Power-Ups

So, you’ve wrestled with The Call to Adventure , found very convincing reasons to ignore it, and maybe even convinced yourself that you’re better off staying put. But adventure has a funny way of persisting . Just when you’re about to double down on hesitation, along comes The Mentor —that person (or resource) who helps you see that maybe, just maybe, you’re more ready than you think . Who (or What) is a Mentor? In stories, the mentor is often an all-knowing, wise figure —Dumbledore, Yoda, Mr. Miyagi—dropping life-changing wisdom between sips of tea. In real life? It’s a little less mystical, but just as powerful. A mentor can show up in two key ways: 👉 The Sage on the Stage – The expert, the leader, the person with decades of experience who teaches, inspires, and shows you the way. 👉 The Guide on the Side – The friend, the colleague, the coach—someone who walks alongside you , helping you navigate your next steps without standing in the spotlight. Sometimes, your mentor is a teac...