Hitting the Reset Button: How to Find The Courage to Begin Again

Loss, failure, and unexpected change can feel like a final chapter. They can leave us standing at rock bottom, burdened by shame and self-doubt. But what if "rock bottom" is simply the most solid ground you’ve ever had to build a new foundation?

In 1983, Hilary Powers faced her own moment of reckoning. She chose a different path, embarking on a lifelong journey of healing from addiction and trauma to find spiritual wholeness. It was a monumental task of beginning again. She didn't just rebuild her life; she helped others rebuild theirs, too, even working as a program manager for one of the first sober living homes for women in the U.S., a program that later evolved into the iconic Promises aftercare community.

"The Courage to Begin Again" is a mindset. It’s about taking practical steps forward without allowing the weight of your past failures to define your future. You do not have to carry your past failures and losses as a badge of shame. Your strength is revealed in the decision to stand up and start over.

The Takeaway: Your life is not too broken, and your freedom is not out of reach. Find the courage to take the first, simple step and build your resilience from the ground up.