Divorce is a strange thing. For some, it arrives as a shock. For others, it arrives as a relief. Sometimes it follows years of trying to make something work. Sometimes it appears to come out of nowhere. Whatever the circumstances, it has a way of changing far more than our relationship status. It changes how we see ourselves. When people talk about the cost of divorce, they often focus on finances, and understandably so. Financial implications can be significant. But there is

By Wendi McLean Between Versions is a space for ambitious women navigating the moments when life changes before identity has had time to catch up. In these in-between periods it is common to feel untethered, uncertain, or adrift. Yet this space is often where the next version of ourselves quietly begins to take shape. When Reality Stops Defining Potential I had an interesting conversation with my children recently about careers. My son’s currently in a role that no longer fee

By Wendi McLean Why do ambitious women experience burnout even when they are engaged in their work? Discover the hidden identity gap that often sits behind burnout in high-achieving women. Why High-Achieving Women Burn Out (Even When They Love Their Work) Recent workplace research from Gallup (March 2026) reveals an interesting pattern. Women report higher levels of engagement at work than men. They are invested in what they do, committed to their roles, and motivated to pro

Alignment. It’s a word we see everywhere right now in leadership, in lifestyle, even in marketing.But what does it actually mean to lead an aligned life? Aligned with what, exactly? Let’s get clear. To live an aligned life is to live a true life. A life shaped by what really matters to you. Where your values aren’t just words in a notebook, but the compass guiding your choices. Where your motivators are understood and honoured, not buried under pressure or performance. Where

For many women, building a meaningful career is about more than titles or salary. It is about purpose, authenticity, and creating success on your own terms. At the heart of it all is something essential yet often overlooked, ‘confidence’. Not just the bold, outward kind of confidence, but the quiet inner belief that says: I belong here. I trust myself. I know my value. Still, for many women, confidence is the missing piece. Why Confidence Feels Out of Reach for Professional

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “Here we go again…” as the same unhelpful patterns show up in your life? It’s no coincidence. Our...