Is This Our New Reality? 6 Months Later

Is This Our New Reality? 6 Months Later

Six months in. We didn't plan on doing a look-back episode, but Terry basically volunteered the idea and we're glad he did. In this episode, we revisit some of the threads from Episode 1, what we thought this next phase of life would feel like, what it actually feels like, and the things that genuinely caught us off guard. Turns out the "every day is Saturday" concept is more complicated than it sounds. The freedom is real, but so is the disorientation that comes with losing a structure you've lived inside for decades. Evan opens up about a pressure he didn't expect, a quiet need to prove that the move abroad was worth it, and the shift that happened when he stopped asking that question. Terry shares why his biggest surprise hasn't been anything about routine or schedule. It's been how deep connections with family and friends can go when you're actually present for them. We close with a look ahead at the next six months and a call to you: if anything has shifted in your own life over the past six months, we'd love to hear about it. Thanks for being here. The blank pages are still very much being written. Contact us: hello@blankpagespod.com [hello@blankpagespod.com] Website: blankpagespod.com

Do We Really Want Different Things From Work?

Are the generations really that far apart when it comes to work? In this episode of Blank Pages, we move beyond the usual stereotypes about who works hard, who changes jobs too often, and who sees work the “right” way. Instead, we explore how the meaning of work has evolved over time, how culture and circumstances shaped what each generation thought was possible, and why people across generations may have more in common than we think. With four generations in today’s workforce, this conversation is less about who is right and more about what we can learn from one another.

Reimagining Your Comfort Zone: A Different Take on Growth

We often hear that growth comes from stepping outside our comfort zone and there's truth in that. But what if growth is also about expanding that zone over time? In this episode, we explore how comfort and growth can move together, as our sense of what feels natural, possible, and within reach evolves with us. It's a conversation about expanding your comfort zone and how growth can still feel like you.

Meaningful Connection in a Disconnected World

What does meaningful connection look like today and why does it sometimes feel harder to find? Building on our previous conversation about true belonging, we explore how relationships evolve over time and the challenges of creating deeper connections in today’s world. We talk about how generational perspectives and technology shape the way we relate to one another, and reflect on what each of us can do to build more meaningful relationships in our lives and communities.

Belonging Starts Within: From Fitting In to Showing Up

Belonging is something we all desire. But what if most of us have been thinking about it backwards? In this episode of Blank Pages, we explore the difference between fitting in and truly belonging. Through personal stories and lessons learned over time, we unpack how the pressure to be accepted can quietly pull us away from who we really are. The conversation moves from childhood experiences to adult relationships, from Brené Brown’s idea of “true belonging” to the challenges of living in a world where fear and division make connection harder than ever. Along the way, we explore how belonging isn’t about finding the right group first, but about being comfortable enough with yourself to show up authentically with others.