Why not you?

When Anne Taylor Hartzell’s daughter left for college, she found herself in the quiet aftermath of empty nest grief. But instead of staying stuck, Anne chose to ask a life-changing question: “Why not us?” That single nudge sparked a profound journey—selling the family home of 17 years, moving to a lakeside retreat, launching a podcast, and eventually writing a powerful new book: All Who Wander: A Guide to Finding Your Path in Seasons of Change.

In this encouraging episode, Anne shares how grief can become a gateway to growth, and how getting quiet can help us hear the wisdom within. With grace, humor, and vulnerability, she breaks down her 5-step framework for navigating life’s transitions—whether you’re a midlife explorer, a new graduate, an empty nester, or someone standing at a major crossroads.

What you'll hear in this episode:

• How to reframe fear as curiosity and take your next brave step
• Why transitions feel isolating—and how to reach for connection instead
• How synchronicities show up when you start saying yes to possibility
• The difference between adventure-seeking and life-leaping
• What writing her book taught Anne about vulnerability and courage

Anne reminds us: adventure doesn’t require a passport or a perfect plan—just the willingness to listen for what’s next and say yes, even when it feels uncertain.

Grab her new book All Who Wander wherever books are sold, and explore free resources at annetaylorhartzell.com.

Tune in and be inspired to embrace the unknown—and discover the path that’s been waiting for you all along.

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