There comes a time for most everyone when you realize you've been busy and productive, yet not truly moving forward. So many at mid-career say, "I've done a lot, but I'm not sure what's next," or simply, "I feel stuck." This is the hidden trap of circling—motion without progress. Like a car out of alignment, when our lives aren't aligned with our core values, we drift and expend energy without clear direction. In Stop Circling, I call this the roundabout effect—you're moving, but not exiting. While learning to drive, I remember learning to navigate a traffic circle—now called roundabout. Getting on was easy but getting off took intention and courage—it was actually a bit scary! That's where many are today. The first step is recognizing it, then realigning through tools like the HALFERS assessment. Today, we look at the 3 "P's" to exit our roundabouts successfully. All this so you can move forward with clarity and purpose into your next chapter. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/circling-in-midlife

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Chapters

0:00 Intro and the Roundabout Effect
2:45 Why Movement Does Not Always Equal Progress
5:15 The First P: Evaluating Your Current Position
7:30 How to Use the HALFER Assessment Tool
10:15 Why You Are Building on Experience Not Starting Over
12:45 The Second P: Changing Your Perspective and Mindset
15:30 Reevaluating Your Core Values for Alignment
18:00 The Third P: Redefining Your Purpose at Midlife
20:15 How to Stop Circling and Start Climbing

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In today's episode of the Power of After Show, I'm joined by former Navy SEAL Marty Strong for a powerful conversation on what it really means to stay calm under fire—not just in combat, but through life's biggest transitions. From moving out of the military into civilian life, to navigating multiple career shifts, Marty shares the mindset that carries through it all: the willingness to become an apprentice again and again. Because real strength isn't just about what you've mastered—it's about staying teachable, adaptable, and grounded as you step into what's next. If you're in a season of change, this conversation will challenge and equip you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Learn more about Marty at: www.martystrong.com and his non-profit serving our veterans at: https://www.warriorshavenusa.com/ Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/seal-mindset

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro to the Power of After
• 2:15 Meet Marty Strong: From SEAL to CEO
• 6:40 The non linear path of career transition
• 10:20 Adopting the apprentice mindset
• 14:55 Moving past the ego after military service
• 19:10 The shock of entering the financial sales world
• 23:30 Applying mission planning to business strategy
• 28:15 Why people get stuck in negative cycles
• 33:05 Lessons from the SEAL selection process
• 37:45 Breaking out of the conformity box
• 42:10 Helping veterans at Warriors Haven USA
• 47:20 Three steps to intellectual creativity
• 50:56 Conclusion and final words of advice

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At some point in a successful career, a quiet question begins to surface: Is there more? You've built something meaningful, gained experience, and developed real expertise—but there's often a deeper pull toward greater impact, fulfillment, and alignment with who you've become. What if that instinct isn't restlessness, but direction? What if your most significant work isn't behind you—but still ahead? This next chapter isn't about starting over; it's about starting from strength. You bring a wealth of experience, perspective, and insight that can't be replicated early on—and that becomes your greatest advantage. The key is learning how to leverage what you've already built, your own "core common denominator," and apply it with renewed clarity and purpose. In today's episode, we'll explore how to shift your mindset, reframe your experience as an asset, and step into a season where your best work may be closer than you think. Full article here: https://GoalsForYourLife.com/best-work-ahead

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THE SUMMIT Book by Deborah Johnson

Chapters

0:00 Is Your Best Work Still Ahead?
2:20 Starting From a Position of Strength
5:15 Principle 1: Clarity as a Competitive Advantage
8:05 Principle 2: Technology as Leverage, Not a Threat
11:10 Shifting From Activity to Meaningful Impact
14:25 Principle 3: Resilience and the Power of Discernment
17:50 Principle 4: Why Implementation Creates Transformation
21:30 Redefining Success at Mid-Career
23:45 Final Summary and How to Connect

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