The Playbook
Chapter 1:
The Opening Drive
The Focus: Immediate Survival
In the first days of a difficult transition, the goal isn't to thrive; it's to remain steady. This stage of the playbook is designed to help you strip away the secondary and focus solely on what is required to get through the next 48 hours with your dignity and health intact.
The Plays
The technicalities of survival often come down to simple, repeatable actions. These numbered plays are designed to provide structure when the world feels shapeless. Practice them daily to stay grounded.
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Play One: The Digital Pocket Brain.
Open your Notes app on your phone and create two note pages.
Page one: type out every single question for the medical team. Nothing is too small or too "silly" here.
Page two: Start a continuous journal of your feelings. Put down anything that made you smile, note every raw emotion and feeling. Take it from me, it is so much better to get these thoughts out of your head and "down on paper".Â
Pro-tip: Date each entry to see how far you have come.
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Play Three: Welcome To The Team
In the initial rush of a difficult season, information can become overwhelming. Give yourself permission to tune out non-essential voices, news, and digital clutter. Focus your attention solely on what is true, what is helpful, and what requires your immediate action today.
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Rest as Resistance
In the noise of a hard season, quiet is the ultimate tool. Choosing to rest isn't walking away; it's the intentional act of replenishing your capacity so you can continue the drive tomorrow. Let the world wait for an hour while you find your breath.