The Messy Middle: Where the Magic Actually Happens

We all love a good “before and after” story—the big wins, the glossy highlights, the polished endings. But what about everything in between? In this episode of She Has The Audacity, I’m pulling back the curtain on the part no one talks about enough: the messy middle—that awkward, unpredictable, unglamorous space between setting a goal and achieving it. Whether you’re building a business, raising a family, or chasing a personal dream, the messy middle is where most of us spend the majority of our time. It’s where resilience is built, where self-trust is forged, and where the life you’re dreaming of is actually taking shape—one imperfect, beautiful step at a time. With honesty, warmth, and a dose of tough love, I share why this “in-between” season matters more than the finish line, and how you can stop deferring joy until you “arrive.” Because you’re not on your way to becoming enough—you are enough right now. Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode: ✨ Why the messy middle is the main event ✨ How to stop defining success only by metrics ✨ Micro-moments of joy—why they matter now ✨ Holding the paradox of wanting more and being grateful now ✨ Making decisions from your values, not your fears   If you’ve been feeling stuck in the in-between, like you’re not “there” yet or you’re failing at both business and life, this episode is your reminder: this is not wasted time. This is where the magic happens. 🎧 Listen Now! [Insert episode link here] Let’s connect: 📱 Instagram: @chanarosspt 🌍 Website: chanaross.com If this episode resonated, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share it with a friend who might need this reminder too.   ✨ WORK WITH CHANA ROSS! ✨   Are you an ambitious woman who is a leader at work, at home or in the community and you are looking for support with overcoming perfectionism, determining your next right step, overcoming self-doubt and learning to advocate for yourself and fall in love with the next version of you? Chana can help you anywhere in the world through coaching. Visit chanaross.com to learn more.   Download Chana’s FREE Time Audit Guide to start creating more time and freedom in your life today! – chanaross.com/timeaudit