After a year filled with major life shifts—marriage, a new home, a new job, and my first L&D industry conference—I pause to reflect on what it feels like to build a podcast in the middle of so much change.

In this mini episode, I touch on everything from how I'm learning to practice gratitude to understanding the true value of time. I also dig into how setting boundaries, saying no, and carving out space for relationships have reshaped both my life and the show. As a practitioner of transparent facilitation, I also share some of the things I'll be working on for the show during this December break.

This episode is for anyone navigating big transitions, building a creative project, or trying to stay grounded while life moves fast. If you're struggling with the creative process, having the courage to press pause, or leaning into gratitude, this mini episode might be for you.