In this episode of A Thought I Kept host Claire Fitzsimmons talks to Eleanor Tweddell, a writer, speaker, and change consultant. Eleanor discusses what it was like to write and publish her new book, Another Door Opens: Five Steps for Navigating Change in Life and Work. 

The discussion ranges from the importance of pausing, the reassuring nature of messiness, and holding space for magic during transitions. Eleanor shares her experiences with the fluctuating nature of work and personal projects, emphasizing that meaningful change requires asking rather than rushing to answer questions and being intentional when we’re ready to do so. 

The episode encourages listeners to navigate change thoughtfully, leaving space for unexpectedly positive outcomes.

01:38 The Launch Day Experience

02:38 Letting Go and Embracing Feedback

04:48 Always Leave Space for Magic

09:47 The Importance of Pausing and Resting

18:27 Navigating Unexpected Changes

19:58 Staying Calm in Chaos

20:38 The Power of Self-Talk

21:30 Exploring Archetypes

21:57 The Doers, Ponderers, and True Pausers

25:08 Intentional Living

25:52 Navigating Transitions

28:33 The Journey of Change

33:54 Celebrating Achievements

37:16 Embracing the Messiness of Change

About Eleanor Tweddell

Eleanor Tweddell is a change specialist - helping us to find joy and opportunity amongst messy changes in our life. After 20 years of corporate life, Eleanor decided to set up her own business, Another Door Opens, after being laid off in 2016. She is the author of the books Why losing your job could be the best thing to ever happen to you, and Another Door Opens. Eleanor encourages us not to fear change but embrace all the messy, uncomfortable feelings that come with it, and allow ourselves to have hope that it might just work out to be more than OK.

Website: www.another-door-opens.com

Substack: https://anotherdoor.substack.com/

About Claire Fitzsimmons

Claire is the host of A Thought I Kept, a wellbeing writer and the co-founder of If Lost Start Here, a company on a mission to get people to a better place, some

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About Claire Fitzsimmons

Claire is the host of A Thought I Kept, a wellbeing writer and the co-founder of If Lost Start Here, a company on a mission to get people to a better place, sometimes literally. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach and a certified Emotions Coach Practitioner, Claire helps women navigate the everyday lost moments of their lives and all their feelings, from anxiety to grief, overwhelm to joy. Claire writes on Substack at MoreGoodDays. For personal coaching, reach out to Claire here.

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