In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lynn Colepaugh, a brand strategist, former touring musician, and the creative force behind Cyber PR Army. Lynn shared two powerful quotes that act as her personal filters for life: "Just because you could doesn’t mean you should," and the ever-challenging, "Why not?" Through her heartfelt stories—like turning down a dream trip to Japan for the sake of her family—Lynn showed how these mantras guide her in making choices aligned with her values. We explored how balancing ambition and boundaries can help you avoid being swept away by the “currents” of societal pressure, and why asking “why not?” can push us past fear or inertia. If you’ve ever struggled with decision-making or finding motivation, Lynn’s approach to discerning life’s opportunities will inspire you to both honor your limits and embrace possibility. Tune in for an honest, practical discussion that will help you shape your own guiding wisdom.

Connect with Colepaugh

Website: https://cyberprarmy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyberprarmy/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cyber-pr-army/

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:27 Lynn’s Background in Music and Marketing
01:18 Lynn’s Favorite Guiding Quotes
01:52 The Japan Opportunity Story
03:12 Breaking Down "Could" vs "Should"
04:31 Societal and Family Pressures
05:46 Knowing Your Own Desires
06:57 Would She Still Go to Japan?
08:25 The Power of "Why Not?"
09:48 Using Quotes as Checks and Balances
12:00 Protecting Your Life’s Space
12:58 Life’s Trade-Offs
13:39 Small Decisions, Big Impact
14:34 The Role of Luck and Opportunity
16:25 The Importance of Value Systems
18:26 Where to Find Lynn
18:55 Closing Thoughts and Farewell