I tried to explain this new stage to people I was feeling into words but could never get it right, but you said it all, "growing out of old dreams, releasing roles, or whispering truths that feel inconvenient" this must definitely be a right of passage of some sort because so many people are in this state of growth and it feels soo good! Welcome Home Necole, you were missed!!!
I agree on the right of passage! This stage is very beautiful and also very awkward. It's hard to recognize anything that's in my life right now because everything has changed so much. I'm willing to navigate it out loud though! Thank you so much for the kind words.
I have followed you through many of your public transitions and what inspires me is that you’re willing to continue to respond to the hard questions in different seasons of your life . Keep shining !
Necole, you’re one of just a handful of women whose journey I’ve quietly followed over the years. I’ve been watching from afar, across all your platforms, as you’ve moved through different seasons of life. Each transition, each evolution, has deeply resonated with me. I recently wrote about setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath, so this post truly hit home. I’m so glad to see you writing here again—I’ve missed your voice and can’t wait to read more.
"Setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath" - I love that! That's exactly where I am currently. I appreciate your support through my many transitions. It has inspired me to write more as I navigate my way through this thing we call life as our shared stories it's the thread that connects us in a world that fills very disconnected.
THIS!!! “… setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath!” Perfect summation! *exhale* THIS! THIS! THIS!! Can you please tell me the name of the post, so I can read it?
I felt this at a deeper level. I entered this year knowing I wanted less people to have access to me. I didn't want to be seen because i've been misunderstood by people who had no idea who I was and after a while it becomes soul exhausting. I no longer keep up, I no longer know what's going on. Tiktok is my bridge to the world and I think the collective as a whole is just moving away from means that are preventing us from being present and private.
This is so beautiful and relatable to so many of us. The internal glow up you reference is the most peaceful moment for us but it takes time, experience and maturity. I used to be in media for many years and it was a big part of my identity. When I left because I was exhausted and things were just changing, I grieved that life for awhile, but then something started to happen to me, opportunities that were completely new were coming to be and tapping into a side of me that I had not nourished. Now I’m at peace with the woman I’ve become and becoming because I feel that with every stage of life you shed an older version of you.
I was a consumer and marketer during your entertainment days and to see how you’ve pivoted is inspiring to everyone. Keep showing up in what ever version and season of you that you’re in!!
What a blessing that for allows us to experience life in this way ✨🫶🏾
Absolutely loved reading this, Necole. The honesty in your reflection is so deeply felt. It’s a relief to see someone say out loud that quieter seasons can be just as meaningful, maybe even more so. I relate to the tension between what success used to mean and what it means now. Peace, purpose, and small joys are underrated. Thank you for sharing the “uncurated” version; it’s really powerful.
I tried to explain this new stage to people I was feeling into words but could never get it right, but you said it all, "growing out of old dreams, releasing roles, or whispering truths that feel inconvenient" this must definitely be a right of passage of some sort because so many people are in this state of growth and it feels soo good! Welcome Home Necole, you were missed!!!
I agree on the right of passage! This stage is very beautiful and also very awkward. It's hard to recognize anything that's in my life right now because everything has changed so much. I'm willing to navigate it out loud though! Thank you so much for the kind words.
Really enjoyed this! Raw and vulnerable.
Thank you for reading!
So good and so aligned with my own transformation. Yesss to the quiet life, true self care and leisure reading!! 💛
Good health, less stress, nervous system at rest, what more could I ask for :)
This was beautiful and raw and felt. I resonated with this deeply. And it’s a beautiful insight. Thank you for sharing.
I love this! I've pivoted so much in life that I have felt all of this, and currently still do about various things mentioned. 🥴💝
I have followed you through many of your public transitions and what inspires me is that you’re willing to continue to respond to the hard questions in different seasons of your life . Keep shining !
Necole, you’re one of just a handful of women whose journey I’ve quietly followed over the years. I’ve been watching from afar, across all your platforms, as you’ve moved through different seasons of life. Each transition, each evolution, has deeply resonated with me. I recently wrote about setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath, so this post truly hit home. I’m so glad to see you writing here again—I’ve missed your voice and can’t wait to read more.
"Setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath" - I love that! That's exactly where I am currently. I appreciate your support through my many transitions. It has inspired me to write more as I navigate my way through this thing we call life as our shared stories it's the thread that connects us in a world that fills very disconnected.
THIS!!! “… setting fire to my old life and surviving the aftermath!” Perfect summation! *exhale* THIS! THIS! THIS!! Can you please tell me the name of the post, so I can read it?
Hey Dewette, you can read the post here: https://thelifeoflin.substack.com/p/i-set-fire-to-my-old-life-and-survived
Thanks so much for sharing! I really enjoyed it & identified with every word you wrote. Well done!
I felt this at a deeper level. I entered this year knowing I wanted less people to have access to me. I didn't want to be seen because i've been misunderstood by people who had no idea who I was and after a while it becomes soul exhausting. I no longer keep up, I no longer know what's going on. Tiktok is my bridge to the world and I think the collective as a whole is just moving away from means that are preventing us from being present and private.
This is beautiful, Necole! I’m glad you’re becoming your own safe, soft place! You deserve the peace & ease you seek. I pray this for all of us.
This was beautifully written so many times we've landed in that place and couldn't speak it out loud.
The small realizations.
Been following you for so long…..and this article of truth + authenticity is definitely one of my top 3 things I’ve read from you…..🩷
You’re so strong + I’m very proud of you—not knowing you in a personal capacity.
I wish you really deep joy.
Check out my page ! Writing more and growing as I go
Yes.
This is so beautiful and relatable to so many of us. The internal glow up you reference is the most peaceful moment for us but it takes time, experience and maturity. I used to be in media for many years and it was a big part of my identity. When I left because I was exhausted and things were just changing, I grieved that life for awhile, but then something started to happen to me, opportunities that were completely new were coming to be and tapping into a side of me that I had not nourished. Now I’m at peace with the woman I’ve become and becoming because I feel that with every stage of life you shed an older version of you.
I was a consumer and marketer during your entertainment days and to see how you’ve pivoted is inspiring to everyone. Keep showing up in what ever version and season of you that you’re in!!
What a blessing that for allows us to experience life in this way ✨🫶🏾
Absolutely loved reading this, Necole. The honesty in your reflection is so deeply felt. It’s a relief to see someone say out loud that quieter seasons can be just as meaningful, maybe even more so. I relate to the tension between what success used to mean and what it means now. Peace, purpose, and small joys are underrated. Thank you for sharing the “uncurated” version; it’s really powerful.