The Courageous Pivot
The Courageous Pivot
Episode 006: Why Not Knowing Is Exactly Where You Need to Be
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Episode 006: Why Not Knowing Is Exactly Where You Need to Be

What if the most productive thing you could do right now is absolutely nothing?

In this essential episode, I explore the sacred space between hearing your heart’s whisper and knowing your next move—that uncomfortable liminal zone where transformation actually happens.

Drawing from my own two-year journey in the “fertile void” after scaling down my successful business, I reveal why rushing to fill uncertainty might be robbing you of your most profound pivot.

I share practical wisdom on creating intentional space, grieving old identities, and trusting life’s timeline over your own agenda.

If you’re caught between what was and what could be, feeling pressure to have it all figured out, or struggling with the discomfort of not knowing, this episode offers a radical reframe: the unknown isn’t empty—it’s full of potential.

Essential listening for anyone in transition who needs permission to trust the process and stop forcing clarity before it’s ready.

Covered In This Episode

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • Not knowing is a necessary part of any creative cycle.

  • The “fertile void” is where hidden growth begins to stir.

  • Slowing down creates space for true clarity to emerge.

  • Overfilling your calendar is often a way to avoid deeper work.

  • Your worth isn’t defined by constant productivity.

  • Sitting in uncertainty can feel uncomfortable—and transformational.

  • When you rush clarity, you risk planting seeds in the wrong soil.

  • Letting go of who you were can open the door to who you’re becoming.

  • Trusting the unknown is the first step toward aligned action.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Course Offerings
01:07 Welcome to the Courageous Pivot Podcast
02:16 Exploring the Concept of Uncertainty
04:43 Meghan’s Personal Pivot Journey
09:03 Embracing the Unknown
11:52 Practical Tips for Navigating the In-Between
15:51 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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