Dear Suzy, I took the leap two years ago when I quit my successful job as a legislative advisor in Buenos Aires and joined my daughter in Paris, where she was studying, to live my own literary adventure. I also took the leap in 1993, when I moved to London with my English boyfriend. We had a daughter, but the relationship ended abruptly when he decided to leave me while I was in Argentina after my father's death. It took me almost 20 years to get the courage to go back to London. It was 2014. The plan was a two-week visit, but I stayed for almost three months. It was on that trip that I discovered Psychologies magazine, and I became addicted. After that trip, I went back to London very often, and the first thing I did was to buy the magazine. I still do, but I haven’t enjoyed it that much lately. Today, I learned that you were the editor of the magazine until 2021. Now I understand. The magazine is not the same without you! Happy to have found you in Substack!
How fantastic to connect here!!! And thank you for your beautiful words about Psychologies - just the best magazine ever. I was there for 8 years and it was so lovely - my work family were my dearest friends. I miss them. But happy to be rebuilding here on substack. x
What a life Suzy! And a brave move. I’m looking to start again - again! In a new place in the next couple of years when my daughter goes off to uni. I’m still chewing it over but I am nervous!
Hi Suzy, lovely to see that you're back with a newsletter. I've left London too and moved to the sea (folkestone) and also retrained as a psychotherapist. You can have adventures after 50!
That would be amazing, I saw your interview with James Sills and was thinking about how learning/studying makes me happy and fulfils so many human needs.
My three year old granddaughter makes my heart leap. Anna was diagnosed with Autism last year and things have not been easy for her, but she is the most beautiful and happy soul. She begins her school journey in September after we found the perfect school who were able to support her needs. We take each big step as it comes and we as a family mam, dad, big brother and grandparents will do our best to support her.
Aah Suzy this speaks to me in so many ways. A couple of years ago I 'leapt' away from my career as an air traffic controller, sold my house, and after 2 decades in a high flying career in aviation which was sheared with the tragic death of my brother, and then my dad, I found my peace. Life is still busy as a parent to two teenage daughters, but I now quietly run my own business - at my pace - and have just finished my first book. My leap was metaphoric and physical and I also found the cold water at the same time, and it has been such a transformative force in my life. I'm delighted to be in this community x
Wow, that's quite a journey. I'm so sorry to hear about your brother and dad . What's your business and what's your book abut? Welcome to The Heart Leap Club.
I'm so pleased to be here. My business is a coaching business, but the books are my priority at the moment! Women and water is the first one, and the second one is about shared storytelling and tea... Thinking I might now start a substack to start talking about it all!
It might sound small but this Friday I am going to ask my manager if I can condense my hours into four days. I’ve been working Monday - Friday for nearly two years now with two toddlers to look after and I crave space to explore what my life leaps will be! Painting and jewellery making on my day off perhaps!! I absolutely love my job so my leaps will be around it if that makes sense 😊xx
Working and looking after our children - it's hard work. So to carve time for you will be fantastic. The painting you gave me has made it to my apartment in Alnwick and I love it. You are such a talented painter. Jewellery? Yes, I'd love to see that.
I don't know about leap for me. Recently widowed, after my last career change - five year stretch as unpaid caregiver - it feels more like the road I was on for a very long time has run out, and now I'm in a completely different world where I'm not even sure that they have roads. Or leaps. Perhaps I am starting something new in the same sense that one wakes up from a vivid dream, not being sure whether that was reality, but knowing that it's time for this version in any case.
This so resonates with me. I’m glad I woke up at 4.45 this morning to see your invitation to write at 9am… I’ve been studying personal development for 30 years and finished my psychotherapist training in 2000 and became a coach after that… I’ve always wanted to be a writer, ever since I was 12… I’ve joined this sub stack to give myself space to write and to be inspired. Thankyou…
I am just about to make a leap out of education, where I have spent 25 years inspiring the minds of young people. I am scared but I know it's the right thing to do. Your story has given me confirmation that I am doing the right thing ❤️
What are you leaping to? Do you know what the next step is for you? It's great to have a vision or maybe just a scrap of an idea of what it might look like for you. Read John William's interview here. I took his advice and started a couple of 'play projects' which has actually led to this blog...
Aw thanks Suzy, you gave me the confidence to paint again and I definitely don’t want to lose that! I’ll send you a pic of the necklace I made from my nannas old beads 😊 anything that is creative I’ll do!! Alnwick looks like such a beautiful place!
Dear Suzy, I took the leap two years ago when I quit my successful job as a legislative advisor in Buenos Aires and joined my daughter in Paris, where she was studying, to live my own literary adventure. I also took the leap in 1993, when I moved to London with my English boyfriend. We had a daughter, but the relationship ended abruptly when he decided to leave me while I was in Argentina after my father's death. It took me almost 20 years to get the courage to go back to London. It was 2014. The plan was a two-week visit, but I stayed for almost three months. It was on that trip that I discovered Psychologies magazine, and I became addicted. After that trip, I went back to London very often, and the first thing I did was to buy the magazine. I still do, but I haven’t enjoyed it that much lately. Today, I learned that you were the editor of the magazine until 2021. Now I understand. The magazine is not the same without you! Happy to have found you in Substack!
How fantastic to connect here!!! And thank you for your beautiful words about Psychologies - just the best magazine ever. I was there for 8 years and it was so lovely - my work family were my dearest friends. I miss them. But happy to be rebuilding here on substack. x
What a life Suzy! And a brave move. I’m looking to start again - again! In a new place in the next couple of years when my daughter goes off to uni. I’m still chewing it over but I am nervous!
yes, it definitely scary. And it takes a while to build up a new community of friends. Where do you want to go?
Wow!!
It is serendipitous that I sat down to have a quick scan of Notes and saw Claire's post 💖
Love love your article!
I am in!!
Currently in what I call my 'Third Act'
Newbie writer. Life through a kindness Lens. Helping people be well - so they can thrive now and as we hurtle towards the future 🙏
Hi Suzy, lovely to see that you're back with a newsletter. I've left London too and moved to the sea (folkestone) and also retrained as a psychotherapist. You can have adventures after 50!
wow, that's fantastic, Paula. I should interview you. x
That would be amazing, I saw your interview with James Sills and was thinking about how learning/studying makes me happy and fulfils so many human needs.
Wow, 🤩 I’m hooked already
You can do anything
Business= ick
I like it
brilliant - welcome to Heart Leap!
Very inspiring, thanks Suzy!
My three year old granddaughter makes my heart leap. Anna was diagnosed with Autism last year and things have not been easy for her, but she is the most beautiful and happy soul. She begins her school journey in September after we found the perfect school who were able to support her needs. We take each big step as it comes and we as a family mam, dad, big brother and grandparents will do our best to support her.
A beautiful, happy soul! I'm so glad you've found a good school that can support her. Bliss to have a granddaughter who makes your heart leap.
Aah Suzy this speaks to me in so many ways. A couple of years ago I 'leapt' away from my career as an air traffic controller, sold my house, and after 2 decades in a high flying career in aviation which was sheared with the tragic death of my brother, and then my dad, I found my peace. Life is still busy as a parent to two teenage daughters, but I now quietly run my own business - at my pace - and have just finished my first book. My leap was metaphoric and physical and I also found the cold water at the same time, and it has been such a transformative force in my life. I'm delighted to be in this community x
Wow, that's quite a journey. I'm so sorry to hear about your brother and dad . What's your business and what's your book abut? Welcome to The Heart Leap Club.
I'm so pleased to be here. My business is a coaching business, but the books are my priority at the moment! Women and water is the first one, and the second one is about shared storytelling and tea... Thinking I might now start a substack to start talking about it all!
How wonderful!!! Is your book on Amazon? I’d love to read about cold water ?!
Oh thanks so much! It’s not out yet - the whole publishing process is just so slow!! I do updates on my Substack so you can follow progress there 🥰
It might sound small but this Friday I am going to ask my manager if I can condense my hours into four days. I’ve been working Monday - Friday for nearly two years now with two toddlers to look after and I crave space to explore what my life leaps will be! Painting and jewellery making on my day off perhaps!! I absolutely love my job so my leaps will be around it if that makes sense 😊xx
Working and looking after our children - it's hard work. So to carve time for you will be fantastic. The painting you gave me has made it to my apartment in Alnwick and I love it. You are such a talented painter. Jewellery? Yes, I'd love to see that.
Lovely ❤️ (and so sorry for your losses) x
Thank you Eve and thank you for subscribing x
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous. Love the 'silent sky'. So sorry about your friend x
I don't know about leap for me. Recently widowed, after my last career change - five year stretch as unpaid caregiver - it feels more like the road I was on for a very long time has run out, and now I'm in a completely different world where I'm not even sure that they have roads. Or leaps. Perhaps I am starting something new in the same sense that one wakes up from a vivid dream, not being sure whether that was reality, but knowing that it's time for this version in any case.
Baby steps? I'm a great believer in baby steps. I'm sorry for your loss. You are grieving so give yourself time and space to get your energy back.
Strongs John. It can't be easy but i guess there is only 1 way, and that is forward..
This so resonates with me. I’m glad I woke up at 4.45 this morning to see your invitation to write at 9am… I’ve been studying personal development for 30 years and finished my psychotherapist training in 2000 and became a coach after that… I’ve always wanted to be a writer, ever since I was 12… I’ve joined this sub stack to give myself space to write and to be inspired. Thankyou…
That's wonderful Maxine, I'm so glad you're joining us. See you at 9am. x
I’m having a problem finding the zoom link?!?
So glad you joined us. x
I am just about to make a leap out of education, where I have spent 25 years inspiring the minds of young people. I am scared but I know it's the right thing to do. Your story has given me confirmation that I am doing the right thing ❤️
What are you leaping to? Do you know what the next step is for you? It's great to have a vision or maybe just a scrap of an idea of what it might look like for you. Read John William's interview here. I took his advice and started a couple of 'play projects' which has actually led to this blog...
Aw thanks Suzy, you gave me the confidence to paint again and I definitely don’t want to lose that! I’ll send you a pic of the necklace I made from my nannas old beads 😊 anything that is creative I’ll do!! Alnwick looks like such a beautiful place!
Quite the journey Suzy, your story has always inspired me, and looking forward to reading more 🥰, Juliet x
I have a place to settle now. What shall we create next?
I’m leaping! Downsizing my life to move out of perpetual overwhelm and toward retirement!! So happy to share your journey.
It’s a joyous, brilliant, and challenging journey!