Katana's Corner: Monthly Reflections from Katana Abbott | | |
"What if you could wave a magic wand and create the life you've always imagined? What would you do? Where would you live? And what would you change?"
One of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is permission to dream again.
As women, we spend so much of our lives caring for others, meeting responsibilities, and putting our own dreams on hold. We tell ourselves we'll travel someday. We'll pursue that passion someday. We'll make time for ourselves someday.
But what if someday is now?
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By Sarah Papp, SWT Guest
I vividly remember the day that I got the keys to my first apartment. It was a studio, probably 400-square feet and I LOVED IT. I had my OWN place. My own kitchen, my own bathroom, and my own front door where I could hang a wreath at Christmas time. It felt like I was living the dream. Until, I thought that having a one-bedroom would be nice.
A year or so later, a one bedroom in my apartment building opened up and I snatched that opportunity, moved down the hall and I LOVED IT.
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By Katana Abbott, CFP®, SWE Founder and SWT Host
Many years ago, I was sitting on a friend's back deck overlooking a beautiful lake while waiting for her to put on her walking shoes.
Mark and I already owned a boat. We lived in a wonderful home with lake privileges, and by most people's standards, we had everything we needed.
But that morning something shifted.
I realized I didn't want to visit the lake anymore.
I wanted to live on it.
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Why Wait? Worldschooling, Family Adventures, and Living Life Now
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Lauren Ferrara
Founder of Why Wait Stories
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Many women spend decades caring for others, building careers, and checking all the boxes, only to wake up one day wondering "When do I get to live the life I've been dreaming about?" Lauren Ferrara believes the answer is: "Now."
A former television news anchor and founder of Why Wait Stories, Lauren helps families preserve their most important stories while living her own family's adventure through worldschooling—spending a month each year living and learning abroad.
Join Lauren and Katana as they discuss:
- Why waiting for "someday" may be the biggest risk of all
- How travel can become one of life's most powerful teachers
- Practical ways families can create meaningful adventures without putting life on hold
Many women believe they need more time, more money, or the perfect circumstances before pursuing their dreams.
Lauren shows us that meaningful adventures often begin with a simple decision to start now.
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Living with Adventure: Why Curiosity Keeps Us Young
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Dr. Peggi Tabor
Integrated Wellness Coach
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What if growing older wasn't about slowing down—but about continuing to grow?
At 82, Dr. Peggi Tabor continues to embrace life with curiosity, energy, and enthusiasm.
Whether she's scuba diving in the Red Sea, competing in the Senior Olympics, teaching meditation, or inspiring others through her wellness programs, Peggi demonstrates that age is far less important than attitude.
Join Peggi and Katana as they discuss:
- Why purpose, curiosity, and attitude are the real secrets to aging well
- How staying active, engaged, and involved keeps life meaningful
- Simple daily practices that support vitality, resilience, and happiness
Too many women believe adventure has an expiration date.
Peggi reminds us that some of life's greatest adventures can begin in our 60s, 70s, and beyond.
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CHECK OUT LAST MONTH'S SMART WOMEN TALK GUESTS:
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Portfolio Manager and Co-Founder of City Different Investments, Sweta Singh shared how to grow and protect wealth in a changing world.
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Social Security and Medicare expert, Mary Beth Franklin, CFP® shared how to maximize your Social Security.
Check these and other Smart Women Talk episodes on Smart Women Talk YouTube! And don't forget to WATCH, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!
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A Thought to Carry with You
Financial confidence doesn't come from predicting the future.
It comes from understanding your options and creating a plan.
When you know your numbers, you can make smart choices.
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ABOUT KATANA AND
SMART WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT
Katana Abbott, CFP®, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, founder of Smart Women's Empowerment, and Guide for Your Next Chapter™. For four decades, she has helped women navigate life's transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose—from retirement and encore careers to caregiving, financial independence, and creating a life they love.
Through her long-running podcast Smart Women Talk, her monthly Smart Women Smart Choices ezine, and her signature course, Unlock Your Financial Power, Katana brings together trusted experts and practical wisdom to educate, inspire, and empower women to make confident choices for their future.
Katana believes there is no single "right" path—only the one that aligns your values, resources, and vision for the life you want to create. Every meaningful journey begins with one next right step.
To learn more or connect with Katana, visit www.katanaabbott.com.
Smart Women’s Empowerment is a project of United Charitable, a registered 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 20-4286082). Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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