Ever feel like your remote work life is a little... lonely?

Well, it’s time to flip the script. This week, we’re diving into the concept of Sovereignty—the ultimate power to design your life on your own terms.

As a remote worker, YOU get to decide how your career, schedule, and personal life unfold. If loneliness has been sneaking in, it’s a clear sign: it’s time to take ownership, tap into your personal power, and create the life that makes you thrive.

Ready to own your journey and design a life that fuels your passion? Let’s do this.

— Shellie Sullivan, Sarah Leslie and Ric Pratte

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SOVEREIGNTY

Sovereignty as a Remote Worker: Claim Your Power, Own Your Life

Sovereignty is more than a buzzword—it's a lifeline for remote workers. I learned this the hard way, after years of being a burnout-chasing workaholic who mistook constant hustle for success.

My turning point came when a friend asked me to write about workaholism. Really? That is what you want me to contribute to your book? OUCH! It was a wake-up call. I realized I was sacrificing my health, relationships, and mental peace for an illusion of achievement. I was living on autopilot, not truly thriving.

This caused me to take a deep look at my work-life. In this deep dive, I discovered what sovereignty really means: designing a life where work serves you, not the other way around. It's about choosing to prioritize your well-being and creating a lifestyle that aligns with your true goals.

For remote workers, sovereignty starts with radical self-awareness. Ask yourself: What does success look like beyond completed tasks? What's your ideal life-work balance? When you take ownership of your work and mindset, you open the door to genuine fulfillment.

This isn't about working less—it's about living smarter. 

It's recognizing that you're the CEO of your life. Remote work provides an incredible opportunity to break free from traditional constraints and craft a personalized approach to professional and personal growth.

Sovereignty requires courage. It means:

• Setting your own rules

• Managing your time intentionally

• Choosing to thrive, not just survive

• Prioritizing your well-being alongside your professional goals

My mantra is simple: "My choices, made in the power of my sovereignty, are the key to thriving." Remote work isn't just a job location—it's a lifestyle choice that empowers you to design the life you truly want.

The power is in your hands. Are you ready to claim your sovereignty?

Let’s make it happen.
Shellie

THE VIBE

And in Today’s News…

• Remote work does make more time for life-work balance. Here’s the data

• 'Office culture' as we know it is dead. Workers have other ideas

• Businesses Without Flexible Work Are Less Competitive

• Relationship building has more impact than the hustle culture

• Virtual team: top 6 challenges of managing

SKILLS & THRILLS

Understanding and Overcoming Loneliness: Reclaim Your Sovereignty

Loneliness—every remote worker’s unwanted companion. But let’s be real, it doesn’t need to define your journey.

As a coach working with leaders and business owners, I’ve seen how loneliness creeps in when we disconnect from ourselves. The good news? It’s something you can overcome—and doing so is essential for embracing your personal sovereignty.

Remote work offers the incredible opportunity to design your life on your own terms. That’s the heart of sovereignty: the power to shape your days, career, and lifestyle the way you choose.

So why do we feel lonely?

Often, it’s when we compare ourselves to others or follow someone else’s path, losing sight of our own. That’s when loneliness strikes. But here’s the secret—it doesn’t have to keep you stuck.

Sovereignty gives you the tools to navigate and own your experiences.

Here’s how to reclaim your sovereignty and overcome loneliness:

1. Embrace the experience. Instead of shying away from it, lean into the discomfort. Loneliness is part of your growth journey—use it as fuel for evolution.

2. Get to know yourself. Ask, “Why am I feeling lonely right now?” Dig into the deeper root of those emotions. This awareness is the key to freedom.

3. Explore the patterns: When does loneliness show up most? Recognizing your triggers allows you to reshape the experience and reclaim your power.

Sovereignty is about taking ownership—of your emotions, career, and life. You have the ability to create a remote lifestyle that serves your needs and aligns with your values. Ready to own your journey? Let’s design a life that empowers you to thrive.

If you need support or just want to talk through your experience, reach out anytime at [email protected].

Till Next Time, Go All In on Your Life and Business,
Sarah

Sarah is a Life Coach for entrepreneurs and remote workers who are ready to swiftly create the results they desire in their lives and businesses—with ease. She teaches her clients how to ditch the hustle and generate financial success in a new way while also cultivating a rich, fulfilling life beyond work. Her approach empowers remote workers and business owners alike to build the freedom, confidence, and clarity needed to embrace their goals and live life entirely on their terms.

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THRIVE LOCAL

Thriving Intentionally: Your Community is Your Lifeline

Listen up, digital nomads and work-from-anywhere warriors! Remember when "professional connection" meant awkward water cooler small talk? Those days are history.

The Community Advantage: Not Just Networking, But Lifeline

Remote work doesn't mean remote living. Your professional ecosystem isn't defined by office walls – it's about intentional connection, growth, and mutual support.

Why Community Beats Traditional Workplace Connections

1. Quality Over Quantity

   Forget surface-level interactions. Real community means:

• Deep, meaningful professional relationships

• Genuine support beyond work tasks

• A network that grows you, not just your LinkedIn

2. Collaboration on Steroids

   When smart people connect, magic happens:

• Knowledge sharing

• Unexpected opportunities

• Collective problem-solving

3. Beyond Professional Development

   Community provides what traditional workplaces can't:

• Emotional support

• Personal growth frameworks

• A sense of belonging

The Thrive Remotely Promise

We're not just about working from anywhere. We're about thriving everywhere.

🚀 Thrive Challenge: This week, reach out to ONE community member. Not for networking. Not for opportunity. Just genuine connection.

Your community is waiting.

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