Why Pausing for Applause Helps You Thrive

Stopping and taking a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate getting here, to this point in your life is essential. As high-achieving, ambitious and senstive women, you can eaily find yourself pushing forward without stopping to celebrate how far you've come. Today, I want to encourage you to take that pause for applause—it's a vital part of thriving in both our personal and professional lives. I share some insights from my own journey as a mother over the past 23 years, as I'm about to celebrate my daughter Zoe's 21st birthday. I reflect on Zoe's accomplishments in dance, including her role as a backup dancer for an Indian rock star during a North American tour. Despite facing mixed reactions to her career choice, I emphasise the importance of following your passion, even when it defies societal expectations. Learn from the lessons I've learned through my parenting journey and why celebrating our achievements—big and small—can help you to thrive in ways you may not expect Key Points: The reason why you need to pause for applause Reflecting on my 23-year journey as a mother, celebrating milestones and lessons learned along the way. Highlighting Zoe's achievements in dance, including her recent experience as a backup dancer for an Indian rock star. The mixed reactions to a daughters decision to pursue a career in dance and why it's so important to follow your own passion. My plans to celebrate Zoe's 21st birthday and reflect on the valuable lessons I've learned throughout my parenting journey Work with me The Flourish Method - my signature group programme is open and you can check it out here. 120 days of high touch coaching, so you can not only feel excited about life again, you can create a life you don't need a holiday from. Doors close on the 16th September so grab this is epic opportunity. Connect with Amanda: amandaewin.com Amanda Ewin Instagram Amanda Ewin Linked In Amanda Ewin Facebook Send me a message on Socials or at [email protected] Please leave a review on iTunes, to help this Podcast reach more amazing humans like you. It makes a world of difference.