I hadn't posted this one, but here's the summary for those who are interested. She writes much better than I do, so if the summary intrigues you, check out the actual article.
- Size doesn't matter Whether you are making a big change or a little one, it will feel huge and scary to you.
- Learn the power of letting go You can't change and remain the same.
- Drop the Game Face It's going to be painful, frustrating and scary; it does no one any good for you to hide that.
- Put your money where it counts Invest in yourself, not a big-screen TV.
- Don't worry about what people think - really! Even at the midlife crisis, many people are too susceptible to peer pressure to follow their hearts.
- Practice, practice, practice It's easier to make your change in small, easy steps than to entirely change yourself in one go.
- God isn't in the details(Similar to Steve's ready-fire-aim approach)
- Reinvention has a fast track Think about changing hobbies instead of changing careers
- Singles aren't the only hereos If you're in a relationship, think of it as a support group instead of a cage.
- Reinvention isn't a trend; it's a revolution You're not alone; there are millions and millions of people doing the same thing.