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Bridging the Gap – Becoming Who You’re Meant to Be

  • Writer: Brainz Magazine
    Brainz Magazine
  • Oct 2, 2025
  • 3 min read

As an Empress, an Entrepreneur, and A Master Leader in the work of Transformation, Paula guarantees a new idea leading to a new game. New game = New results!

Executive Contributor Paula Margulis

Here we are, at the next installment of this adventure in self-discovery. As we approach the midpoint of this journey, I want to pause and acknowledge how far we’ve come together. Before we met, you may or may not have had any real clarity about yourself, who you are, what you want, and where you’re going. Today, if you’ve been generous with yourself in answering the prompts along the way, I’m certain you’ve uncovered new truths and insights. Let’s see just how far you’ve come.


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A look back: The adventure so far


We began with a profound and epic truth, You are your greatest investment!


From there, we dove deep into the mirror of your inner world, exploring your alignment, your center, and your sense of homeostasis. You discovered whether you had it, how to strengthen it, and, most importantly, that you deserve it.


Next, we lit up your point of view, past, present, and future. You learned how your perceptions of the past and present reflect your heart and mind, and you are prepared to shift those perspectives in service of your future vision.


The energy shift


Now, five weeks into deep reflection, you can see how you’ve been showing up for yourself. You have clarity on where your head is at today.


You’ve unlocked new energy, 'new juice', to access as you begin shaping the future you desire, empowered by your vision of it.


And this brings us to a pivotal moment on our journey:


“The Gap.”


What is the gap?


The gap is the space between where you are now and where you want to be. It’s also the distance between who you are today and who you are becoming, the person you see in your vision. Let’s unpack that together.


My journey of bridging the gap


Twelve years ago, I was at a crossroads. I had to make a choice:


  • Continue living in a kind of emotional purgatory.

  • Or choose my destiny, a life designed by me, not by circumstance.


At the time, I didn’t know exactly what “more” looked like, I just knew I refused to stay where I was.


As I committed to my personal growth, my vision slowly took shape. In the early years, it was simply a spark, a vague idea of where I wanted my life to go. Over time, through deep inner work and relentless dedication, that vision became sharper, richer, and fully aligned with who I was meant to be.


For over a decade, I’ve been consciously bridging the gap, and today, I can proudly say, I have arrived.


Having done this work for myself, and guiding others to do the same, is why I am here for you now.


Discovering your gap


Now, let’s turn the lens on your journey.


  • Can you see the gap between where you are now and where you want to be?

  • How clear is your vision, your destiny, your life by design?

  • Even if your vision feels fuzzy, can you feel the stirrings of your deepest desires, dreams, and callings?


These questions are not about judgment, they are about awareness. Your willingness to notice is the first step to transformation.


An invitation to choose "you"


I invite you to choose yourself, to be generous with your time and attention as you reflect, acknowledge, and identify your own gap.


Why? Because acknowledging your gap is the foundation for building your blueprint, the map that will guide you to bridge the gap and actualize a life by your design.


In our next article, we’ll dig even deeper into how to work with your unique gap.


Until then, give yourself the gift of reflection. Choose you. Create space to notice what’s calling you forward.


Ready to go deeper?


If you feel the stirring to go further, I would be honored to walk beside you as you unveil your greatness.



Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info!

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Paula Margulis, Master Leader in the work of Transformation

As the CEO of PawlaNation Inc., conceived in 2018, a Business Marketing graduate and licensed Realtor since 2011, Paula is a seasoned full-time Sales Representative with EXP Realty. She continuously chooses to expand and build her empire, which includes, Chief Networking Officer of Total Knockout Referrals, Founder & CEO of PawlaNation Leadership, Foundation & Sanctuary. As for the past 12 years, she has been choosing her personal development in a committed and rigorous manner, leading herself to her personal power, potential, authenticity, vulnerability, peace, and serenity, all the way being guided by a powerful vision and mission; to empower humanity with their humanity.

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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