Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire you to find the positive in any change — the ones you've always dreamed of making and the ones life has given you. We want to be the first place you think of in times of change, a place full of optimism and a place where you feel informed and inspired.

To do this we will:

• Help you get through the period of time following any change, transition or decision, ensuring you avoid the common pitfalls.
• Give you quick access to smart, concise and targeted information to start you off right.
• Answer and anticipate questions you may have during this timeframe.
• Foster a safe and encouraging community of people going through change.
• Remind you that you are not alone. There are others experiencing the same thing and many who have successfully made it through.
• Help you start your change, get you on the right track and give you a sense of progress within the first thirty days.
• Help you find your center so you can handle any change with wisdom, strength, calmness and hope.

What can you do here?

There is something for everyone at First30days.com.

If you are interested in a specific change:

• You can sign up for our free 30-day email tip program. These tips will come to your inbox every day to keep you motivated through the all-important first month of change.
• You can read our expert interviews for trusted advice on getting through a change successfully.
• You can read articles on what to expect in the first 30 days and learn about the top 5 things you can do to get through a change.
• You can check in daily for regular news updates, new interviews and resources to help you in the first 30 days and beyond.
• You can make friends with other people who are going through the same change, and you can ask for community feedback on any questions you may have. You can also answer questions for someone else who may be struggling with a change.
• You can share your story, a great tip or piece of wisdom with others.
• You can look through our trusted resources and find the best book, web site, expert, music and even movies to inspire you to succeed though change.

If you're not interested in a specific change, but want to make some changes in your life:

• You can sign up to our signature Everyday Change Tips. These are short, inspiring daily emails that will have you making small changes in your life that make a big difference.
• You can listen in to our weekly podcast show, Change Nation, on the site or on iTunes. Every week, Ariane (our founder) speaks with experts, celebrities, authors and change agents in the world to bring you insights and more advice on getting through change.
• You can read Ariane's blog postings and learn some new skills, be inspired and join the conversation about change.
• If you're an expert and have something to share, you can join in the conversation and reach more people with your wisdom.

Find Your Change

We believe:

• Anyone can change — you're never too old or too young.
• Change doesn't have to be so hard — you don't have to start from scratch when many other people have been through a similar change.
• Little changes add up and make a big difference.
• It's easier to change with others than alone, so surround yourself with people who can relate to you and lift you up.
• An optimistic mindset is the most important factor in getting through any change.
• Everyone has a change they wish they could make.
• Anyone who is being a good friend to someone can help them through a change.
• Information alone will not help you change — you need inspiration.
• A small group of people can change the world.
• Things always get better.
• Change always brings with it a gift of some sort — you may not see it right away but something positive is around the corner.
• Being honest with yourself is a cornerstone for getting through change.
• You control and you choose how you see a change and turn a seemingly difficult situation into a better one.
• Change is about being practical; asking yourself what is the most important thing to do, believe and think.
• It's important to be open minded; be open to new things — new experts, new ways of seeing life and trying something new.
• Change brings out the best in people; it helps us reconnect with our inner power and spirit.
• Change is a universal language that cuts across all barriers.
• We are all much stronger, much smarter, more intuitive and more resilient than we have ever been told.

Remember who you are.