Courage isn’t loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet.
This year reminded me of that in ways I didn’t expect.
I began 2025 with momentum, clarity, and radical commitments. And then life asked me to slow down.
A health diagnosis (Trigeminal Neuralgia) changed the rhythm of my days. What first felt frightening became an invitation – not just to heal physically, but to listen more deeply. To my body. To my energy. To what truly matters.
I made a declaration to heal without surgery. What followed was a year of patience, presence, and trust. And a powerful reminder that healing is emotional, spiritual, and relational, not just physical.
Professionally, I leaned into depth over speed. Longer partnerships. More truth. Completing my AJC Coaching School journey reshaped how I show up – not just as a coach, but as a human. I didn’t just become better at what I do. I became more honest about who I am.
And somewhere along the way, courage took on a new meaning. Not pushing harder. Not proving anything. But choosing how I be when fear is present.
An unanticipated emergency landing during the year made that unmistakably clear. Fear is real. And so is choice. The choice to return – again and again – to a grounded, creative, human way of being.
As I step into 2026, I do so with gratitude, clarity, and conviction. I remain deeply committed to creating braver spaces – in coaching and facilitation – where people can slow down, see more clearly, and step into courageous leadership.
Thank you for being part of my journey – whether closely or quietly, for a season or for many years. I’m grateful for you.
So here’s the question I’ll leave you with…
What would courage look like for you this year – if it didn’t need to be loud?
If you’d like to read my full year-end reflection, you can find the complete newsletter here.
I am a courage catalyst, executive coach, facilitator, speaker and founder of Interact Consulting.