Friday Review: Decisions
What decisions have you made so far in 2025, or are you planning for 2026? Here are a few related posts you may have missed.
Decide to decide and then take the leap. You will land on your feet more than you think.
Monthly Archives: October 2025
Job shadowing is a good idea at any age
“Job shadowing is a good idea at any age.”
—Gabe Anderson– Musician
Image from Unsplash by Yk K
Job shadowing isn’t just for students or those starting out — it’s a powerful tool at any age.
Whether you’re 25, 45, or 65, stepping into someone else’s workday can open your eyes to new perspectives, spark fresh ideas, and even reignite passion for your own career.
For those considering a midlife career shift, shadowing helps you explore options without a major leap.
For seasoned professionals, it’s a chance to stay curious, expand knowledge, and connect with the next generation.
And for retirees, it offers meaningful engagement and continued learning. Curiosity has no age limit — shadowing reminds us we can all grow, adapt, and stay inspired at any stage of life.
EXERCISE:
Who would you like to shadow for a day?
How might these experiences spark new ideas and remind you that curiosity and personal growth have no expiration date?
“Change is not an anchor that pins us
“Change is not an anchor that pins us, it’s a wave we ride.”
—Stephen St. Amant, author of the Savenwood Blog
Image from Unsplash by Brett Jordan
When people hear the word change, their first reaction is often resistance.
Change gets cast as something heavy, disruptive, or even threatening.
We see it as an anchor, weighing us down, pinning us in place, keeping us from moving forward with ease and confidence.
But what if we misunderstood the nature of change?
Perhaps change is not an anchor. Maybe it’s a wave and our job is not to resist it, but to ride it!
EXERCISE:
Consider reading of re-reading the book Who Moved my Cheese? An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in your Life by Spencer Johnson.
This quick, memorable parable distills essential lessons about anticipating, adapting to, and thriving through change.