Episode 300: The Challenge of Choosing Change
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In this milestone 300th episode, Stacy Westfall explores the challenges and benefits of choosing change. She reflects on her journey of creating weekly content for over a decade and how it has shaped her perspective on change. Stacy discusses the constant nature of change and the importance of distinguishing between changes we can control and those we can't. She shares personal experiences, including breeding her horse Gabby after losing another mare, to illustrate how choosing change can build resilience and prepare us for unexpected changes. Key points: Change is constant and inevitable, even when we try to keep things the same Choosing change often feels challenging due to the uncertainty it brings Recognizing "red flags" when considering change for the wrong reasons is crucial Building mental resilience through consistent habits helps in navigating both chosen and unexpected changes When others disagree with the change you choose (for example: choosing to sell a horse) you'll likely experience an additional layer of challenge  
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