The Making Things Happen intensive was such a wonderful experience for me. I've never had much of a problem of "doing." I'm a "doer." I have yet to meet a to-do list that I can't tackle, I like the challenge of working hard, creating something from scratch, getting inspired, etc. but what I'm really not good at is slowing down, taking a deep breath and enjoying this exact moment. Making Things Happen taught me that I cannot continue to create great work, be a loving wife, a caring friend, and a thoughtful person if I don't slow down. That day in Watercolor, FL I learned everything will still be okay if I take a moment to rest. But even more than all those things I just mentioned, I created life long friendships with the ladies in that room, and for that I will be forever grateful. I have started taking full days off… including from my e-mail (BIG STEP PEOPLE!) Business wise, the company is growing and becoming something that I am truly so proud to be a part of. I am taking major risks, creating new crazy ideas, and living the American Dream…and I am doing all of this in my yoga pants! What I love most is that every one is so incredibly authentic and brave. They might not feel so brave, but by sharing each other's struggles and achievements in such a real way makes you very brave. Each of the women who were in my class have taught me something about authenticity. My best advice would be to just do. You might not know where to start (no one does!) but ask silly questions, introduce yourself, raid the library and read read read everything about your subject. Attend workshops, and push send. It may not be perfect, but by pushing send, upload, or publish you are already leaps and bounds ahead of the game. Before MTH I never though I'd infuse so much of myself into my company, really having my business just being an extended part of me. By doing that it has made my job easier because I get to be authentic every single day. Also, my job lends me the opportunity to take the day off and spend it at the park on a blanket with an overfilled picnic basket next to my ridiculously cute husband and now I don't feel guilty about unplugging to do just that! I am happy!