I took a seven year break from writing books. In my teens and my early 20s, I was a fervent writer. I couldn't get enough. My mind was full of stories, and most of my spare moments were dedicated to writing these down. Out of the many ones I finished, I self-published seven novels and four novellas, I had book signings at bookstores, and I frequented writing groups. Then in 2016, my life completely changed. A series of shifts and breaks in my relationships and spiritual life led me to a...
almost 2 years ago • 3 min read
Hi everyone, I'm excited to share a new offering in my coaching business: one-on-one support during your writing journey. Who is this service for? I work with writers who are hitting blocks in their process of writing, editing, and publishing. Whether it's procrastination, self-doubt, overthinking, or imposter syndrome, I can help. You can be a seasoned writer, brand new, or somewhere in the middle. You can write fiction, poetry, memoirs, scripts, or blog posts. Maybe the first draft is...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
Earlier this year, I added one word to my business cards. That single word caused a total mindset shift: writer. I decided when making business cards for my life coaching practice that my writing was just as important to highlight. I've written stories since I was very young and through my twenties, I wrote thirteen novels, four novellas, and a variety of short stories, poems, essays, and blog posts. After declaring myself a life coach AND a writer, I started telling more people about my...
about 2 years ago • 3 min read
I grew up writing stories. I filled up notebooks and floppy disks. I wrote during car rides and Chemistry classes. In high school, most of it was Harry Potter fanfiction, but I published an original fantasy series in my early twenties. I completed five other novels that were never published. My life blood for years was writing, storytelling, editing, and reviewing books. About seven years ago, I experienced a huge life shift as I went through a divorce, deconstruction, spiritual upheaval, a...
about 2 years ago • 3 min read
"I think I want to be more present, but where do I start?" "What does being mindful really mean, past yoga and meditation?" "What's the harm in not being present or mindful? My life seems fine the way it is." I can help you answer these questions during a free coaching session. I have only a handful of sessions left until October 5th. This hour-long calls with me will help you feel more embodied, engaged, and empowered. Showing up for yourself is the first step towards real transformation....
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
I’m happy to share the news that September 20th — October 5th, I’m offering a collection of free coaching sessions. I’ve spent a year and a half offering financial coaching and life coaching, and I believe in receiving every connection and every session as a gift. I’m sharing some of my time with you all as a gift, as well. Here’s what you can expect from this hour with me: A mindful body scan to start our time together, calm the mind, and reconnect with the bo A mindfulness assessment using...
over 2 years ago • 3 min read
Self-doubt lives in the mind. It’s a string of sentences floating around in your brain, thoughts like: I don’t know what to do. I can’t figure this out. Someone else would do this better than me. I just wish I could be/do/say… but I can’t. The mind is meant to protect us. Its purpose is to help us create meaning, plan ahead, and fill gaps in our knowledge. If we give the mind too much power, we can succumb to anxiety and fear. That can often manifest as self-doubt, especially if we don’t...
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
I used to believe in spiritual highs and lows. I remember one of the first times I had a spiritual high: at the top of a mountain called Estes Cone, two thousand feet above the rest of the valley, with a view of the epic Rocky Mountains all around me. My body was singing with energy, alive, and I was in awe at the beauty of the creation all around me. Another time, I signed a 'death certificate' at a church service, signifying today was the day I died to myself and lived for Christ....
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
This is what you can expect from my new course, From Self-Doubt to Self-Empowerment: You'll feel more engaged in life because self-doubt won't take up so much space You'll learn a more balanced approach to decisions, doubt, and projects You'll make better decisions More control -- fear will no longer be in the driver's seat You'll feel more confident day to day A deeper sense of self A stronger relationship with yourself and your inner voice Less procrastination, more action Clarity in your...
over 2 years ago • 1 min read