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When “Good Enough” No Longer Feels Enough: What to Do Next

You know that moment when everything feels like it’s going great—you’re hitting your goals, living the life, and then, BAM! Life throws you a curveball. Whether it’s a sudden illness, a divorce, or the loss of a loved one, it shakes you to the core. You thought your life was solid, your confidence unshakable, because, hey, you were successful.

But now? The drive, the determination—it’s all gone. Those big dreams of fancy houses, shiny cars, and impressive reputations? They’ve lost their sparkle. You feel like you’re adrift, vulnerable in ways you’ve never felt before. And it’s terrifying. But here’s the twist: it’s also an opportunity. Those cracks in your protective armor? That’s where the light gets in.

These life-jarring events can be wake-up calls. If you can resist the urge to let the old, striving, materialistic parts of yourself take over again, you have a chance to explore what’s truly inside you. This is your moment to tap into your authentic self—that essence of calm, clarity, compassion, and connectedness. Listen to those parts of you that have been overshadowed for so long.

As you embrace the simple pleasures—enjoying nature, reading, engaging in creative activities, playing with friends, deepening intimacy with your partner or kids, and being of service to others—you start to realize what truly matters. You decide to change your life, making room for your true self and these newly discovered parts of you.

Here are 3 tips for navigating that journey with more ease:

  1. Embrace Vulnerability: When life shakes you up, it’s okay to feel vulnerable. It’s in these moments that we often find the deepest truths about ourselves.
  2. Discover Your True Self: Let go of the old, materialistic goals. Instead, explore what brings you genuine joy and fulfillment. Your authentic self is waiting to be uncovered.
  3. Cherish the Simple Pleasures: Happiness often lies in the simple things—nature, creativity, connection. Make space for these in your life and watch how everything changes for the better.

Stay amazing, stay true, and keep shining your light. You’ve got this.

 

 

DIVE DEEPER

Powerful business growth strategies aligned with transformative coaching is the catalyst that unlocks your self leadership, potential, confidence, clarity and ultimately growth by design.

Success isn’t a destination but a continuous and intentional evolution. Together, let’s ignite the spark that propels you and your business to the next level.

* Re-ignite your business and break free from stagnation

* Find a clear & accelerated path to growth

* Re-align your business to your deeper purpose & your authentic self


💡Imagine having a compass and a seasoned guide to navigate business plateaus. That’s exactly what I offer. Together, we co-create a roadmap to re-align your passion, purpose, and profit with who you are.


 

My clients find clarity and confidence, get unstuck, lead with intention and go from good enough to thriving, as we navigate the crossroads of your next level of personal and business growth, together.

What some clients say:

“Michela entered my chaos with direction and focus.” – Kashaun P.

“Business Strategies and Therapy meet in Michela’s coaching.” – Lili M.

“Like calling AAA for your business breakdowns.” – Regina C.

“Learned in 5 minutes what would have taken me five years.” – Megan M.

“Helps me overcome leadership blind spots and is my strategic advisor and co-pilot.” – Susana C.

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If your business has stalled or you can’t get traction, you might need a jumpstart. We’ll roll up our sleeves and articulate your vision, strategize your best way forward and create your action plan to get your business back on the momentum superhighway. Book your Session.

About Michela Quilici

Michela Quilici is an engaging professional speaker, international bestselling author, and award-winning entrepreneur. With over two decades as a Business & Leadership Coach and Consultant, she helps high-achieving leaders and business owners bridge the gap to their next level of growth—focusing on strategy, communication, and leadership.

Her mission is to ignite leaders to unlock their potential and businesses to grow. She is passionate about creating roadmaps that ignite leaders to take inspired action to navigate their growth on purpose using a soul-fed, self-led, strategy-fueled approach.

She has been featured in Forbes, USA Weekly, and Canadian Living Magazine, is a Forbes Coaches Council member, and serves as the official speaker coach for TEDx VU Amsterdam 2025. Recognized as Speaker of the Year 2025 (Business Growth & Self-Leadership), Michela delivers transformative experiences that ignite clarity, confidence, and action.