TryingToWithLeah

Let’s talk about how much of our lives we actually spend working.

When we say “9 to 5,” what do we really mean?

8 AM – 5 PM at the office

1 hour lunch

1 hour commuting each way

And that’s if you aren’t working overtime—many people are doing 50–60+ hours a week.

So what do we get for all that time? Usually… just enough to make it to the next paycheck.

Meanwhile, some people are able to generate more than enough income with just an hour or two of work a week.

Why the difference?

It’s not just luck. It’s systems—and mindset. Many of us were taught: “To get what you want in life, you have to work yourself to the bone.”

But what if the truth is… you don’t have to work all the time?
What if the key is finding work that:
✨ Aligns with your skills and passions
✨ Covers your bills
✨ Gives you freedom for the rest of your life

Maybe the real question isn’t “How hard can I work?”
Maybe it’s “What kind of work is right for me?”

If you’ve ever felt trapped in the 9–5 grind—or wondered what life could look like differently—today is your reminder: there’s room to question the system, explore new paths, and create a life that actually feels like yours.

💡 Curious: If you could design your work-life balance from scratch, what would it look like?

How many hours a week do you actually spend working (including commute and overtime)? Let me know in the poll!

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TryingToWithLeah

Caregiving is rarely as simple as “do the task, move on.”
Some days, the hardest part isn’t the workload—it’s the human part.

Maybe the person you’re caring for is reluctant.
Maybe they don’t trust you yet.
Maybe you remind them of someone they just didn't get along with.
Or maybe something that seems “simple” (like a shower) suddenly feels impossible.

Here’s a gentle reframe that has helped me over the years:
Start with information, not force.

Instead of asking “Why won’t they cooperate?”
Try asking “What don’t I know yet?”

Is the resistance only around certain tasks?
Does it show up more in the afternoon than the morning?
Did they spend their whole life doing things a certain way—and now we’re asking them to change it?
Is there some vital information that can help me?

Information is power in caregiving.
And curiosity opens doors that authority never will.

The more we learn—about their history, routines, preferences, fears, and triggers—the more creative and compassionate our solutions can become.

Caregiving isn’t about winning compliance.
It’s about building understanding.

💙 If you’re in the thick of it right now, you’re not failing—you’re learning.

What is the hardest part of caregiving for you right now? Let me know in the poll!

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TryingToWithLeah

This week we are talking about honoring the parts of us that kept us alive—even if we’ve outgrown them.

For years, anxiety was the ruling authority in my nervous system. It was loud. It was constant. And while it didn’t feel good, it did protect me in the only way it knew how at the time.

Now, after healing so many of the root causes and learning much healthier ways to cope, I can honestly say: I don’t think I need that anxiety anymore. It’s no longer necessary. It’s no longer my automatic response to the little things.

But I still honor it.
I appreciate it for getting me here—to a place where I can trust more, soften more, and let whatever will be, be.

Because it’s never really about what happens to us or around us.
It’s about what we do with it.
How we meet the moment.
And what we choose next.

If you’re in a season of outgrowing an old survival pattern, know this: you don’t have to shame it to release it. Gratitude can be part of the letting go. 🤍

What survival pattern are you currently outgrowing? Let me know in the poll!

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TryingToWithLeah

🌱 This week’s reflection: What’s one system in our world you think could work better?

I want to keep our discussions real, thoughtful, and solutions-focused. That means:

No mentions of political parties or administrations

No blame games

Just real problems and real ideas for change

Here’s my starting thought:
I fully believe education should focus less on structure and more on real learning — reaching kids in different ways, teaching problem-solving skills, following passions and interests, not just memorizing facts they’ll forget. Let’s prepare kids for life, not just to be quietly compliant workers in the system.

💬 I’d love to hear from you:

How would you reimagine education for the future?

What do you think education should focus on most? Let me know in the poll!

Let’s share ideas and solutions, not politics.

#SystemsChange #ProblemSolving #EducationReform #SolutionsNotPolitics #Growth #Community #Healing

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TryingToWithLeah

Happy Tuesday!! ☀️

Quick update: today’s video is delayed (holiday chaos + family sickness 🫠), but don’t worry—this week’s episode drops Thursday on YouTube!

If you missed last week’s video because of all the Thanksgiving fun, go back and watch it! 🦃💛

Also… a little change! This Thursday’s video will be my last 30-minute episode for a while. I’ve covered most of the big life stories I wanted to share, so from now on I’m switching to 15-minute videos—easier to watch and way easier for me to edit! 😂

And that means I can start making Reels and Shorts! Today’s is a fun one! Be sure to check it out! ✨

Thank you SO much for always supporting my channel. If you haven’t subscribed yet, now’s the time! 🙌💛

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