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July 28, 2025 7 mins

In this episode, Myndel shares a powerful moment from the TV series The Rookie that stopped her in her tracks—and how it perfectly applies to women (especially teachers) in midlife who are starting something new. 

Whether you're launching a business, pivoting careers, or just trying something for yourself, you might feel like a beginner. But you’re not. You're fully formed—and that’s not a liability. That’s your edge.

Tune in for a motivational reminder that you are not starting from scratch, you’re starting from experience—and it’s time to stop treating your maturity like a weakness and start seeing it for what it is: your greatest strength.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • You don’t have to be like the “rookies” around you—you’re not starting from zero.
  • Life has trained you in grit, wisdom, resilience, and people skills that no course or app can teach.
  • Feeling “behind” is often a false narrative—you're actually right on time for this chapter.
  • Your past wins, transferable skills, and ability to adapt are all assets waiting to be leveraged.

✍️ Journal or Reflection Prompts:

  • What are three situations where you figured something out when you had no clue how you’d do it?
  • What transferable skills have you built that could help you in a new area of your life?
  • How can you reframe the idea of being “late” to something new into being perfectly on time?

📣 Call to Action:

If this episode reminded you of your power, pass it along to someone who needs the same encouragement. 

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