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Figuring It Out (And Changing My Mind Along the Way, You Can Too!)

So, my name is Emilie. And honestly? I don’t even know where to start. But since this has been my biggest struggle lately, why not start here? Buckle up! These days haven’t exactly been the best, but we’ve been making the best of them as a family. Sometimes, doesn’t it just feel like life is coming at you at 100 miles an hour?

You don’t know who you are. You don’t know where you’re going. You don’t really know anything.

That’s been me for the last four months. But I’m finally coming out the other side, and you know what they say? You only need to be one step ahead to help others through what you’ve been through.

Identity Crisis, Career Crisis—All the Crises

This transition has been hard. I went from being a teacher (after working my ass off to earn my master’s degree), to becoming a stay-at-home mom. Then we needed extra income, so I jumped into LuLaRoe—and honestly? That was the best decision for me at the time. It kept me busy, gave me purpose, and helped me feel connected to the outside world. (If you’ve never been a SAHM, connection is the lifeblood of staying sane!)

That little side hustle grew into my own boutique. I built it, scaled it, and had the most fun for those eight years. But when divorce entered my life? Everything changed. I changed. My purpose, my needs, my schedule—everything. Absolutely everything.

To get a loan for my new home (because, hello, small business owners know the struggle), I had to go back to the education system. I took a job as a behavior interventionist, all while trying to keep my boutique afloat. And let me tell you—balancing both was hard.

Then, another massive life shift—I got remarried, became a mom of five, and suddenly had a whole new dynamic to navigate. Co-parenting. Crazy schedules. New priorities. And for the first time in a long time? My self-worth wasn’t tied to my work.

But I felt it coming....The end of my boutique. For six months, I wrestled with the decision. I cried. A lot. Letting go of something you built, something that became a part of you, is hard as hell. But the truth? It was bringing me more stress than joy. More debt than income. More chaos than alignment.

And I truly believe we always know when it’s time to let go. Even if it’s the best thing that’s ever happened to us—some things are meant for a season, not a lifetime.

Trusting the Inner Knowing

I remember going to therapy during my separation, needing an unbiased voice to help me navigate my emotions. I sat in her cozy office, tears streaming down my face, asking, How do I know when it’s time to leave?

She looked at me and said,“You will know. I promise—you will just know.” That moment gave me so much peace. We always know. We just get so damn lost when we stop listening to ourselves.

So, What Now?

Good question. I’m still figuring it out.

For the last four months, I’ve been soul-searching hard. Coaching has been the longest career I’ve ever had, and I love it. I’ve dabbled in real estate, which was amazing—but with my husband leaving for four months and me holding down the fort with five kids? Not the season for it.

But you know what has been constant for 8+ years? Marketing. I built my boutique’s success on marketing strategies, and now I work with a company doing the same. The best part? Flexibility. Like coaching, it lets me be home with my kids and create my own schedule. Staying focused here for current life!!! My brother and I even started tossing around the idea of building a marketing agency together someday. (Stay tuned for that one!)

Being Multi-Passionate is... Complicated

Sometimes, I wish I had ONE clear path. But instead? I have education, marketing, entrepreneurship, real estate, leadership, and coaching skills all swirling around in my brain.

And maybe, if you’re reading this and feeling confused and indecisive, this helps you realize you’re not alone.

So, Here’s What I Want You to Know:

It’s okay to change your mind.

It’s okay to change your path.

It’s okay to change your life.

Will it be messy? Yes. Will it be painful? Sometimes. Will you question yourself? Oh, for sure.

But at the end of your life, when you’re rocking on your front porch with your grandbabies and your partner, do you want to be full of ‘what ifs’? Or do you want to know you tried everything that lit your soul on fire?

For me? It’s worth it.The confusion, the career pivots, the “she’s all over the place” résumé—it’s all worth it. Because in the end, this messy, wild, beautiful life? It’s mine. And yours is, too.

So, who cares if you change your mind? Who cares if you try all the things? Who. Freaking. Cares.

At the end of the day? They don’t have to live your life. You do.

So live it up. Change jobs. Try new things. Move cities. Go back to school.

Whatever lights you up—go do it. Life is short, babe. Make it yours.