Ever felt a pull toward something greater—your dream, your purpose, your Personal Legend? This episode dives into Paulo Coelho’s timeless wisdom from The Alchemist: “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” It’s about daring to chase what sets your soul on fire and trusting that the universe has your back. From unexpected allies to serendipitous moments, I share stories—like the woman who left a corporate gig to transform lives—and a challenge: take one small step today toward your destiny. Ready to leap? Listen on and let’s inspire each other!

In this episode, we pick up from where we left when we talked about Navigating Career Change in Episode 1. We dive into the art of embracing change and evolving through life’s challenges. Drawing on the timeless wisdom of Albert Einstein, J.K. Rowling, and George Bernard Shaw, we explore how continuous movement, resilience in the face of failure, and purposeful self-creation shape successful careers. You'll hear inspiring stories of individuals who navigated career pivots, overcame setbacks, and actively reshaped their futures. Whether you're facing a transition or seeking motivation to keep growing, this episode offers powerful insights to help you thrive in an ever-changing world.

Today, we want to share something inspiring by Nigel Gwatirisa titled 'From Stumble to Stride: Monroe, Adams, and Emerson on Recovery.' If you’ve ever hit a rough patch in your career—and let’s be real, who hasn’t?—this piece is for you.

Nigel dives into how we can turn setbacks into comebacks, pulling wisdom from three iconic voices: Marilyn Monroe, Douglas Adams, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. Monroe reminds us that messing up is just part of life—think of that failed project or missed deadline—and it’s okay to lean into it and learn. Adams, with his quirky brilliance, says those unexpected detours—like a job loss or a career pivot—might just land us where we’re meant to be. And Emerson? He’s all about letting go of yesterday’s baggage and starting fresh each day, which is pure gold for staying resilient.

Nigel ties it all together with a story of a professional named Sarah who bounces back from a startup flop to find her stride in a new field. It’s a real, relatable roadmap for anyone looking to recover and thrive. I love how it flips the script—stumbles aren’t the end; they’re the start of something stronger.

Check it out on LinkedIn—I’ll drop the link in the show notes—and let me know what you think! Have you had a stumble-to-stride moment in your career? Hit me up; I’d love to hear your stories. Until next time, keep striding forward!

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-stumble-stride-monroe-adams-emerson-recovery-nigel-gwatirisa-rhiff