Going off the rails


Keep going, Reader! I believe in you.

I’ll be honest… I’ve been feeling really behind.
It’s nearly May, and all those big, beautiful plans I mapped out for 2024?
They’re slipping through my fingers.

I had committed to a 30-day Reels challenge (I was all in), had plans to send out weekly newsletters, and felt excited about what I was building this year.

But somewhere around Day 14, I hit a wall.

Too much on my plate.
Newsletters skipped.
Reels paused.
And then… dental work (hello, unexpected root canal).

At first, I felt guilty—like I was falling behind.
But then a deeper question emerged:
Am I holding onto too much? (sound familiar?)

Sometimes, when things slip, it’s not a sign of failure.
It’s a sign that we were never meant to carry it all.

This past week, I’ve been in deep reflection.
Who am I becoming?
What do I really want to offer?
How do I want to show up—consistently, yes—but in a way that honours me?

Which brings me to this week’s message:

What does success really mean, and who are we becoming as we build it?

Which brings me to this week’s 3-2-1…


3 mindset shifts to redefine success (especially if you're feeling behind)

1️⃣ From: “What should I do next?”
To: “What feels aligned with who I’m becoming?”

2️⃣ From: “What will impress others?”
To: “What brings me energy, meaning, and joy?”

3️⃣ From: “How can I do more?”
To: “What do I want to create—and who do I want to be while doing it?”


Here's 2 practices to reconnect with your own version of success:

1️⃣ Ask better questions.
Instead of chasing what’s next, ask:
“Is this aligned with my values?”
“Does this energise or deplete me?”

2️⃣ Try the art of letting go.
If it’s slipping, maybe it’s not meant to be carried right now.

✨ Here’s a guided meditation I recorded to create more stillness.
It’s 10 minutes of breath, grounding, and softening—because clarity often comes when we pause.


2 things i’m loving

The Light Between us by Laura Lynne Jackson - Lessons from the ‘Other Side’ to the living. If you’ve ever lost a loved-one, you know how hard grief can hit you and at any time. This is Laura’s story of living a double life - a New England school teacher and a psychic medium. Grab this book.

How To Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2025
If you need some "stupidly simple", evidence-based, productivity tips and practical life advice, then watch this great (and practical) video tutorial from Ali Abdaal where he shares 5 simple steps to create and monitor your goals.


1 quote for your week ahead

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With love and a sprinkle of creativity,

xo, Louise 🫶

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