“Part of being motivated is being afraid of the right things.” Motivation is often portrayed as a purely positive force – a burst of inspiration, a dream of success, or the desire to become your best self. But beneath the surface, another powerful driver lurks … fear. Not the kind that paralyzes us, but the […]

Words are invisible forces that carry a visible power. With a single sentence, we can ignite hope or extinguish it. With a few thoughtless words, we can build walls. We can break hearts. We can destroy relationships. With kind words, especially at just the right time, we can change someone’s life – or even our […]

A Passage from a Momma on Raising Littles to Young Adults I have two visions that instantly come to mind when I hear the analogy of being “in the weeds” of something. The first, the peculiar beauty of prepping a garden. Among the weeds – chaotic, tangled, relentless – you pull, dig, and sweat, only […]

It’s easy to fall into the trap of defining yourself through the lens of others, especially in a world of likes, follows, and comments. Although valid thoughts from those you love and trust can be beneficial, allowing the opinions of others to dictate your self-worth, identity, or capabilities is entirely different. It’s also one of […]

….in Need of Care “I am not broken, I am in need of care.” Struggles are often misinterpreted as signs of weakness, failure, or being “broken.” The truth is, to hurt is human. Feeling deeply, stumbling, needing support – none of these make us defective. They make us alive. The statement, “I am not broken, […]

Being Safe and Seen at the Same Time We often think of vulnerability as revealing pain, fear, or uncertainty. These can be parts of it, but vulnerability is much broader. It’s about showing up as your whole self, without armor. It’s telling the truth about what you feel, need, or hope for – even when […]

When feeling sad, you’re often told to “look on the bright side” or “just be grateful” – as if acknowledging sadness is somehow a quick “flip of a switch” or a sign of showing ingratitude. Or how about “what do you have to be sad about” – as if sadness is somehow not worthy of […]

Do you ever catch yourself saying things like “I should be more productive,” “I should have gone to the store today,” or “I shouldn’t feel this way?” If so, you’re not alone. The word “should” seems innocent, maybe even helpful at times; but, in reality, it’s often a subtle (or not so subtle) form of […]

Life doesn’t always go as planned. A job falls through. A relationship ends. A dream detours. When challenges hit, your first instinct may be to ask, “Why is this happening to me?”  What if the better question is “How is this happening for me?” This simple change in perspective can transform how you navigate life’s ups and […]

…Together I often write about the premise behind what I do – focusing on overall well-being through 5 fields of health (emotional, mental, physical, financial, and spiritual). I don’t often talk about the services I offer to help through these fields or where I do most of this work. First, where.  Any services I offer […]