Living with Curiosity and Purpose: Lessons from Sarah Green on Self-Awareness and Fulfillment

In a world where self-awareness and resilience shape meaningful success, Sarah Green’s journey is a powerful testament to curiosity, mindset transformation, and authentic living.

On “What I Wish I Knew at 30,” Fran Harper sits down with Sarah Green, a theater professional and scenario-based learning expert, to explore the lessons she’s learned about self-care, personal growth, and redefining success. Her story offers actionable insights for leaders, high achievers, and anyone striving to live with intention.

The Art of Winging It

Reflecting on her 30s, Sarah shares a life of improvisation, juggling new motherhood, running a theater company, and adapting to life in Torquay, Devon. “Winging it” became a necessary skill, teaching her to understand her needs and make thoughtful decisions even amidst uncertainty. This approach aligns with mindset coaching principles, showing that self-awareness and adaptability are foundational to personal and professional growth.

Lessons in Self-Care

Overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome (ME) and cancer shaped Sarah’s perspective on slowing down and prioritizing wellbeing. She emphasizes the value of being “comfortable being slow” and removing anything that doesn’t serve her life. These lessons echo holistic coaching practices that focus on sustainable success, leadership wellbeing, and balancing high performance with self-care.

The Power of Curiosity

Sarah’s work as a theater director and her expertise in NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) fostered a mindset shift: curiosity over defensiveness. She notes that approaching challenges with curiosity allows for deeper understanding of others and oneself, enhancing emotional intelligence and self-awareness, key traits for conscious leadership.

Redefining Success

For Sarah, success is measured not by wealth or societal approval but by cultural richness, meaningful friendships, and personal fulfillment. She challenges traditional notions of achievement, encouraging professionals to focus on joy, authenticity, and purposeful living, principles central to personal development for high-achieving leaders.

The Bigger Picture

Sarah Green’s journey is a reminder that self-awareness, curiosity, and resilience are essential for living a fulfilling life. By embracing our own needs, slowing down, and exploring the world with curiosity, we can lead with authenticity and purpose. As Fran Harper concludes, the best chapters of our lives are still ahead.

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💡 Be curious, practice self-care, and reflect on your needs this week. Take one lesson from Sarah’s journey, whether it’s seeking mentorship, slowing down, or prioritizing joy, and integrate it into your life.

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