Episode 141: Celebrating 3 Years of The Tillage Podcast: Why Looking Back Matters
It’s hard to believe that The Tillage Podcast is three years old and has been going for141 episodes strong! In this special episode, I’m reflecting on what it really means to pause, look back, and honor the journey. Too often, we rush forward without noticing how much we’ve grown or what we’ve learned along the way.
Why Looking Back Matters
Reflection gives us perspective. By reviewing the past three years, I’ve noticed patterns in my creative energy, uncovered lessons from both the highs and the burnout seasons, and gained clarity on what’s been working and what needs to shift. This process isn’t about nostalgia; it’s about gathering data from your own journey so you can move forward with wisdom and intention.
Lessons in Growth and Change
Together, we’ll talk about self-awareness, clarity, and how our hopes and desires evolve over time. I’ll share candidly about the moments of doubt and thoughts like “Does this even matter?”and the surprising encouragement that comes from remembering your why. We’ll also touch on the invisible impact of our work and the truth that sometimes we may never know how deeply our creativity touches others.
An Invitation to Relfect
Whether you’ve been here since episode one or are just joining me now, this milestone is really an invitation for you too. Take a moment to look back at your own creative or business journey. What patterns do you see? What’s working? What needs to change? And how have your hopes shifted along the way? You might be surprised by how much perspective you gain.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Looking back is powerful. Reflection helps us become more self-aware, notice patterns, and better understand our creative and business decisions.
Patterns reveal lessons. Recognizing cycles of energy, burnout, or self-doubt gives us data we can use to make better choices moving forward.
Clarity comes from reflection. Reviewing what’s working (and what isn’t) allows us to adjust and refine how we show up in our business and creativity.
Hopes and desires shift. What motivated us at the beginning may evolve over time—and that’s a healthy sign of growth.
Impact isn’t always visible. Seeds we plant in our creative work often bloom unseen, reminding us to trust the process even when feedback is scarce.
Gratitude fuels the journey. Pausing to acknowledge how far you’ve come—and the people who’ve supported you—creates energy and encouragement for what’s next.
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