154. The Power of Possibility, Synchronicity & Paying Attention to Joy with Suzanne Sewell

What if the dream you quietly gave up on… is still possible?In this heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation, Brenda sits down with author Suzanne Sewell to explore possibility, synchronicity, resilience, meaningful moments, and what it truly means to live in “present harmony.”Suzanne shares the powerful story of how a simple conversation with Brenda years ago helped reignite a dream she had nearly abandoned…attending the Olympic Games opening ceremonies in Vancouver. What unfolded next became what Suzanne now calls a “Suzanne story”: a series of synchronicities, serendipitous moments, unexpected opportunities, and reminders that sometimes the walls we encounter aren’t signs to quit… they’re invitations to keep going.Together, Brenda and Suzanne explore:-Why we sometimes give up on dreams too soon-The difference between coincidence, serendipity, and synchronicity-How to know when to keep going after obstacles appear-Why meaningful moments matter more than perfect plans-The memories worth holding onto, and the ones we can let go-How paying attention shapes the life we create-The connection between awe, joy, gratitude, and flourishing-What it means to create a life that truly resonatesSuzanne also shares the story behind writing and self-publishing her book, Present Harmony: Connecting Past Memories with Future Dreams to Help the Present Resonate, a beautiful reflection on memories, dreams, possibility, and living intentionally.If you’ve ever wondered:“Is it too late for me?”“What if I tried?”“Could there still be more for me?”…this episode is for you.Meet my guest: Suzanne SewellSuzanne grew up in a small town in northern Ontario. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo and worked at various positions in the scientific field for almost ten years in research, technical support, and managing customer service. After leaving the corporate world to raise her two children, she became a Creative Memories consultant where she taught classes and workshops about creating meaningful photo albums.She started blogging in 2008 and has spent over twenty years researching, teaching, and writing about memories, chasing dreams, and the importance of the present moment. She self-published her book, Present Harmony, as the culmination of her journey and what she has learned along the way.Connect with Suzanne Sewell:Instagram: @suzannesewellSign up for her newsletter on her website: www.suzannesewell.comYouTube: www.youtube.com/@suzannesewellPurchase Suzanne’s book, Present Harmony here: https://a.co/d/0ee2UWBmConnect with Brenda Jasmin:Follow Brenda on Instagram: @_brendajasminGet Brenda’s Guide on “How to Be Happier in Uncertain Times”: https://brendajasmin.kartra.com/page/happierWebsite: www.brendajasmin.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendajasmin/Original music composed by Leah Hidalgowww.leahhidalgo.com