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Keep the Fire Burning: Embrace Your Imperfect Journey
Emily Allen
January 29, 2025
Woohoo, friend!
Look at you—you’ve made it this far. All month long, you’ve been putting in the work: breaking patterns, building connections, leading by example, and facing fears. It hasn’t been perfect, but guess what? It’s not supposed to be.
Progress isn’t about flawless execution; it’s about showing up, messing up, learning, and moving forward anyway. The magic is in the momentum you’ve built, not the absence of mistakes. Keep that in mind, and you’ll find it’s easier to stay on track—even when the novelty of the New Year fades.
You’ve got this,
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QUOTE OF THE DAY
“In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.”
DEEP DIVE
We tend to think of “starting over” as a one-time event—a clean slate moment that flips your life 180 degrees. But the real secret is that starting over isn’t a single leap. It’s a series of steps, some bold, some hesitant, all leading you toward who you’re becoming.
As January winds down, it’s time to shift focus. Instead of chasing perfection or hitting some imaginary finish line, think about the journey. How can you keep this momentum alive when life goes back to its usual chaos?
Here’s how to keep moving forward:
Acknowledge Your Wins—Big & Small:
Every effort counts. Maybe you tackled a tough conversation, made a tiny lifestyle change, or bought the Toolkit to guide your path. Recognize these victories. They’re fuel.Embrace the Messiness:
Real growth is rarely tidy. If you’re waiting for perfection, you’ll miss out on a lot of good stuff. Accept that you’ll stumble. Sometimes you’ll have to pause and reorient. That’s not failure—it’s part of the process.Refine Your Goals (Without Guilt):
Maybe that huge, ambitious target needs a tweak. No shame in that. Adjusting your aims doesn’t mean you’ve failed; it means you’re smart enough to evolve.Stay Curious, Not Critical:
Instead of beating yourself up when you slip, get curious. What triggered the setback? How can you learn from it? Curiosity turns roadblocks into stepping stones.Keep Showing Up:
Day in, day out. Even when it feels small. Even when you’re tired. Momentum is built by consistency, not grand gestures.
Just as the women at Harbor House are supported through every step of their journey, you deserve support, too. The Starting Over Toolkit™ is here to help you stay the course. It’s not about perfection; it’s about having the right tools in your corner to keep pushing forward, even when it’s not easy.
QUICK HITS
🛡️ 10 Ways to Fight Your Fears
💪 A Guide to Beating the Fears That Are Holding You Back
🌟 How Your Favorite Celebrities Have Conquered Fears and Found Success
💗 Giving Yourself Grace
🌈 Finding The Positive Side: Create A Gratitude Checklist
WEEKLY CHALLENGE
You’ve come a long way this month—don’t lose the spark now. This week, focus on keeping your momentum alive and welcoming imperfection:
Pick One Daily Action: Choose a small, meaningful step to repeat daily—something that aligns with your bigger vision (like spending 10 minutes journaling or checking in with a mentor).
Embrace One Flaw: Identify an area where you’re not “perfect” (hint: we’re all full of these) and challenge yourself to take action anyway. Show yourself that a missed day or a sloppy attempt doesn’t define your progress.
Track One Win: At the end of each day, jot down one thing you did well or learned. Reminding yourself of what’s working helps you push forward, no matter how messy the journey gets.
Small steps, embraced imperfections, and a daily nod to your wins—that’s how you sustain the energy you’ve built.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Starting over can feel hard, but the right tools make it possible. The Starting Over Toolkit is your guide to take the first steps—and every purchase supports women at Harbor House creating new beginnings.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Look at everything you’ve done this month. You’ve questioned old habits, strengthened your connections, led by example, faced your fears, and now, you’re learning to keep going—even when things aren’t picture-perfect.
“Ready to keep building on the progress you’ve made? The Starting Over Toolkit™ is your guide to staying the course. Remember, 10% of every purchase this month supports Harbor House, helping more women continue their own journeys, one brave step at a time.”
Your journey doesn’t end when the calendar flips. It’s ongoing, evolving, and entirely yours. Embrace the imperfections, keep the momentum going, and watch how far you can go—even after January is in the rearview mirror.
Start Over Kitty & The Permission to Start Over Team
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