My Act Four

Episode 14: I Can't Make This Shit Up

This was supposed to be the episode where I talk about my Iowa trip. What I learned–some of it I’m still unpacking–and an update on my liver. But that’s going to have to wait until next week. Because our landlords have made us an offer to sell the condo to us, and I am shooketh.

Episode 13: Renee Spears

Today I'm joined by Renee Spears. She shares how she moved from mortgage company owner to  spirit guide channeler and spiritual, life and business mentor at Abundology.com. I ask her what we should do when we don't know what's next. Spoiler alert: eat chocolate and do puzzles.
 
If you are someone who wants to live her best life and are looking for clarity, book a session with Renee. https://www.abundology.com/
 
And subscribe to her podcast.

Episode 12: My Board

We all know people who can support us. And they want to support us. Some may be generalists, some specialists. Or it may just be someone who sees you. Who gets you. 
 
We know people. Create a list. Ask them for help. This group of people is your personal board.

Episode 11: Recap - Head, Eyes, Liver & Retirement

I bring you up to date on all of the things. I also share your comments and suggestions, and reflect on what I’m feeling.
 
See my blog at MaryRarick.com for before and after photos of my eyes

My Act Four, Episode 10: Some Big News

My husband resigned from his job today. He’s retiring. And he’s only 58. No, we didn’t win the lottery. I talk about how we got here and answer some questions like, “How are you able to do this?”

Episode 9:Quitting is for Winners

Before I heard Cathie Black say, “Make difficult decisions sooner,” I had this idea that difficult decisions, “BIG decisions,” should be pondered, considered, weighing the pros and the cons. But upon further reflection I realized I was pretty good at making smart decisions quickly. Eventually, I realized that it’s not so much making a difficult decision, but my thoughts around it that had the potential to cause me pain.

Episode 8:Sitting with Discomfort

No matter how uncomfortable I am now in this space of not knowing and being open to what’s next I comfort myself with the knowing that this is not as uncomfortable as I was when I was recovering from a broken ankle. 
And this time, unlike other times in my life, I’ve chosen discomfort. It’s my choice to stop sleep walking through life, to examine what’s important to me, and to choose what’s next.

What do I want now?

A dozen years ago I learned that work isn't hard if I show up as myself and turn on my success patterns. I also identified what I want and was able to achieve it in a couple of years. And here I am again, asking myself, “What do I want now?”

Episode 6: An Unplanned Detour

Today’s episode detours from our regularly-scheduled content. I talk about the results from MRI scans of my liver and my two black eyes. No, the two things aren’t related, but they sure make for an interesting teaser.

My Act Four, Episode 5: Something New

When I heard that Keith Wilson had thrown his hat into the ring to run for Portland mayor I was encouraged. When he announced, at his campaign’s election kick-off event, that he had a concrete plan to end unsheltered homelessness in Portland within his first year as mayor, I was elated.
In this episode I talk about how I chose my level of involvement to support Keith’s campaign for Portland mayor.