I don’t usually fuss too much over what to share here – it’s just some of my thoughts since the previous newsletter. But here I sit on the last day of the month struggling to share my thinking with you. Why? Because the one thing I’ve been in my head about for the past month is me. The release of my book, the many podcasts, interviews, and clients I’m juggling, and the overwhelming feeling of being overexposed.
It’s that last thing – feeling overexposed – that’s the biggest challenge for me. Don’t get me wrong, I get stressed over my calendar and availability and showing up as my “best self” for all the things. But what’s hardest for me is navigating the pervasive feeling of being exposed and vulnerable as I put myself out there to promote and discuss my book as an "expert".
I have mastered pseudo-extroversion, but my soul functions best as an introvert. So, even though my thoughts are “all about me” right now, I invite you to consider how your day-to-day circumstances work with or against your true nature. The key is to be attuned to when you are either craving stimulation and other people or calmness and solitude. It’s important for us to stretch beyond our comfort zones, but to pay attention to when we need to replenish our energy in our happy places – whether that be alone on a front porch or with a gathering of friends.
As for me, I’ll keep doing all the things because I really care about helping our students and families and I hope The Disintegrating Student, (and the conversations that stem from it), will have an impact. And I'm deeply humbled and grateful for the opportunities to do so! But this introvert will gladly accept any help you can provide in sharing the book and conversation! Thank you for being on this journey with me.
Be well. Be safe. Be hopeful.
