Great leadership is rarely about pushing harder. Sometimes it is about stepping back long enough to see clearly again.

Alysa Liu’s story reminds us that courage does not only appear in moments of effort. It also appears in the willingness to pause, question the path, and choose a different way forward.

Use this short reflection to explore where stepping away might actually move you closer to the leader you want to become.

Take your time. Write honestly. There are no right answers.