"Would you learn the secret of the sea? Only those who brave its dangers, comprehend its mysteries." Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

In this week's episode, Missy and I revisit this quote from episode 3, and we uncover the mystery, the whisper, the pause, the reimagining and the curiosity of change. This process, as we come to learn, is at the heart of what we are doing with our lives and certainly with our style evolution! Listen in as Missy tells the story of announcing her sabbatical to her patients and what it was like to enter into the wardrobe process with me. What would I love? What is charming?

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In this week's episode, Dr. Melissa Carrick and I explore the idea "change is my natural state," which leads us into unpacking the world of surfing. By further exploring the metaphor around riding the waves of change, Missy helps us understand core surfing concepts and how those perfectly apply to transitions and change. We also hear the story of Missy's early love of the sea, and how powerlessness actually enables us to access our own power within.

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I am joined by Dr. Melissa Carrick to unpack this season's greatest metaphor and lesson: riding the waves of change. Change is at the heart of every style consultation I've ever conducted, and we talk ALL things change: our lives, our stories, and saying YES to the invitation (or soul imperative as Missy describes it) to do something unconventional. And the cherry on top? Our style and wardrobe choices have joined us alongside these major transitions. Listen in as we begin this new style journey together!

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Welcome back to Season 4! In this episode, I unpack why Riding the Waves of Change truly captures the conversation I wanted to have. Joined by a stellar conversation partner, Dr. Melissa Carrick (also known as Missy), you learn about her background as a chiropractor, educator, fellow change-maker, former style client of mine, and life-long surfer. Together, Missy and I will discuss our transitions with an eye and ear for style, spirituality, and surfing!

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We invite you to learn about The ONE Foundation (where Dr. Carrick serves as the president of the Board of Directors) and watch STRESSED: A Documentary Film, featuring Dr. Carrick.

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Last week, I posed the question: What are your style pitfalls? What gets you off track from authentic style? And you came back with some seriously good intel. In this week's episode, I recap your feedback and offer a few solutions along the way. This season gave us an opportunity to look at a variety of obstacles or challenges that can get in the way of our authentic style, and hopefully, you've found the encouragement, validation, and inner strength to take a step toward a style that is authentically yours! And when you need help, I'm just a message away.

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Back again with another update on my style resolution with vibrancy as I visited coastal Connecticut! Then, I take another look at these style pitfalls with a bit more focus on the psychology of authentic style. Maybe you've never really been on track with your style? Maybe there's not even been an opportunity to focus on authentic style?

I also have a listener request: would you email me what your style pitfalls are, or what gets you off track, or maybe even why you've never even been "on track"? You can email me here.

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You might also enjoy listening to this episode from season 1: The Secret to Authentic Style

Sometimes when we look at the extremes of style behavior, we can find clarity in the middle, which I argue is where authentic style lives. This week's episode looks at the Minimalist, the Maximilist, and the Moderate, and offers tips for how to orient ourselves toward a more moderate, authentic style.

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Let's take a brief break from style pitfalls, as it's been 5 months since I first discussed Choosing Entrepreneurism, and it's time for an update! I recently made a big life transition (sold my home + seeking where-to next!), and it felt appropriate to share more about my spiritual journey as I continue to choose entrepreneurism. I've had several great coaches, mentors, and friends to support me along the way, and this week's episode builds on the importance of a growth mindset and personal healing as business owners.

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This week's check-in on "vibrancy" comes after a VERY big shift I made last week (spoiler alert: I moved!). And it all got me thinking: While I am looking at settling into a new community or neighborhood, I'm curious about whether the pressure to belong is impacting how we get dressed. Does your neighborhood have a look? A uniform of sorts? Do you find yourself feeling the pressure to belong by wearing what's "acceptable" vs. what may be more authentically you? Listen in to see if this may be getting you off track from your authentic style.

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In this week's episode, let's think about those items in your wardrobe that are just too hard to handle or care for, i.e., may require dry cleaning or ironing. These can be reasons why we don't reach for certain items, and then they sit in our closets collecting dust! Consider how garment care may be a reason you get off track with your authentic style, and if there are any steps you're willing to take to get that item back into rotation.

I referenced these specific items in the episode (if you shop from these links, I do make a small commission, so thank you!)

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