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The Midlife Shift: How I Left the Rat Race and Found Myself
After a devastating family tragedy, I was forced to reexamine my life. Six surprising catalysts helped me rethink my whole life plan. These came from a wide range of sources—from Leo Tolstoy’s seminal classic The Death of Ivan Ilyich to Brené Brown’s TED Talk on Vulnerability.
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I write a weekly newsletter.
My newsletter delivers curated tips, empowering strategies, and exclusive content to enrich your personal and professional growth.
I write books.
Guiding midlife professionals through their transformative shift, offering strategies for growth and renewed purpose.
I lead workshops.
During workshops, attendees break through ruts and emerge transformed, experiencing profound personal and professional growth.
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"Mo shares his transformative journey, overcoming self-imposed obstacles to awaken to a more fulfilling life. Drawing parallels to a Tolstoy character's existential crisis, he reflects on his own 'sleepwalking' existence, living according to others' plans…"
-Laurie P
"This book stands out in the self-help genre, guiding readers through self-discovery with sections on Awakening, Doing the Work, and Guidespots. What struck me most was the emphasis on vulnerability, resonating deeply as we all navigate life's crossroads…"
-Allison D.
“'The Shift' by Mo Issa is more than a self-help book; it's a transformative journey. Overcoming personal and professional tragedies, Issa discovered six life-enriching gifts, transforming them into lessons for us..."
-Jengle
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