Dear Empowered Reader,
Welcome, I’m so glad you’re here. I want to sit with you, just for a few minutes, and start a conversation about what it really means to empower ourselves, especially when life asks us to step into something new and unfamiliar. This newsletter is the beginning of a three-part series exploring the heart of Empower Possible: the three empowerments. The Three Empowerments are self, social, and systems. Together, the three empowerments help us build a foundation that supports well-being, change, and transformation. Today, we begin with the most personal and foundational, the empowerment of self
About a year ago, I found myself at a crossroads, one of those big career transitions that change everything. I said “yes” to a new role in a completely different industry. Exciting, right? Sure. But also with change, there is uncertainty. It meant saying goodbye to a truly wonderful team; people who I cared about and who cared about me, who laughed with me, and who made even the hardest days brighter. There was comfort there, and I left it behind for growth and a leap into the unknown.
Can you relate? Maybe you’re in the middle of a big change too, or you’re about to make a decision that means letting go of something good in hopes of something great (or at least different). I remember those first few mornings in my new role, feeling awkward, a little lost, and missing my old routines and relationships. I wondered: how long will I feel like this?
That’s when the idea of self-empowerment became more than a workshop topic; it became a lifeline. Honestly, I needed practical ways to ground myself. So, I journaled. I made a habit of stepping outside for a walk, even when it was cold. I learned to celebrate the tiniest wins: mastering one new process, connecting meaningfully with a new colleague, or just making it through a tough meeting. Slowly, resilience started to take root.
If there’s one thing I hope you take from this, it’s that empowerment isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about tending to your own well-being, giving yourself permission to be uncomfortable, and believing that confidence grows one small step at a time.
Reflection Questions to Consider: - What small daily practices have helped you build resilience during times of change?
- How do you define success for yourself when stepping into something unfamiliar?
- What strengths or skills do you feel confident leaning into right now?
Positive Affirmation: "Today, I honor my inner resilience and trust that clarity comes with each step forward."
Let’s keep this conversation going. Next time, I’ll share how strengthening ourselves opens the door to building stronger, more meaningful connections with others, the seeds of social empowerment. I’m listening, and I’d love to hear if this resonates with you. What’s your story of leaning into the unknown?
With gratitude and hope,
Julie |
