Brooke May 2026

The Art of Being "Open": Brooke’s Guide to Embracing the Unknown in 2026

Being open means protecting your energy. It’s hard to be open to new possibilities if your schedule is packed with commitments that don't serve your true purpose.

But lately, in the quiet, reflective spaces of 2026, I’ve felt a push toward a word that honestly, makes me squirm: . brooke

In 2026, I am trying to build self-trust not by knowing the outcome, but by trusting my ability to handle whatever happens. This means:

It is easy to dream when you have a map. It is terrifying to dream when you are standing in the middle of a blank page. For so long, I (like many of you) have thought that not knowing meant failing . The Art of Being "Open": Brooke’s Guide to

Brooke Fitzgerald reminds us that saying "no" to the good is often necessary to say "yes" to the great. It’s about being authentic, not busy. Reflective Prompts for Your Own "Open" Season: What plan am I clinging to that no longer brings me joy?

This year, I’m challenging myself—and you—to relax into the discomfort. Let’s trust that the best stories are the ones we couldn't have written for ourselves. — Brooke In 2026, I am trying to build self-trust

Allowing a project to "take time to cook," as Max Brooke notes on their design blog .