The water was cold. I jumped anyway.


Hello, hello,

When I jumped off a yacht into the cold Ionian Sea, I was afraid.

I also wanted the experience.

Both feelings were there. The part of me that wanted to jump didn’t suddenly convince the nervous part to disappear. I got to choose while I could still feel both.

And I jumped.

I’ve been thinking about that as we begin November. How often do we have a desire we keep circling back to, something that feels exciting and meaningful, and then wait for confidence to arrive before we act?

Maybe you want to share your work, start a business, have an important conversation, or say yes to an adventure. You can picture yourself doing it. You might even feel that little spark when you think about it.

Then come the questions. What if it doesn’t work? What will people think? Am I ready?

Here’s a question I love: What if I can feel nervous and still trust myself to take the next step?

You get to move at your own pace. Gather information. Ask for support. Give yourself a little encouragement. There is room for thoughtful preparation and a brave decision in the same moment.

Thriving includes these moments—the ones where you choose something that matters to you before you know exactly how it will unfold.

What is your version of that jump right now?

Perhaps your next step is small enough to take today: send the email, open the document, make the invitation, or give your idea an hour of your attention.

Let that count. You’re building trust with yourself every time you follow through.

That spirit runs through my Thriving All the Time Collection: creating a life you truly love, listening to your inner wisdom, making room for joy, and taking inspired action.

I’ve brought the collection together in one beautiful place so you can explore what speaks to you:

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There’s also free inspiration waiting for you, including my 144 affirmations and a reading of Chapter 1 on my podcast.

​Explore the Thriving All the Time Collection​

Choose something for yourself or find a meaningful gift for someone you love as the holidays approach.

And if there’s a dream asking for your attention this month, give it a little room. You can take a breath, feel the butterflies, and begin.

With love,
Sheri

P.S. Hit reply and tell me: What’s one thing you’re ready to do, even with a few butterflies? I’d love to hear.

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