We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re becoming. Letting go can be one of the hardest acts of growth. Some of the most enlightened members of the community share their thoughts on this below.
J.K. Halvorson
For the majority of my adulthood I’ve had different ways of indulging in escapism. Ridding myself of all these behaviors is certainly an ongoing process. I try my best to see how it did serve a purpose at the time and to be patient with myself in knowing it’s difficult to release. Read more>>
Andy Arens
I think the biggest thing that has served its purpose that I’ve been working on releasing is just the idea that I don’t need to be in control of everything and the more I trust and put my faith in God, the more peace I obtain, the more my patience grows. Read more>>
Annie Lindgren
I spent many years of my life filling my plate with far more than one can enjoyably handle. I accomplished a lot with that work/life ethic, but eventually my train derailed. Read more>>
Kristina Atkins
The part that told me I’m average. That I should be like everyone else. That I should care what everyone else thinks. That I shouldn’t rock the boat or be too big or care too much or even have a freak flag, let alone fly it high. The part that asked, who am I to shine? Read more>>
Kate Lacroix
I believe I have gone as far as I can with the food and beverage marketing world. I have enjoyed opening over 70 restaurants and wineries over the years and—while I still support the industry—I’m setting this work aside while the industry goes through some necessary twists and turns in the market place. I still support my local, independent restaurants and always will. Read more>>
