What if the real reason you feel stuck isn't because you're doing the wrong things—but because you're doing them out of alignment? In this honest, soul-stirring conversation between two friends, , you'll hear a host Lisa McGuire sits down with Elaine Acker, an accomplished journalist, publisher, and entrepreneur turned college English professor. On paper, Elaine had it all. But under the surface, something was missing. When Lisa first invited Elaine to join her Freedom Reset program, Elaine hesitated. Like many of us, she felt like working on herself was a luxury she hadn't earned. Too much to do. Too many people were depending on her. Not the right time. But in the space between "I'm too busy" and "What if I love it?", Elaine found her answer. Within just six weeks of saying "yes," she discovered a forgotten passion for teaching, applied for a position that aligned with her gifts, and accepted a job offer that would reshape her life. And the best part is she didn't burn it all down. She simply realigned. People around her noticed the difference and commented about how happy she appeared to be. This episode is a gentle nudge for those who are secretly craving change but don't know where to begin. You don't need a full-blown reinvention. You just need to stop betraying the part of you that knows something is missing. What You'll Discover in This Episode: On Getting Started: Why working on yourself isn't selfish—it's the most strategic thing you can do. The hesitation Elaine felt, and the unexpected moment that changed her mind. On the Realignment Process: The difference between reinvention and realignment—and why that distinction matters. What it feels like to make decisions from clarity instead of fear. 🚀 On Life After the Program: How Elaine transformed an insight into a decision that made her love getting out of bed again. The one simple daily habit that keeps anxiety at bay. The life-changing question that put everything in perspective. How Elaine started trusting her body's response as a decision-making tool. About Elaine Acker Elaine Acker is a self-proclaimed word nerd, English professor, ghostwriter, and cookbook publisher. Whether she's helping clients preserve family legacies through food or coaching authors through their first manuscript, Elaine proves that fulfillment doesn't require a fresh start—just a realigned path. If Elaine's Story Resonates With You… You might be wildly successful on paper… and still feel like something's off. You might tell yourself, "Now's not the time"—even though nothing feels right. You might think you need clarity. But what you really need is a starting point. That's what the Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment offers. About the Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment Program A neuroscience-backed, multi-layered 75-day group experience for leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives who are: Tired of being "busy" without feeling fulfilled Ready to stop second-guessing every decision Craving quiet clarity instead of chaotic change Not interested in talk therapy—but ready for transformation What's Included: Daily support inside a private, low-noise community Weekly, flexible on-demand video lessons 30-minute live group coaching sessions (recordings available) Real-time coaching with Lisa for 75 days One-year access to future cohorts Built for real people with real lives—not just high performers in Fortune 50 boardrooms. Enrollment is now open for the next cohort starting late October. Learn more and register here: https://go.lisamcguire.com/freedom-reset Final Thought from Lisa: You don't need a five-year plan. You don't need permission. You just need to stop betraying the part of you that knows something is missing. Say yes to that whisper. Realign your life—and like Elaine, you just might fall in love with it again. CONNECT WITH ELAINELinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaineacker/ Instagram Profile: @elaine_acker_writes Website: https://www.sparx360.com/ CONNECT WITH LISA Register for the Beyond the Transaction Mastermind - Apply to join the group: https://beyondthetransactionmm.com/register Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment Register: https://go.lisamcguire.com/freedom-reset Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155 Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/ LET'S GET SOCIAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamlisamcguire/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamlisamcguire LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@iamlisamcguire/videos

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