PinnedCommunity Impact DigitizedCommunity impact is at the core of Gisele Garraway’s story and heart. In fact, she found a way to create community impact digitized through her non-profit THRIVEfunds. If you find yourself in a space of craving a community, read on to be inspired to do so. On the other hand…Community9 min readCommunity9 min read
PinnedTrip Around the Sun ReflectionRecently, I turned the page from 43 to 44 years old. Another full trip around the sun complete. In other words, an opportunity for reflection. Frankly, it’s bonkers to think I’m 44. On one hand, I don’t feel a day older than 22. Conversely, my back aches say otherwise. …Reflections On Life8 min readReflections On Life8 min read
PinnedThe Power of BoundariesForgiveness, Empathy, Self-Care, and the Power of Boundaries. To meet Sarah is to feel kindness. Deep within her eyes, you get an immediate sense of empathy and understanding. In fact, she has the keen ability to pick up on the signs of someone struggling. Sarah’s approach is simple yet impactful. Tell me what’s really going on and there’s…Mental Health8 min readMental Health8 min read
PinnedSingle Mother by ChoiceIn life, there are people who sit back and wait for things to happen. Conversely, there are those who act. Utilizing their own agency. Furthermore, feeling at choice when others may not see a path. Julie had enough of waiting for all the “right” things to fall into place to…Motherhood7 min readMotherhood7 min read
PinnedMental Health in MotherhoodI’m always appreciative of stories, tips, and experiences in mental health shared from moms who have kids, sons more specifically, a bit older than my own. It’s fascinating to hear their family focal points. What they tried. And yes, even what didn’t work. …Mental Health7 min readMental Health7 min read
Apr 29, 2022Empowered Mother Through FaithOne woman’s journey through infertility, a pandemic, and unconscious bias. Finding strength through her faith. Kristen is first and foremost a Christian. Then a wife to Noah and mother to Max. Additionally, she works as a Director for EDGE Mentoring, a Christian-based organization providing whole-person development through mentorship. One quick…Motherhood8 min readMotherhood8 min read
Apr 4, 2022Being Authentic: The Secret SauceAuthentically speaking, crossing the threshold into motherhood is an amazing while simultaneously terrifying moment in time. Jill experienced this firsthand, but in a slightly different manner than you may be envisioning. During a successful sales career, she also became a stepmother to triplets. …Authenticity8 min readAuthenticity8 min read
Feb 25, 2022A Guide to Identity and Self-ConfidenceThe ripple effect of Crystalynn’s shift in identity and self-confidence led to paying it forward. Supporting moms to put themselves ON and AT THE TOP of their to do lists. INTRO TO CRYSTALYNN’S IDENTITY AND SELF-CONFIDENCE What happens when you finally achieve the “look Mom, I made it moment,” only to discover you are actually miserable? …Identity7 min readIdentity7 min read
Jan 28, 2022Careers, Motherhood, and the Burden of ExpectationsThe burden of expectations tends to fill our lives. — For example, we walk into motherhood thinking — I’LL be the different one. I can handle it all. In fact, because we see other women around us caving to the burden of expectations, we now know the prescription to make our own experience different. Cracked the code, so to speak. …Expectations For Women8 min readExpectations For Women8 min read
Dec 16, 2021Woman, Mother, Walking MiracleWoman, Mother, Walking Miracle December is often considered a wondrous and magical time of year. When miracles happen. With this in mind, I share with you the heartwarming story of Ali Cobb in Woman, Mother, Walking Miracle. Having been through a couple of bouts with cancer, Ali’s latest battle would test the faith of…Cancer7 min readCancer7 min read
