71. We Forgot our Keys (And What we Made it Mean)

The Key to It All (And What We Made It Mean)

Ever noticed how two people can experience the exact same event but walk away with completely different stories? That’s the magic (and sometimes, the mess) of second-order reality—where the facts are one thing, but the meaning we attach to them is something else entirely.

This week, we’re taking you on our trip to Melbourne to see Liz Gilbert—a night filled with excitement, a bit of logistical juggling, and one minor hiccup… forgetting the key to our rental. The first-order reality? The key was left behind. Simple fact. But the second-order reality? That was up to us.

In that moment, I had two choices—I could have spiraled into guilt, feeling like a bad friend who let the team down and ruined our carefully planned night. Or I could see the bigger truth: I was surrounded by friends who stayed calm, jumped into solution mode, and reminded me that we were still completely fine.

This episode is a real-time reminder of how we shape our own experiences—how we choose the story we tell ourselves. We chat about navigating these moments in life (big and small), how our minds love to fill in the blanks with meaning, and why it’s so important to catch ourselves before we turn a simple mishap into a self-judgment spiral.

So, let’s talk about perception, reality, and the power of choosing the meaning that serves us best. Because the real key? It was never just about the key. 😉

Until next time,

Nat and Mel xoxo

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