03/28/2024
A Moment of Pause: Embracing a New Challenge Together
Dear IWL Family,
In the spirit of transparency and connection that has always been the heartbeat of our journey together, I find myself sharing a chapter that’s unexpectedly opened in my life.
Recently, I was diagnosed with cancer. This news has ushered in a whirlwind of emotions and logistics, navigating the newness of this challenge amidst an already bustling schedule.
It’s a time filled with many moving parts—appointments, treatments, and decisions that require my immediate attention and energy. This journey, although personal, impacts the rhythm of our shared space here. My commitment to fostering a community centered on wellbeing, growth, and the pillars of intentional leadership remains unwavering. However, the format of our engagement may see a gentle shift in the coming months.
As part of adapting to this current season, I plan to revisit some of our cherished content—bringing back to light the insights and conversations that have shaped us. Perhaps these reflections will offer new meanings and revelations as we view them through a different lens. Our deep dives may become less frequent, but I promise to keep the essence of our explorations alive with thoughtful, albeit shorter, pieces that continue to champion wellbeing and personal development.
This moment also presents us with an opportunity to delve deeper into the profound work around wellbeing, especially through the lens of Gallup’s research. There’s much to learn and discuss about how physical pain and health challenges can deeply impact our overall sense of wellbeing, even when other facets of our lives are flourishing. It’s a testament to the complexity of our human experience and the resilience that lies within our collective spirit.
I am navigating this with hope, leaning on the very principles we’ve explored together—compassionate accountability, the power of vulnerability, and the strength found in community. Your understanding and support mean the world to me as I take this time to focus on health and healing.
This isn’t a journey I chose, but it is one I’m embracing with the intention of learning, growing, and ultimately, finding ways to contribute to our collective wellbeing through this experience. I look forward to our continued conversations and the shared insights that emerge from this chapter.
With gratitude and hope,
~Rose
* An image from a few years ago that feels strong and powerful!