Preview on Learning to Thrive One Choice at a Time

Sometimes the adventure does not arrive as a bold leap. Sometimes it begins in a quiet moment when we realize we can choose again. In this short preview conversation, I sit down with Tara Wear, an experienced coach and leader who has spent more than 30 years supporting individuals and teams in becoming their best selves.

We first connected through the TEDx Spokane community, where Tara supported me as I prepared my upcoming talk, and this conversation opened up so much wisdom. We talk about burnout, leadership, intention, and self-awareness, especially during seasons like the holidays or the transition into a new year. Tara reminds us that intention is not something we set once and forget. Every moment offers a choice, and every choice creates a new way forward.

This episode is a short teaser and preview of our full conversation, which will be released in the coming days. In the full episode, we go deeper into Tara’s coaching work with women, her shift toward burnout recovery and thriving, and even a word she uses that surprised me and may surprise you, too.

Tara also shares about her upcoming Women’s Winter Book Club focused on self-compassion and burnout recovery, where women will read, reflect, and practice together in a small group setting.

A reflection to try
Notice one moment today where you feel rushed, overwhelmed, or self-critical. Pause, take one slow breath, and ask yourself, What would it look like to choose again right here? Let the answer be simple.

If you are feeling tired, overwhelmed, or quietly longing for something more grounded, let this be a gentle pause. The adventure is already here.

Links and resources mentioned

• Website https://readytothriveco.com
• Email: thrivewithtaraw@gmail.com
• Women’s Winter Book Club details under Packages: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/185601
• Book Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer: https://a.co/d/h10F5Yn