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Wellbeing Life Hacks

Life Hack in Action #25: Uncover Your Story

Hi, I'm Cathy Lunsford, the Midland County Treasurer and a proud member of the Midland Area Wellbeing Coalition. I'm excited to share a Life Hack # 63 Uncover Your Story. Uncovering your story is a form of storytelling, which is a powerful way to reflect on your life experiences. There are several ways to do this, including journaling and sharing experiences with others. This reflection allows you to gain insight into your own resilience and growth. Uncovering your story has been a transformative tool for me. I share stories in certain conversations, which helps me reflect on my journey. It's a chance to recognize my strengths, courage, and resilience. I have also started writing my own story in the form of a letter to my children and am working on a book about my experiences. Through this process, I've reframed my narrative, focusing on my accomplishments and strengths rather than dwelling on challenges. It's important to remember that uncovering your story is a personal journey. You can choose what to share, when to share it, and with whom. Uncovering your story allows you to reframe your narrative and confidently embrace your strength and resilience. By trying this Life Hack of Uncover Your Story, you can gain insight into your journey and celebrate your accomplishments by reflecting on a recent event or situation.

Additional Resources

In 2025 we are highlighting weekly Life Hack Reflections which include five questions to help you better incorporate the Wellbeing Life Hack into your life in ways that work for you. If you would like to receive a weekly email with the Life Hack Reflections, register below.  

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“These questions have fostered a better team environment at work.”

Our dinnertime conversations are more meaningful now!”

“I like to journal and it’s been fun to work these questions into my nightly routine. I look forward to getting these emails each week. I often share them with my kids.”

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