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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 18 MIN

Carrie - What Books Teach Us: When to Stay, When to Quit, and How to Grow

from Project You 2.2 · host Carrie Helmer

Send us Fan MailWhat if the messy, frustrating middle of your life is exactly where growth is happening? In this episode of Project You 2.2, Carrie shares stories that are equal parts heartfelt and hilarious — from hiding behind the couch to avoid a VHS movie in high school, to helping her husband survive the chaos of a brand-new career after decades in education, to learning how small steps added up to a 50-pound weight loss.You’ll hear real-life examples of staying when it stretches you, quitting when it shrinks you, and discovering when a chapter has run its course. If you’ve ever felt impatient with your progress, overwhelmed by change, or unsure whether to stay or move on, this episode will leave you inspired, encouraged, and ready to take the next step in your story.

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Send us Fan Mail What if the messy, frustrating middle of your life is exactly where growth is happening? In this episode of Project You 2.2, Carrie shares stories that are equal parts heartfelt and hilarious — from hiding behind the couch to avoid a VHS movie in high school, to helping her husband survive the chaos of a brand-new career after decades in education, to learning how small steps added up to a 50-pound weight loss. You’ll hear real-life examples of staying when it stretches you, ...

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