I used to think that life had a finish line, that moment in time when you’re finally “there” - that magical place where you can relax and enjoy, where everything is perfect.
Turns out, it does: you’re done when you’re dead.
But here's what I've discovered: the joy isn't in reaching some imaginary finish line - it's in the continuous unfolding of who you are becoming.
When you stop waiting to feel good “over there” (when you’ve lost the weight, landed the dream job, found the perfect partner), you free yourself to enjoy the journey of reinvention itself.
That's when life gets really interesting.
And it’s why I will forever be reinventing myself.
Every new goal, desire, and life transition offers me new opportunities to explore what I want more of, what I’m ready to let go of, and who I’m ready to step into.
Life isn’t about reaching some imaginary endpoint but embracing the continuous dance of becoming.
Just this morning, I found myself reimagining my morning routine, not because the old one wasn’t working, but because I felt called to something new.
That’s the beauty of reinvention. It’s not about fixing what’s broken; it’s about honoring who you’re becoming.
Sometimes, it’s as subtle as changing how you style your hair; other times, it’s as profound as shifting your entire career path.
The key is to approach each evolution with joy rather than judgment. To see each change not as a correction of past mistakes, but as an exciting new chapter in your ongoing story.
As we approach the new year, I invite you to join me in this spirit of joyful reinvention.
What parts of your life are quietly calling for a fresh perspective?
What possibilities are waiting to be explored?
Until next time, embrace your evolution,
The Power of Choice in Change
What people have the capacity to choose, they have the ability to change.
~ Madeline Albright
Every transformation begins with a choice - a moment when you decide to see yourself and your possibilities differently. This week, notice the small choices that shape your day. Each is an opportunity for reinvention, a chance to choose again.
Your power lies not in waiting for the perfect moment but in recognizing that this moment - right now - holds all the potential you need. Choose wisely, choose often, and watch as those choices create the masterpiece of your life.
The Almanack of Naval Ravikant
If you’re ready to think differently about wealth, happiness, and personal evolution, this book is your guide. Naval Ravikant’s wisdom, curated by Eric Jorgenson, offers a fresh perspective on living a life of purpose and abundance.
What sets this book apart is its practical approach to philosophical ideas. It’s not just about thinking differently - it’s about living differently. Naval’s insights on decision-making, happiness, and personal growth have profoundly influenced how I approach both business and life.
Consider this your manual for modern wisdom. It’s the kind of book you’ll return to repeatedly, finding new gems of insight with each reading.
The Art of Reinvention with Ellison Ward
This week’s podcast episode is an absolute delight as I’m joined by Ellison Ward, whose reinvention embodies everything we teach at the School of Self-Image. In this intimate conversation, Ellison reveals how changing her internal narrative revolutionized every aspect of her life, from her health to her career to her global adventures.
If you’ve ever doubted the power of changing your self-image, this episode will show you what’s possible when you joyfully reinvent yourself.
// TheEDIT
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