Living and Thriving in the Whirlwind

Sometimes life feels like a whirlwind, doesn’t it? These past few weeks have been just that for me—spinning, shifting, and moving at a pace I didn’t think I could keep up with.

In the span of six weeks, I’ve taken four trips across the world. I’ve juggled airports and time zones, hotel rooms and Wi-Fi hiccups. At the same time, my business has been growing—new clients, new coaching circles, and big plans on the horizon. And let’s not forget the busy life of my son, who’s graduating from high school and who’s been keeping me on my toes with his own adventures.

If you’re reading this and thinking, “How is she managing it all?” let me tell you—it’s not always smooth. There have been moments of exhaustion, days when my suitcase never quite got unpacked, and times when I questioned if I was doing enough, or even doing anything right.

But here’s what I’ve learned: the key to living—and thriving—in the whirlwind isn’t about having it all together. It’s about giving myself grace. It’s about leaning into flexibility, letting go of perfection, and focusing on the things that matter most.

I’ve had to prioritize fiercely—choosing to say no to things that aren’t essential, and yes to the things that align with my values. I’ve also leaned into my support system, asking for help when I need it and trusting my team to carry the load.  My husband has been a great support as I jet out from retreat to retreat in multiple time zones.  My kids have risen to the occasion too, for which I am so proud.

And through it all, I’ve discovered something beautiful: I can thrive in the whirlwind. Not by controlling it, but by flowing with it. By focusing on the present moment—whether I’m on a plane, running a retreat, in a coaching session, or cheering on my son—I’ve found pockets of peace amidst the chaos.

This season has reminded me that growth, both personal and professional, doesn’t happen in perfect conditions. It happens in the middle of life’s messes—in the airport lounges, the late-night emails, and the quick calls between time zones.

 If you’re feeling caught in your own whirlwind, I encourage you to:

• Give yourself permission to slow down when needed. For me, it's a lot of sleep and recovery days of doing nothing to rebuild my energy.

• Remember that thriving doesn’t mean perfect—it means showing up, even if it’s messy. Did I miss events, sleep through walking time, showing to coaching session with no makeup on?  Yes, yes I did.

• Stay focused on what truly matters, and let the rest fall into place.  Letting go of all the details is always hard for me (once a project manager, always a project manager).  But giving in to going with the flow was a necessity for being able to thrive, and in the end it all worked out just fine.

I’m still in the middle of this busy season, but I’m choosing to embrace it—to live it fully, and to find the beauty in the chaos. I hope you’ll join me in doing the same.