Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purpose

Sanjani's journey: acceptance, letting go, stillness, clarity and new beginnings

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In this conversation, Sanjani Shah shares her journey following an unexpected redundancy from her long-term role at the Body Shop. 
 
What’s followed… ‘It's been the best 12 months of my life’ she says.
 
Emphasising the importance of choice in response to life's challenges, she discusses how her spiritual practices helped her navigate feelings of fear and uncertainty. Sanjani reflects on the power of vulnerability, the significance of slowing down to gain clarity and the joy of exploring new opportunities. 
 
Ultimately, she highlights the importance of energy and self-belief in manifesting a fulfilling future, especially during midlife transitions.
 
Takeaways
  • You have the choice to how you respond to anything
  • Acceptance came faster than expected
  • Spiritual practice helped her stay grounded
  • Locking my phone away helped manage external chaos
  • Letting go of expectations was liberating
  • Energy is everything in navigating life
  • Taking time out allowed for self-discovery
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    Chapters
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:35 - The Shock of Redundancy
    06:23 - Acceptance and Spiritual Practices
    10:49 - Finding Stillness and Clarity
    12:37 - The Power of Vulnerability
    15:35 - Navigating Fear and Self-Doubt
    19:03 - Exploring New Opportunities
    22:19 - The Journey of Self-Discovery
    28:11 - Shifting Perspectives and Energy
    32:58 - Manifesting New Beginnings
    35:19 - Lessons from Midlife and Beyond
     

     

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    Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purposeBy Simon Burgess