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Tara Allen

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Things I've been thinking about

Half of what I write here is a note to myself. You're welcome to read over my shoulder.

Tara Allen in a red dress overlooking a Greek bay
Best Life7 min read

Designing Your Life on Purpose

Vision without action stays a dream. A practical look at the 7 key areas of life, the small habits that create real change, and how to start designing a life that actually fits you.

August 28, 2026

Tara Allen seated in a bright red chair beneath a wall mural reading 'make it happen'
Best Self6 min read

If It's To Be, It's Up to Me

Ownership is hard — but it's also where the best parts of life are built. A reflection on personal responsibility, doing hard things, and what training for a marathon taught me about becoming someone you're proud of.

Tara Allen with text overlay reading Perspective Changes Everything
Best Self5 min read

Perspective Changes Everything

Faith gives you strength. Belief gives you courage. But perspective gives you wisdom. A reflection on how the lens you choose can change everything about where you're headed.

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Best Business6 min read

Without Vision, You Drift

Most people spend more time planning a vacation than designing their life. Without vision, there is no intention, no progress, and slowly people lose themselves. A reflection on leading your life by design.

Tara Allen practicing yoga on a terrace overlooking the sea at sunrise
Best Self6 min read

Faith Will Get You Through

Faith isn’t about having all the answers. It’s the quiet belief that even when life doesn’t go to plan, you will get through it, you will learn something, and in the end, you will be okay.

Tara Allen smiling in her office library
Best Self6 min read

Everything is Figureoutable

A belief that changes everything: you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to trust that you can figure it out. Tara Allen shares the mindset that turns obstacles into momentum.

Tara Allen reading beside a chalkboard sign that reads be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire
Best Self4 min read

Doubt Shouts. Wisdom Whispers.

When you’re facing a big decision, doubt is loud and wisdom is quiet. Tara Allen shares how to tell the difference and choose the voice that leads you forward.

Tara Allen in a red blazer seated on a yellow chair
Best Life4 min read

What Will I Say at the End of My Life?

On turning 41, Tara Allen reflects on alignment, intention, and the question we should all be asking: At 100 years old, what will you be proud of?

A Note From Tara

One idea each week — and something worth thinking about.