Ever find yourself clinging to Plan A even when the universe is clearly yelling, “Not that way”? In this candid solo episode, Hilary unpacks why change feels so uncomfortable (hello, brain craving certainty) and how to pivot with purpose instead of panicking - so you can move from dead end to better direction without losing your footing.

Drawing on real-life stories (a last-minute New York trip for the Stevie Awards, the “whole new corridor of doors” reframe, and that netball/basketball pivot metaphor) plus bite-sized psychology, Hilary explains why our brains resist uncertainty - and how to plant one foot in your values while you rotate to a smarter play. You’ll walk away with her four-step pivot plan and practical examples from business (Netflix, Apple), relationships, and career moves.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why certainty feels “safe” (and how to calm your nervous system before you choose your next move).

• The 4-step Pivot Plan: pause before you panic, ask better questions, anchor to values, take imperfect action.

• How to keep your purpose the same while changing direction (plant foot, rotate options).

• The difference between victim mode and resilient mode when change is forced on you.

• A simple script to spot the new door faster (“What could this be teaching me?”).

Your Challenge This Week →
When something veers off-plan, don’t fix it fast. First, take 3 slow breaths. Then journal two “better questions” you can ask, write one value you’re anchoring to, and take one imperfect action within 24 hours. Bonus: Notice any “closed door” and list three possible doors in the new corridor.

Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ejRGMZcNe4Y

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✉️ Lightbulb moment? Email Hilary: hilary@hilarysaxton.com

Know someone who needs this?
Share this episode with the friend staring at a shut door. Remind them: plant your foot, pivot, and play the next pass.

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