We’re kicking off something new in Permission To Leave, and it’s called Aim for the Flame. Nothing complicated. Nothing heavy. Just a simple, supportive way to build the habit of showing up—for yourself—and doing it with consistency and kindness. If that resonates with you, you’re welcome to join. How the “Aim for the Flame” challenge works: Show up on Skool each day in a small way—posting, commenting, liking, sharing a thought, responding to someone who needs support, or joining a conversation. Ten small activities a day is what Skool counts, but the spirit of this challenge is simply presence. You can post inside this community or in other members’ communities. Supporting each other across spaces helps all of us stay active, connected, and engaged. What this challenge is not: A competition A measure of worth A “you failed if you miss a day” situation If you skip a day, you just start again. No drama, no shame, no penalty. The flame is just a tool—nothing more—to help you practice consistency in a way that feels sustainable. If you want to join Aim for the Flame, drop a note below: Why are you aiming? What do you hope to build or strengthen? And as you move along, come back here to share your progress, your wins, or if you need a little encouragement on a tough day. That's the best part of the challenge—letting others show up for you when you need it. This is open to anyone who wants a gentle nudge to keep moving forward. Who’s in?

Many of us were taught to say yes, even when it costs us. Inspired by @Evelyn Diaz , let’s practice stronger boundaries together. Drop a GIF that shows your “no.” 💪 Here's mine.

👋Welcome to Permission To Leave If you’re here, it means you’ve been carrying a lot—responsibilities, guilt, expectations, and the weight of everyone else’s needs. This space is where we start putting some of that down. You don’t have to arrive perfect. You don’t have to know what’s next. You don’t have to be ready for a big move, a big leap, or a big change. Permission To Leave is a community for women who are finally choosing themselves again—slowly, gently, intentionally. Take your time. Explore. Breathe. You’re not behind. You're starting a new chapter. If you’re new here, you’re invited to introduce yourself with one simple sentence: ⭐“What’s something you want to feel more of in your life?” And if you’ve been here a bit—or found your way back after some time away—come share your answer too. We’re all growing and shifting, and it’s comforting to hear where our sisters are in their journey right now.💕

ICYMI - Fellow community member @Carol Hudnell did a super fun becoming board activity in her community. If you like vision boards...this is a vision board on steroids. She will be hosting another coming up 12/14 @11am EST. Here's my invite link, if you want to give it a try. https://www.skool.com/design-your-pivot-after-50-7602/about?ref=65743dd84fdc4136a10e0bda4af6f19b

Hello everyone,I’m Mary. I’m a registered nurse with 8 years of experience in the healthcare field. The journey hasn’t always been easy, but it has helped me grow stronger, more compassionate, and deeply committed to the work I do. Alongside my nursing career, I also offer professional writing services, using my skills to create clear, meaningful, and well-crafted content. I’m passionate about caring for people and communicating ideas with purpose.