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When It Feels Heavy, Show Up Anyway

Some seasons in life and business are just… heavy.

Maybe the market feels impossible.

Maybe your business isn’t moving like it used to.

Or maybe, like me right now, you’re carrying something deeply personal — I’m preparing to send my 14-year-old son off to boarding school.

And then, of course, there are the days when the world itself feels like too much.

It’s a lot to hold.

And in moments like these, it’s easy to wonder if you’re falling behind.
If everyone else is moving faster, building more, doing better.

But here’s the truth I want you to remember:

👉 What matters is that you keep coming back — not perfectly, just consistently.

You don’t have to be your most confident self to make an impact.
You don’t have to feel unstoppable to move things forward.

What matters is that you keep showing up —

  • for your clients,
  • for your people,
  • and for the version of you who dreamed of building this life in the first place.

Because leadership isn’t about being invincible.

It’s about being willing. ✨

Willing to return again and again to what matters, even when it’s heavy.

That quiet kind of persistence is what builds something unshakable.

With you in the hard seasons,
— Lacey 💛

P.S. If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear how you’re choosing to show up when things feel heavy. And if you’re looking for support in building a sustainable business, book your free clarity call here.

About Lacey Newman

Lacey is the leading luxury listing agent in the Green Hills area, curating effective sales strategies for hundreds of clients including industry leaders, celebrities, and professional athletes. She is also the host of The American Dream: Selling Nashville where she gains national television exposure for her properties and highlights the lifestyle and culture of the Nashville community.

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