that I love launching new things which is why I enjoy ?????????????? ?????????????????? so much. Bringing something from idea to reality in the marketplace is an incredibly rewarding experience when done right. The key to doing it right is with an intense focus on organizational readiness and over communication.

I share this with the hope that it inspires you to TRY.

If there is something you have always wanted to do and you see an opportunity to do it, PLEASE GO FOR IT! Stop waiting for "someday." There are no guarantees in life. Now is the time to step into the person you were created to be.

You will stumble and make mistakes. I certainly did. BUT you will also learn a ton about yourself and grow as a human. There is something so rewarding about becoming an entrepreneur even if on the tiniest scale. Birthing your dream into the world will change your life for the better. And the good news is that you don't have to figure it all out on your own. I am here to be your mentor along the way.

The world needs your voice, your art, your innovation, your ideas now more than ever.

If you have a need to launch a new thing and would like to draw on my extensive go-to-market expertise, let's talk. I am open to multiple types of engagements. Schedule time to connect today. I would love to chat about how I can help you find your frolic.

And just for fun...

A picture of me in the torture machine at the chiropractor's office. If you suffer from back pain, I highly recommend finding a rehab facility that offers this type of treatment. It lengthens and stretches my back better than anything else I've tried.

Be well and frolic on!