A gentle close to the week

Ina Garten’s big leap / Issue 1,172

Oh, hi friends!

Instagram can be good.

I recently read this post from Ina Garten reflecting on her path.

Forty-five years ago today, I left my job working on nuclear energy policy in Washington and bought this tiny 400-square foot store in a town I'd never been to — Westhampton Beach, New York. At the end of the first day, we had $87 in the register (before expenses!) and Jeffrey said sadly, "I don't think you'll make it here." I think he was really hoping I'd come to my senses and move back to Washington with him. Happily, Friday of Memorial Day weekend was a whole other story. Life is all about taking a chance and figuring it out along the way…

So much goodness here. Breaking it down:

1. The Leap 

She left her job — an entirely different career — and gravitated towards a new home and industry. Big scare.

2. The Friction

Imagine the doubt. You take the leap, commit the time, open the store, and then ask…how on earth will this be sustainable?

3. The Back-up Plan

When faced with friction, it’s natural to start dreaming of safer paths. Why not move to D.C.? Close it up? Return to the cozy?

4. The Persistence

But of course, to get somewhere you’ve never been, you have to do things you’ve never done.

I just love her story. It feels so immediate and fresh, even though it was 45 years ago.

You figure it out along the way.

Don’t give up.

From Ina’s Instagram!

PS — If you’re pulling an Ina and trying to figure out next steps with your project, my Launch the Plane sessions are taking off this month! Carve out some time to move forward.

And if they’re not right for you at the moment, but you still need some encouragement, hit reply and tell me about your big leap!!! I’d love to know what’s next for you.

Have a relaxing and inspiring weekend, friends!