Watching a group of kids drop their cool and leap into laughter reminded me of what we’ve all forgotten, joy isn’t optional. It’s the foundation of true leadership.

When someone thanks me, I don’t just hear words—I feel the reflection of energy I poured into them. And that’s the fuel that keeps me showing up.

My dad was a man of honor and quiet wisdom. He taught me to notice, to question, to lead with patience—and to do the work of becoming myself.

You knew her once–the wild one, the dreamer, the you before the world told you who to be. She’s still in there. And she’s waiting for you.

You’re worried AI will replace everything—but here’s the truth: The human soul can’t be outsourced. Your influence, your presence, your connection matters.

You weren’t meant to stay stuck. Cosmic events shake things loose for a reason. It’s time to stop blaming and start becoming—one imperfect action at a time.

We’re all just practicing—learning through late nights, leadership lessons, and messy middle moments. Keep rising. Your people need the real you.

What if the answers you’re chasing aren't on your screen—but in the stillness of a moonlit moment? In this soulful reflection, Julie Stenberg invites you to trade certainty for wonder, reminding us that intuition, mystery, and presence might be the greatest leadership tools of all.