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Laura Ferraz Baick's avatar

Those open rates are the proof you're solving a real problem for people who actually have something to lose.

Congrats on the build. This one's got legs. 🚀

Juan Salas-Romer's avatar

Thank Laura. I realized I never replied to your comment here. Glad it resonated with you. Thank you for your wishes. I wish the same. Looking forward to collaborate with you.

James Barringer's avatar

It feels like taking off a coat you didn’t realise was too heavy until you set it down.

Movement becomes easier, not because the road changed, but because the load did.

This connects to the Peace Index for me.

When identity settles, decisions carry less tension.

Clarity follows when we stop trying to earn who we already are.

John Brewton's avatar

Slowing down on purpose often reveals work that actually lasts.

Dennis Berry's avatar

Great story. Congratulations on your new path. Happy new year.

Juan Salas-Romer's avatar

Thank you Dennis! All the best for 2026.

Chris Tottman's avatar

Thanks for sharing your inner thoughts and the journey so far ! Wishing you all the happiness and success for 2026

Juan Salas-Romer's avatar

Thank you Chris. Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous new year!

Dr Sam Illingworth's avatar

Juan, thank you for sharing your journey and your newsletter. I'm so grateful for the different perspectives and voices you bring, and you do an amazing job championing and supporting other writers across Substack. Happy New Year to you and yours, and I'm really excited for what 2026 brings.

Juan Salas-Romer's avatar

Thank you Sam, it’s been great to meet you and to follow your work. Looking forward to more collaborations this coming year.

Michael Wallace's avatar

Juan, thank you for sharing your journey over this past year, and your honest assessment of all you learned in the process. Your story resonated with me as I too took the long winding road to learn more about myself, and those I am looking to serve. People remember lessons learned through stories, better than advice on its own. Keep up the good work and have a happy and healthy New Year!

Juan Salas-Romer's avatar

Hi Michael. As I was going through article comments, I realize I never responded to yours. Thank you for your nice wishes my friend. I appreciate that this resonated with you and I know we got much to share. Love the direction you have been working on. Many of your articles feed the soul.