#100 | Solo Episode - Mid-Year Reset: Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Pause with Intention (1/5)

Welcome to Episode 100 of STANDOUT From The Crowd! 🎉In this milestone moment, we kick off our Summer Reset Series by inviting you into the power of the pause. As we hit the midpoint of the year, this is your chance to slow down, reflect, and ask: “How is this year really going for me?” In a world that rewards nonstop hustle, giving yourself permission to stop, breathe, and reassess is a radical — and empowering — act of leadership. In this episode, Darine guides you through the emotional and strategic value of a mid-year reset, shares how to break free from pressure-filled productivity, and offers reflective prompts to help you realign with what truly matters

 

Key Topics Discussed:

• Why summer is the most underused season for self-reflection
• The pressure to “keep going” vs. the power of intentional pause
• The invisible toll of running on autopilot
• How reflection leads to sharper decisions, deeper clarity, and more ease
• Creating space for renewal — without guilt Key

 

Key Takeaways

• A reset doesn’t mean stopping — it means realigning.
•  Rest is productive. Stillness creates clarity.
•  Leadership starts with asking better questions, not giving faster answers.
•  This summer, give yourself permission to pause, assess, and breathe. 

 

Actionable Steps:

• Schedule a Reset Hour: Block 60 minutes this week just for yourself — no agenda but reflection.
  
• Try This Prompt: “What do I want to feel more of this summer?” Write your honest answer.
• Summer Intention: Choose one word that will guide how you show up in the next 90 days.

 

Connect with Darine:

- On Instagram

- On LinkedIn

- Visit her website

 

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