Constructing The Life You Want By Leveraging The Life You Have with Mika Kinney (HHR EP027)

"Failing, I don't believe in it. Failing gets you where you want to go faster. You learn twice as much in half the time."- Mika Kinney

SUMMARY (AI ASSISTED)

Are you longing to construct the life you truly want, leveraging what you have? Let's dive into the insightful discussion with Micah Kinney about unleashing your potential and crafting the life you desire.

Mika Kinney, a civil engineer by day and the founder of Joy to the Food, shares her journey of establishing a joyful food blog with her husband outside their day jobs. Their story began with a simple question on creating flexibility in their lifestyle, leading them to discover a passion for cooking and blogging.

Many individuals, like Mika, find themselves yearning for new paths or lifestyles that better suit their evolving desires. Embracing adaptability and recognizing the ever-changing nature of passions and life seasons are crucial steps in the quest for fulfillment.

In the pursuit of creating the life you envision, it's essential to tap into your existing skill set and the resources available to you. By leveraging your current circumstances and skills, you can take tangible steps towards your goals and navigate the journey to the life you aspire to lead.

The journey of self-discovery often involves identifying and honing your strengths. Mika emphasizes the importance of listening to external feedback to uncover hidden talents and areas where you excel. By acknowledging and nurturing your talents, you can pave the way for a fulfilling and purpose-driven path.

As more women embark on career shifts or life transformations, the concept of pivoting becomes increasingly relevant. Building confidence, embracing the possibility of setbacks as valuable lessons, and seeking support from those who believe in you are key elements in successfully navigating transitions and pursuing new endeavors.

Ultimately, Mika encourages embracing change, accepting the potential for setbacks, and leveraging existing skills and resources to forge the life you desire. By recognizing the value of adaptability, self-discovery, and perseverance, you can embark on a transformative journey towards a more fulfilling and enriching life.

If you resonate with Mika's insights and are inspired to embark on your path of self-discovery and transformation, consider reaching out to explore further resources and guidance on crafting the life you desire.

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Mika Kinney is one of the founders of Joy to the Food, a food blog that is all about making the kitchen joyful, not stressful! Mika's passion for cooking began at a young age when she could be found rummaging the kitchen for spices and utensils to make whatever her brain had dreamt up that day. Mika later became a civil engineer and currently manages multi-million dollar road construction projects as well as her food blog. Mika has been nominated for Top Women in Construction for 2023 and will be featured in the April issue of Twin Cities Business Notable Women in STEM. While construction is an everyday challenge that she very much enjoys, she pursues her creative endeavors through Joy to the Food while simultaneously tackling the challenge of both being the outlier female in one industry while being a female in a sea of other badass and supportive females in another industry.

GUEST LINKS

SOCIAL:

http://instagram.com/_joytothefood_/ 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX1joID25nSKw7ZYgFHHgLw 
http://pintrest.com/joytothefood 

WEBSITE: https://joytothefood.com/ 

LIST: https://joytothefood.com/subscribe/ 

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