Is Luck on Your Side?
We often hear people say, “They’re just lucky.” Lucky relationships. Lucky careers. Lucky timing. But what we don’t always see is what’s happening beneath the surface.
The truth is, not everything in life is outside of our control—though it can feel that way, especially during stressful or uncertain seasons. Mental and emotional well-being often begins with learning to separate what we can influence from what we cannot. Trying to control these things often leads to anxiety, frustration, and burnout. When we grip too tightly to what we can’t change, we lose energy that could be used elsewhere.
Letting go doesn’t mean giving up—it means releasing responsibility for things that were never yours to carry in the first place. When we stop fighting what’s out of our control, we create space for clarity, confidence, and intentional action.
And that’s often when opportunities start to appear.
CREATING YOUR OWN LUCK
WHAT OTHERS CALL “LUCK” IS OFTEN THE RESULT OF ALIGNED EFFORT, SELF-TRUST, AND RESILIENCE.
Begin creating your own luck by:
Showing up consistently.
Taking small, intentional steps.
Say no to what drains you and yes to what aligns with you.
Focus your energy where it matters.
INTRODUCING O.C.E.A.N.’S NEW BOARD MEMBER!
Jessica Nickola, LCSW-S, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and board-approved supervisor specializing in trauma-informed, client-centered care. Jessica is happy to be of service to her local community and honored to represent O.C.E.A.N. as a new Board Member.
In her practice as Director of Behavioral Health at Twin Rivers Pathways/DeSoto Memorial Hospital, she supports individuals and families in building resilience and navigating life transitions with compassion and evidence-based practice. Jessica also serves on the Board of Directors for the Gulf Coast South Area Health Education Center, contributing to community health initiatives and workforce development. She is dedicated to mentoring emerging clinicians and fostering ethical, reflective professional growth.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Lunch & Learn
Date/Time: March 25th 1PM
Details: JOIN US FOR NETWORKING, RESOURCES, AND LUNCH. GET TO KNOW THE PROFESSIONALS WHO SERVICE OUR COMMUNITY. BRING YOUR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH QUESTIONS!
Location: Twin Rivers Pathways, 4161 Tamiami Trail #302, Port Charlotte 33952
Contact: 941-766-0171 | jnickola@dmhbh.org
Charlotte County Marketing Mania
Date: March 19th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM TO 1:30 PM
Location: Twin Rivers Pathways, 4161 S Tamiami Trl. Suite 302, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Details: Don’t miss Seniors Blue Book’s open networking event, Marketing Mania! Connect with local pros, grow your network, and spark new opportunities. Our host location Twin Rivers Pathways will be celebrating March Madness at this fun Marketing Mania! See you there.
Sponsored By: Twin Rivers Pathways | Seniors Blue Book
Note: ALL ATTENDEES MUST REGISTER SO THE HOST HAS AN ACCURATE HEADCOUNT.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
REACH OUT TO REGISTER TODAY!
Tobacco Free Florida: March 17, 1 PM
CoDA (Discovery, Recovery, Self Respect): Tuesdays, 1 PM
CONTACT INFORMATION
Twin Rivers Pathways
Phone: 941-766-0171
Email: jnickola@dmhbh.org
Social: @TwinRiversPathways
Address: 4161 Tamiami Trail, Suite 302, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Life Improvement Program
Phone: 863-491-4309
Email: jjohnson@dmhbh.org
Social: @LifeImprovementProgram
Address: 900 N. Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
Website: DMHBH.ORG