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When Life "Lifes," Grace Wins
So, funny thing—I realized I forgot to send out my newsletter this morning. So, I missed my newsletter deadline this week. At first, I panicked—because that’s what we do, right?
But then I took a breath, looked around, and realized… the world didn’t stop turning. The truth is, we’re all juggling so much right now. I get it and I do understand.
Between prepping for the holidays, wrapping up end-of-year work projects, and navigating this “we’ll get back to that after the holidays” energy, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks. Add in post-election buzz, the constant stream of cringeworthy news, and just life, and no wonder our brains are on overload.
I then asked myself, What’s the real consequence here?
The answer: Nothing major. No lost revenue. No harm done. Just a missed deadline. So, I did what any grace-filled human would do—I made a new deadline. That’s why you’re getting this newsletter now.
Here’s the truth: I simply forgot. With so much going on, my mind was in everywhere but December. Here's what I've been juggling:
Rewriting my book from five years ago with fresh EQ Impact™ insights.
Working on the second workbook in my EQ Impact ™ series to complement the coaching program.
Strategizing for 2025. My brain was so focused on 2025 that I forgot about today.
Plus, let’s be honest—this time of year has a “let’s circle back after the holidays” vibe that makes everyone a little forgetful. 🥴
Here’s what I’ve learned: It’s okay to miss a deadline. It’s okay to make mistakes. What’s not okay is beating ourselves up over it.
Let me say that again, It's ok to make mistakes.
Instead:
Pause. Evaluate the impact. (For me? No major consequences—just a missed newsletter.)
Adjust. I made a new deadline for this newsletter, which is why you’re reading it now.
Give Grace. To yourself and others.
Here’s my big takeaway—and one I want you to share with others as we close out the year: Mistakes happen. Instead of beating ourselves up, let’s take a breath, evaluate the impact, and adjust. Maybe put systems in place to avoid similar mistakes in the future, but most importantly, give yourself grace.
As you wrap up your year, remember:
Get done what you can get done.
Delegate what you can.
Push what’s not urgent to the new year if you need to.
And if you stumble, dust yourself off and keep moving forward.
Mistakes are just opportunities to pause, learn, and grow.
Here’s to finishing 2024 with grace, perspective, and a whole lot of self-kindness.
As we head into the holidays, let’s focus on what really matters: being present. Enjoy the moments that make this season special, and let the rest wait until January if it needs to.
Mistakes will happen. Life will “life.” But there’s always room to reset and move forward.
So, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, here’s my advice:Pause and
Take a breath. Give yourself grace. Focus on what you can do. And if something slips through the cracks, it’s okay to pick it up tomorrow. (Tell them Nicole said so!) 😎
Let’s end this year with kindness—for ourselves and others.
P.S. What’s one deadline you’ve reset recently? Hit reply and let me know!
Or simply let me know that this email resonated and it helped!
Special: Remember, I said I was working on Workbook 2? Workbook 1 is ready and it is good! Get your signed copy now.
EQ Impact Workbook: The 5 Competencies to Begin
Your Emotional Intelligence Journey
Embark on a transformative journey with the EQ Impact Workbook is designed to lay the foundation for developing your emotional intelligence. This first installment introduces five essential competencies—mindfulness, initiative, resilience, conflict resolution, and assertiveness—that will help you understand and enhance your emotional and relational skills.
Through practical exercises, guided self-reflection, and actionable strategies, you’ll learn how to stay present in the moment, take proactive steps toward your goals, bounce back from challenges, manage conflicts constructively, and communicate your needs with confidence.
Each module is crafted to build your self-awareness and provide tools to navigate personal and professional relationships with greater clarity and intention.
By the end of this workbook, you’ll have a deeper understanding of yourself and a clear path to strengthening your emotional intelligence using my EQ Impact™ Framework. You’ll gain the confidence to face life’s challenges, the tools to foster meaningful connections, and the mindset to thrive in all areas of your life. This is your first step toward emotional brilliance and lasting personal growth.
Within the workplace, we can even talk about doing a EQ Impact™ workshop which can include the workbooks for you and your team! Exciting!
I am a dynamic keynote speaker and emotional intelligence coach who ignites passion and confidence in industry leaders. As the founder of JMS Creative Leadership Solutions, I deliver transformative coaching, workshops and presentations that (re)humanize the workplace and empower individuals to embrace their extraordinary potential through the power of emotional intelligence!
With a deep "modern" understanding of talent management, human resources, education, and adult training, I craft engaging workshops, keynotes and interactive coaching sessions that blend theory with practical application and few humorous moments because we have to laugh through all of this! Beyond discussing team dynamics, conflict resolution, and empathy, I create a reflective experience that leaves participants inspired and equipped with actionable insights. With that, I created a framework that will allow you to connect with your emotions so you can show up, lead and thrive! Introducing EQ Impact™!
I am dedicated to maximizing emotional intelligence and unlocking the extraordinary potential within each individual. Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery and professional growth. It is a beautiful and fun journey to discovery who you truly are and desire to be.