Honoring Every Role We Play and Entering a Season of Yes
This week, I listened to an episode of the Chronic Boss Unfiltered podcast that stayed with me long after it ended. The guest, Amanda Goetz, author of the book Toxic Grit, said something that made me stop and think:
“We need to stop celebrating one dimension of success.”
So many of us are living in multiple roles at once: Mother, Founder, Wife, Friend, Daughter, Advocate, and more. Yet we rarely pause to acknowledge the diversity within us. We move from one role to the next without giving ourselves the committed time, attention, or presence that each character in our life deserves.
In Toxic Grit, Amanda offers practical guidance on how to intentionally dedicate time to each role and how to transition between them without burnout or resentment. It is not about doing more. It is about doing differently and recognizing that each part of us has value and deserves space.
What Inspired Me Next: The Power of Yes
Around the same time, I listened to the Mel Robbins podcast episode featuring Shonda Rhimes, where she shared how her famous “Year of Yes” completely transformed her life and career. She described how saying yes to opportunities she would normally avoid opened doors, strengthened relationships, and reconnected her to joy.
That episode made something click for me.
This year, I am committing to saying yes.
Yes to the opportunities that feel intimidating.
Yes to wine night with the girls even when the mom guilt whispers otherwise.
Yes to the girls trip I always push aside.
Yes to choosing myself, especially when I am tempted to choose everyone else first.
I know this approach may feel a bit controversial right now. Culturally, hustle is out. Rest is being celebrated. Saying no has become the go to path for setting boundaries. I believe in that movement. I believe in slowness. I believe in protecting your peace.
But I also believe in balance.
For me, saying yes is not about overextending myself. It is about becoming more intentional with my time and stepping into the experiences that energize me, fill me, and honor the full spectrum of who I am.
A Seasonal Invitation: Audit Your Roles
This time of year is naturally reflective. It invites us to step back and ask important questions:
Which roles in my life have been receiving my full presence
Which roles have been getting my leftovers
Which roles do I want to prioritize in 2026
Think about what matters to you as you look toward a new year. Maybe it is one day a week of intentional family time. Maybe it is increasing revenue in your business. Maybe it is weekly date nights that actually happen. Maybe it is finally signing up for the gym membership or taking that painting class you have been thinking about for a year.
There is no wrong answer. There is only what feels authentic and aligned for you.
A Final Thought
As we move closer to 2026, I hope you will join me in redefining what success looks like. It is not about excelling in one dimension. It is about honoring the entire mosaic of who we are.
Here is to a year of intentional choices.
Here is to honoring every role we play.
Here is to saying yes to the things that bring joy, courage, connection, and growth.
A Note of Gratitude
Lastly, in this season of thankfulness, I want to extend my deep gratitude to everyone who has poured into me over the years.
To my husband, who never discourages my wild ideas and always believes in me.
To my mentor, Lilly Stairs, who has guided me professionally, reminds me of my strengths, and continues to create space for me to grow both personally and professionally.
To my sisters, who have inspired me since I was a little girl. I still want to be you when I grow up.
To my friends, who cheer me on, speak kindly about me behind closed doors, and celebrate every version of me.
And to the many others who continue to support, uplift, and encourage me.
I am truly grateful for you.
Lead with Heart,
Beth Ann
