Feeling stuck in midlife? Whether it’s divorce, diagnosis, or becoming an empty nester, this episode will help you reconnect with your worth, rediscover your calling, and embrace the next chapter. Midlife transitions can feel overwhelming—but they’re also filled with opportunity. In this Saddle Up segment, Lesa Koski recaps her powerful conversation with Florida divorce attorney Heather Quick and dives into key takeaways about finding joy, working in your purpose, and healing through hard seasons.

Lesa shares personal insights about writing her book, embracing imperfection, and how pivoting—whether in career, parenting, or life—is not failure, but faith. If you’re craving clarity, courage, or just a reminder that you’re still meant for more, this one’s for you.

Whether you’re starting over after divorce, navigating an identity shift, or simply ready to feel better—your comeback starts here.

⏱️ Timestamps:

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• (00:00) Introduction: Why this episode matters for midlife reinvention
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• (02:04) Recap of Tuesday’s episode with attorney Heather Quick
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• (04:13) Embracing your calling (even when it’s hard work)
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• (06:45) Why “purpose” doesn’t have to be perfect
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• (09:20) Redefining your worth: “You’re a daughter of the King”
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• (12:34) Coaching tip: How to sit with your feelings and move through them
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• (15:55) Pivoting isn’t failure—it’s learning
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• (18:42) Parenting decisions, career shifts, and embracing divine timing
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• (21:30) Closing encouragement + listen back to Tuesday’s full episode
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🔑 Key Takeaways:

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• Your calling may not always feel easy—but it will feel right.
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• You are worthy because of who you are, not what you do.
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• Pivoting is not failing—it’s trusting the next right step.
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• You don’t have to love every part of your purpose to live in purpose.
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• Your words to yourself should match God’s love for you—gentle, honest, and full of hope.

🔗 Resource Links:

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• 🎧 Full episode with Heather Quick:
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• 💻 Divorce & Parenting Plan Course:
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• ✍️ Book Coaching & Life Coaching: lesakoski.com
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• 📸 Follow Lesa on Instagram: [@livebetterwithlesa]

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