The Thing Is… You Think You Have Time: A Story of Turning Intention Into Action | Julie Rocco

Julie Rocco shares her journey from survival to purpose, reminding us that time is precious—and action can’t wait.In this special episode of Work is Third, host Dawn Hunter sits down with her dear friend Julie Rocco, a suicide attempt survivor and founder of What I Would Have Missed, a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention initiative. Julie shares her powerful story, reflecting on what it means to choose life, build community, and pursue purpose while honoring rest. Together, Dawn and Julie explore:The concept of “restorative days” and why rest isn’t always passiveThe life clock as a tool to make the most of your timeThe idea of “challenge by choice” and how supportive communities can foster courage The importance of sharing stories to save livesJulie’s initiative, What I Would Have Missed, amplifies the voices of suicide attempt survivors and offers hope to those who may feel alone. Referenced in this episode:The concept of “restorative days” and why rest isn’t always passive The life clock as a tool to make the most of your timeThe idea of “challenge by choice" and how supportive communities can foster courage The importance of sharing stories to save livesKeywordshealing, joy, restorative days, intention, procrastination, manifestation, community support, challenge by choice, storytelling, perfectionism, time management, values  📂 Section Markers01:36 Section 1: From Restorative Days to Life Clocks: Reclaiming Time and Purpose26:01 Section 2: What We Would Miss: Love, Legacy, and Choosing to Share Our Stories39:35 Section 3: Showing Up for Yourself and Living Your Values 📌Episode Chapters/Timestamps00:00 The Journey from Intention to Action02:46 Understanding Restorative Practices05:19 The Power of Manifestation and Self-Talk08:04 Challenge by Choice: Embracing Fear10:51 The Role of Community in Personal Growth13:12 Finding Flow and Recognizing Resistance15:39 The Importance of the First Follower18:23 Navigating Personal and Professional Support21:05 The Initiative: What I Would Have Missed23:27 Living with Purpose and Overcoming Perfectionism34:01 The Power of Storytelling in Workplace Culture35:59 Burnout and the Importance of Rotating Priorities39:50 Navigating Commitments and Avoiding Overcommitment42:58 The Mel Robbins Method: Overcoming Procrastination45:12 Present Bias and Future Self Considerations48:55 The Importance of Family and Time Management50:24 Values in Action: Aligning Priorities with Commitments 💬 Quotes to hold on to:“The thing is… you think you have time. And I believe that all things may not happen in time.”"Perfection is the mute button on potentially saving a life."“The cup felt empty from pushing myself through productivity and things that matter to me.”“What a community, what a village, and what trust can do to help someone move into a space of personal courage.” If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact theSuicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. 🔗 Important Links Website:  https://whatiwouldhavemissed.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatiwouldhavemissedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhatIWouldHaveMissed111/# Let’s Stay Connected🎧 Follow the show onSpotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app📬 Subscribe to ⁠The Joyful Rebellion Newsletter⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@workisthirdlife⁠