The Takeaway

A field guide for navigating change through story. Asa-Mari Z. shares stories, strategies, and systems to help shape how we work, create, and live with purpose.

Jan 6, 2026

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5 min read

Starting right in 2026

Why personal manifestos are in, resolutions are out – and how storytelling shapes the year ahead

Asa-Mari Zephirin

I almost ruined December by trying to do it right

Dec 23, 2025

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6 min read

I almost ruined December by trying to do it right

What actually makes December meaningful?

Asa-Mari Zephirin

Dec 16, 2025

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8 min read

🎄From Grinch-mode to grin-mode 😁

How to turn a very bad, no good holiday mood into a heart filled with joy.

Asa-Mari Zephirin