The Year of Why Not

My name is Michelle Capobianco.

I'm 26 years old, single, and living in New York City.

On paper, I'm essentially the protagonist in an early-2000s romcom or a critically-acclaimed HBO series. The only problem is, I am severely lacking in Main Character Energy.

I could be the Carrie Bradshaw of my own life if I only allow myself to step into that leading lady potential. Up to this point, I've been the Katherine Hahn comedic relief supporting character to my friends who harnessed their Main Character Energy early in life. My goal for 2023 is to be the leading lady (though still as funny, versatile and charming as Katherine Hahn).

After officially settling into my own life in 2022, I've decided that 2023 is going to be The Year of Why Not

But Michelle, what is The Year of Why Not?

It's exactly what it sounds like.

Whenever someone suggests that I do something, I'm going to ask "why not?" - and unless there is a very good reason as to why I should not do the thing, I'm going to do that thing.

I've always wanted to use my marketing, social media strategy, and writing skills to help others strengthen their business' online presence. I should reach out to small businesses in my community to offer my services. - Why not?

A friend tells me to get out of my pajamas, get off the couch and go to a museum on a rainy Saturday afternoon. Why not?

It's recommended that I take 10,000 steps in a day, and I should see if I can walk 10,000 steps every day for a week. Why not?

I could post this "Year of Why Not" journey on TikTok to gain an online following. Why not?

I used to really love writing. After law school, writing became associated with work, and I used to find so much joy and catharsis in writing for fun. I want to start writing 1-2 pieces of low-stakes, fun writing every week.

SO - with all that said - Welcome to "Musings from the Mind of Mich" - a blog presence where I am going to recount my journeys and experiences during the Year of Why Not, and learning to write for fun again.

I am going to make 2023 the year that I get out of my comfort zone and step into my Main Character Energy. So stick around, this might get interesting.