A few months ago, I made a big decision in my business. One that felt right – exciting, expansive, and deeply aligned with where I was going, as well as the vision I hold for our clients. 

But the moment I started sharing it with others, the questions started rolling in:

“Are you sure?”
“But what about…?”
“Why would you change something that’s working?”

For a split second, I felt the old urge creep in – the need to explain, justify, convince. I could have given a long-winded response, walked them through my entire thought process, and tried to make them see what I saw.

But instead, I simply said: “Because it’s the right move for me.”

And then I stopped talking.

What happened next?

Some people nodded. Some looked confused. Some needed more explanation – but I didn’t give it.

Because here’s what I’ve learned: The more you explain yourself, the more you invite unnecessary doubt, opinions, and outside noise.

And I’m no longer available for that.

That moment was a turning point. I realized I had spent years overexplaining – trying to get people on board with decisions that were never theirs to make.

But here’s the truth:

Not everyone will get it.
Not everyone needs to.

Your job isn’t to explain yourself into someone else’s approval. Your job is to trust yourself enough to make the decision and move forward – without the endless justifications.

So if you’ve been over-explaining, over-justifying, or over-proving… consider this your invitation to stop.

Your choices are enough because they are yours.

Have you ever caught yourself explaining a decision that didn’t need explaining? If so, head over to Instagram and tell me – I’d love to hear.

With love,

The Power of Unpopular Timing

Go so far away that you stop being afraid of not coming back.

~ Eve Ensler

Society loves to tell us when and how to make our moves. Launch in spring. Announce on Tuesday. Wait until Mercury isn’t retrograde. But the most powerful decisions often happen on their own timeline – not the world’s.

This week, notice where you might be delaying a decision because the timing doesn’t feel “right” to others. Remember that intuitive timing rarely makes sense to those on the outside. The quiet power of unpopular timing comes from honoring your internal clock, even when everyone else is checking their watches.

Primally Pure Smoothing Cream

I recently added this Primally Pure Smoothing Cream to my skin care routine, and it’s quickly become a daily essential. What impressed me wasn’t its flashy marketing but its straightforward approach – clean ingredients that deliver.

I apply it after my morning shower, and my skin stays soft and hydrated throughout the day. The light, natural scent isn’t overwhelming, just quietly present.

Quiet Power: The Secret of Women Who Hold Their Own

Some women carry a particular energy – a confidence that doesn’t need to explain itself. It’s not loud or forceful, but it’s unmistakable.

In this episode, I explore the subtle art of quiet power and why it’s often more influential than the loudest voice in the room. Join me for this conversation about standing firmly in your decisions without the need to convince anyone else – and watch how it transforms not just how others see you but how you see yourself.

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