Amanda Donnell

Welcome! I’m Amanda, and this space brings together curiosity, action, and the real, human side of growth. Here, you can explore what it means to evolve, adapt, stay active, and keep showing up for the things that make life meaningful.

The spark for this journey came from an unexpected place: a signed copy of The Thank You Economy addressed to someone named Jon, who is definitely not me. Finding that book felt like a nudge and a reminder that ideas only matter when you act on them. That moment pushed me to build this space and share the work that happens after inspiration strikes.

Growth does not end when the conference wraps up or the keynote finishes. It continues in the quiet moments that follow, when motivation fades and real life steps back in. This site focuses on that part of the process.

I write about personal growth, everyday leadership, and the human experiences that shape who we become. My life with multiple sclerosis influences much of that perspective, and so does my commitment to staying active through my daily 10,000‑step habit. I also find joy in sports, from visiting every MLB stadium on my bucket list to competing in fantasy football each year. If you are here, you probably believe, just as I do, that progress comes from the small and steady choices we make every day.

Thanks for stopping by. I hope something here sparks a thought, a shift, or even a next step. More importantly, I hope it encourages you to act on whatever inspires you.