Episode 112: Life won’t pause until you feel ready—because “ready” is a choice. In this solo episode, Amanda reflects on aging family, caregiving, regret, and the wake-up call that time keeps moving—so you might as well live your life with purpose.

Amanda shares what the 2025 season has taught her about family dynamics, caregiving, aging, and the perspective shift that hits when you start thinking about the end of life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, afraid to take the leap, or waiting for the “perfect moment,” you need to hear this: life never waits until you’re ready—ready is a choice.

You’ll hear about:

• Why time moves forward no matter what (and what to do about it)
• How to “spin gold” out of messy seasons
• The reminder that you’re one decision away from a different life

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CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Year-End Reflections

02:57 Family Dynamics and Caregiving Challenges

09:55 Navigating Aging and Health Issues

18:27 Personal Reflections on Relationships and Future

27:44 Life Choices and Preparing for the Future

30:06 Feeling Stuck at Any Age

32:56 Reflections on Life's End and Relationships

36:59 Life Never Waits Until You're Ready

41:19 Taking Ownership of Your Life