💕 From Wisconsin to Indianapolis: The Road to the Next Level (Literally)
Growing up, my family would pack up the car in Wisconsin and drive five hours to my grandma’s house in Indianapolis. We’ve done it my whole life — same route, same snacks, same “Are we there yet?” energy. Nothing ever really changed. It was like going back in time — the same farm fields, the same cozy Midwest small talk, and people who still think traveling outside a 10-mile radius requires a passport and a prayer. Think Leslie Knope from Parks and Rec… but multiply her by an entire state. 🧇🚗 Fast forward to now: I’m living in London, traveling with a six-month-old baby, a slightly frazzled mom, and a nervous system that’s still in recovery mode. And this time, we did something unthinkable. We hired a driver. 🚘💅 To my mom, this was the end of all logic. In her words: “Common sense has left the chat.” To me, it was: “Maybe this is what the next level looks like.” Because sure — driving ourselves would’ve been cheaper. But it would’ve cost us our peace, patience, and probably a few emotional meltdowns. Flying with a baby? Chaos. Private jet? A fantasy. Driver? Surprisingly… divine. Everyone arrived calm, fed, and actually happy. It was the most peaceful five-hour trip we’ve ever had. That’s when it hit me — You don’t know the next level until you live the next level. Sometimes, the upgrade isn’t about luxury — It’s about allowing yourself to experience ease. Maybe “common sense” is just code for “the way we’ve always done it.” And maybe the next level requires you to do the uncommon thing — the thing that feels extra but saves your energy, your peace, and your sanity. So yes, maybe common sense left the chat… but so did my stress. 🕊️ 💡 Takeaway: You can’t think your way into a new way of living — you can only live your way into it. ✨ Your turn: What’s one thing you did that wasn’t your “common sense” norm — but totally changed your life, your mood, or your peace of mind? Drop it below like it’s your secret hack 👇💬