“If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” Change isn’t something to fear—it’s an invitation to grow, evolve, and step into what’s possible. 💫

In this week’s episode of Life Happens with Barb & Michelle, we close out the year with a powerful conversation about the one constant in life: change. Instead of viewing impermanence as something negative, we’re flipping the script and exploring how change can be a doorway to clarity, freedom, and fulfillment.

All growth is born from change—and learning how to work with it, rather than against it, can transform the way you move through life.

💬 Barb shares how embracing small shifts and cultivating self-awareness helped her recognize where change was needed in her life, ultimately leading to one of her biggest turning points.

💬 Michelle opens up about her struggle with resisting change, getting stuck in the habit of complaining, and what helped her begin moving forward with intention.

 In this episode, we explore:

• Embracing Change: Reframing change as an opportunity instead of a disruption
• The Habit of Complaining: How staying in negativity keeps us stuck—and what to do instead
• Small Shifts, Big Growth: Why easing into change creates lasting transformation
• Practicing Presence: Finding peace by staying grounded in the present moment, even when things feel uncertain

You may not know how the story ends—but every chapter offers a new beginning. Trust the process, honor the season you’re in, and allow change to guide you forward.

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💛 Episode Topics

• Being alone during the holidays
• Redefining family, tradition, and what celebration means 
• Grieving and making space for difficult emotions
• Navigating disappointment with compassion
• Giving yourself grace, care, and permission to choose what you need

💬 We’d love to hear from you! What insight or moment resonated most with you in this episode? Share in the comments—we truly read every one.

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