01/07/2026
What are you feeling grateful for today?
Today I am grateful for the community of friends, mentors, and colleagues who helped me make the transition from to . From close friends who validated my feelings about why I needed to make the change to professional networks that said, “yes, there is a place for you here,” to the social connections that helped me cultivate the sense of belonging I had long craved - I am grateful.
I’m also thankful for the voices of the little leaders in my household. We’re in this symbiotic relationship of learning from and teaching each other. I’ve learned from them that empathy and nonverbal communication can teach you more about needs than words ever will. 😶 And they are learning from me that it’s okay to make big changes in your life. If they are done intentionally and with your core values at the forefront, it will all work out.
This month, they are celebrating with me that I now have my own private office in downtown Winnipeg. It’s not much, but I’m very proud of this next step. The Reyou Studio is now a virtual learning and practice space, and I have chosen to focus on delivering wellness, strategy, and narrative development services to corporate and nonprofit clients.
So today, I’m feeling gratitude for my ability to meet changes when they happen👏. Part of that is intrinsic - it’s part of the growth mindset that I’ve learned to cultivate. And part of that ability to meet life changes comes from having the support of others - people we are very close to and others who do not even know that they are making a difference. I’m grateful for all of that.
PS: photo of my new digs, which is close to Hargrave Market and connected to the downtown skywalk! DM me if you’re up for a coffee walk or post-work cocktail.
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