It’s 3 AM, again.
I’m up, searching for coffee, scrolling through this platform, and reading some truly inspiring stories. It’s become my early morning ritual, not by choice, but because my body seems to think perimenopause means “no sleep for you.” Add endometriosis to the mix, and let’s just say sleep has always been a bit of a challenge.

But today, instead of feeling frustrated, I started thinking about something I’ve been learning, how our brains work and how we can rewire them. Thank you, neuroencoding, for sneaking into my thoughts at 3 AM. Yes neuroencoding is my business.

We know that the brain loves patterns. It holds onto old habits and reactions because they’re familiar, even if they don’t serve us anymore. But the beauty is this, we can change those patterns. We can “recode” how we react to life’s challenges, whether it’s sleepless nights, parenting transitions, or navigating new chapters of life.

For me, this means rethinking how I approach these 3 AM wake-ups. Instead of focusing on the fact that I’m not sleeping, I can choose to see it differently. I can focus on what I’m gaining from this quiet time, the time to reflect, read, learn, and yes, even dream. The mind can be your worst enemy, or it can be your greatest ally. It all depends on what story you’re telling yourself.

And isn’t that the beauty of raising kids, too? It’s all about letting go of the old patterns we thought we knew, what parenting “should” look like, and embracing the joy of seeing them carve out their own lives. Our kids are growing, becoming who they are meant to be, and it’s incredible to watch. Challenging? Of course. But also rewarding beyond words.

I’ve started planning little holiday trips, and I’ve finally made the big decision to take a solo trip. (Yes, @tydynrain, it’s official now.) It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a long time, but it feels like the perfect time to step into the next chapter of my life with confidence and curiosity.

And yet, even with all this forward motion, I know there’s work to do on the everyday patterns. I need to start yoga again. I’ve been saying I don’t have time, but let’s be real, that’s exactly when I need it the most. The body and mind are connected, and it’s time to give both the care they deserve.

In moments like these, I can’t help but think of Shakespeare,
“Tragedy is a comedy misunderstood.”
What a mantra for life. The hard stuff? It’s all part of the bigger story. The unexpected twists, the sleepless nights, the challenges, they all make the comedy of life richer and more meaningful.

So here’s my plan,
Shift the story I’m telling myself.
Rewire the patterns.
Embrace the chaos and find grace in it.

Because at the end of the day, life isn’t about avoiding challenges. It’s about moving through them with grace, laughter, and a sense of adventure.

And maybe, just maybe, I’ll sleep better knowing I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.

With love,
A Mom and Business Owner Learning to Dance with Life’s Challenges