The Fulfilled Leader with Jean Balfour · 2026-04-27 · 20 min
Have you been feeling stuck, lost, or uncertain about what comes next in your work or career? You're not alone - and there's a name for what you're experiencing. In this episode, Jean shares her own journey through what Jim Collins calls the fog - the disorienting period that follows a significant life or career change. Honest, personal, and at moments quite extraordinary, this is a conversation about resilience, trust, and the quiet process of emergence. Jean draws on ideas from Jim Collins, William Bridges, Martha Beck, and Lisa Miller, and shares a remarkable real-life experience of synchronicity that helped her find clarity. You'll also find practical tools to help you navigate your own fog - including reflection prompts, small steps to take, and questions worth sitting with. Books mentioned: What Makes a Life - Jim Collins Managing Transitions - William Bridges The Way of Integrity - Martha Beck The Awakened Brain - Dr Lisa Miller The Happiness Trap - Russ Harris Find the full article + journalling prompts: jeanbalfour.substack.com Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: Learn more about my work: Linkedin:
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