In this episode of Beauty and the Struggle, we step into that pause—the seventh inning stretch of life. No guests, just us reflecting on what it means to slow down without losing your spark. We talk about the fear of stepping back, the surprises that come when you try something new (like Myc’s sketching workshop), and the way influence can shift into real impact. Along the way, I take a moment to give Myc his flowers for one of the biggest ways he’s shaped my journey.