Hello and welcome to my new blog!

This is my space for reflecting and sharing about life in the “work-adjacent” zone. I’m recently laid off, but definitely not out of ideas! After a decade of meaningful roles with one organization, I’m taking this unexpected pause as a chance to look inward, recharge, and figure out what’s next.

I love writing and want to keep myself sharp as I take this break, so I’m challenging myself with prompts and mini assignments, some of which I’ll share here. I’ll also write about personal growth, navigating identity beyond job titles, and puppy pictures. If you’re in a similar place or just curious about the journey, I’m glad you’re here and sincerely hope you’ll connect with me!

I’d love to chat! Send me a message on LinkedIn or at maianna1986@gmail.com