We’ve all experienced it—that unsettling feeling of being stuck. Whether it’s in your career, relationships, or just the rhythm of your day-to-day life, the weight of stagnation can be heavy. But what if the key to moving forward wasn’t in a grand gesture, but in a single, thoughtful reflection?
In Musings for Maddie: Quotes to Live by When Life Gives Us Life, author Stephanie H. Malbasa offers a gentle yet powerful roadmap out of life’s ruts. Through hand-picked quotes that shaped her journey—and deeply personal reflections that bring them to life—she invites readers to rediscover purpose, perspective, and joy.
One of the most freeing ideas she shares comes from Seneca: “It is not that we have a short time to live, but that we waste a lot of it.” Stephanie builds on this, reminding us to get up, dress up, and show up—even when life feels uncertain. Another gem from Dr. Seuss, “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not,” challenges us to reclaim our power to influence change, no matter how small.
Stephanie’s reflections don’t promise overnight transformation. Instead, they offer something even better—hope rooted in real-life experience. Her words speak to the soul with encouragement, honesty, and a healthy dose of grace.
So if you’re feeling stuck, let her wisdom in Musings for Maddie guide you back to yourself. Start with one quote. Let it stir something within. And watch as a single thought opens the door to something new.
Because sometimes, the slightest spark is all it takes to light the way forward.