Episode 3: The Mid-Year Review

Reconnecting With Purpose, Creativity, and What Comes Next

Hi Creatives!

This week on Doodles in the Margins, we’re taking a breath and taking stock.

One year ago, I made a massive change. I closed my business of nearly eight years, left Australia, and moved to the US to get married. What most people don’t know is that part of the visa process meant I couldn’t earn income.

No clients.

No freelance work.

No side hustles.

What came next surprised me. A deep return to my creative self. Not for content. Not for marketing. Just for me.

Now, a year on, I’m stepping back into business with clarity and intention.

This episode is a pause point. A chance to stop and ask yourself what you really want to create next. It’s not about setting goals or chasing hustle. It’s about listening to your creative voice and letting it lead the way.

You’ll learn:• Why mid-year is the perfect time to reset• A journaling and values exercise to reconnect with what matters• How to write a compass sentence to guide your next six months• My favourite mind map approach for exploring aligned ideas• Gentle prompts to help you reflect on where you’ve been and where you're going

If you’re in a season of change or looking for a creative reset, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Grab a hot drink, a notebook, and let’s Doodle in the Margins together.

📝 Resources:

• Download the Mid-Year Review Worksheet

💬 Connect with Me:

• Instagram• LinkedIn• Or, check out my About Page

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