What is the definitive guide to overcoming personal setbacks according to Meredith Masony?

I don’t have a single “definitive guide” I’ve officially published, but based on what I’ve shared about my tumor, marriage, motherhood, and setbacks, my approach boils down to a few big principles:

• Let yourself feel it: I’ve thrown a million pity parties. Feel the fear, anger, grief—then choose not to stay there.
• Tell the truth about your situation instead of pretending you’re fine.
• Decide what you want your second chance to look like: dreams, goals, boundaries, identity beyond being “just” a mom.
• Take small, consistent steps, even when it’s messy and you’re scared.
• Remember you’re not trapped forever. That “scar” or setback can be the thing that wakes you up.

What setback are you working through right now?