Creating New Beginnings Abroad

Lately, I've been thinking a lot about the economy, where we're headed, and how we're going to move forward as financial stability becomes less of a given. The divide between the "haves" and "have-nots" feels starker than ever, making the idea of true freedom seem more out of reach.

My mortgage is up for renewal this year, and with that comes a wave of concerns. To renew it, we need stable jobs. To have stable jobs, we need careers that provide financial security. And beyond that, we need basic necessities to remain affordable. But right now, most of what we earn is going right back into essential expenses: food, housing, and an uncertain retirement that feels further and further away. Every week, I watch the price of groceries climb, and with it, my sense of security wavers.

It’s unsettling to realize how much of this feels beyond my control. I’ve been working for 18 years, and while I still love my craft, the past three years have been the most volatile and uncertain of my career. Layoffs, shifting industry demands, and economic instability have made it harder than ever to envision what the future holds. For the first time, I don’t know where my profession is headed or even if I’ll have a job in the next few months.

This uncertainty has been triggering my nervous system into a daily state of fight or flight. The weight of financial instability, career unpredictability, and the rising cost of living in Canada has made me question where I belong and what my next step should be.

This matters because it’s not just about me. It’s about a collective shift so many of us are experiencing. Financial stress isn’t just a personal burden; it affects mental health, relationships, and our ability to dream about the future. If our basic needs feel increasingly out of reach, how can we create a life that feels fulfilling and meaningful?

At its core, this struggle is about more than money. It’s about the need for stability, for purpose, and for the ability to slow down and actually enjoy life rather than just survive it. The way things are moving now: fast, uncertain, expensive. It makes it easy to feel like we're constantly running just to stay in place.

In response to this uncertainty, I’ve been leaning into curiosity rather than fear. Last year, I became certified as an Organizational Coach, which reminded me that learning and growth are always possible. That experience gave me confidence that I can very much become something else.

I’ve also been exploring different ways of thinking about success. Maybe success isn’t about chasing stability in an unstable system. Maybe it’s about embracing change, staying open to new possibilities, and creating a life that aligns with my values rather than just financial security.

That’s why I find so much comfort in videos and stories of hope. People making big life changes, shifting careers, and finding freedom in unexpected ways. I want to learn more about that because I truly believe that kind of change isn’t far away for me either.

Right now, my biggest goal is to slow down. After years of rushing through work and life, I want to enter this next season with more intention. I don’t have all the answers, but I know I need to create space to breathe, reflect, and figure out what comes next on my own terms.

I’m also excited to share that I’m getting closer to my ACC accreditation, which feels like a meaningful step forward. It’s a reminder that growth doesn’t stop just because life feels uncertain.

So, stay tuned! There’s more to come. For now, I hope you find inspiration in the possibility of change, just as I am.

Love and grace,

Wynne