12Reflect, Renew, Repeat

In a nutshell: Once you have embarked on this path and are beginning to create the life and career you truly desire, you need regular milestones and sustenance as you go. Build it in now, before you start. Like an athlete on race day, you’ll see the markers up ahead and know there will be water coming soon. Set aside time for reflection to see the progress you’ve made, adjust course as needed and enjoy. You are doing what you really want to be doing and life is rich and good.

Keep Up the Momentum

Let’s assume you’ve started making changes in your life and are heading in the right direction. You’ve set some goals and are working toward achieving them. You’ve stopped trying to find “work–life balance,” a ridiculous concept ...

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