Unlocking Your Potential: What Awaits You?
“My friend is loving your course. I think it’s saved her marriage,” came the text one morning from an individual who is also a client and a past participant in Elevate. Hearing feedback like that was deeply moving and made me feel both hopeful and humbled to be part of her journey toward healing her […]
Part 1: Embrace the Mess: How Mistakes Make You Marvelously Free
I like to have my home in order. I come by it naturally. I remember at my paternal grandmother’s funeral, each of her children spoke, and nearly every one of them mentioned her life’s motto, “Everything has a place, and everything in its place.” Yes, I can very much relate to that! This generational pattern […]
Feeling Stuck? Unlock the Secrets to Break Free!
Have you ever felt like you’re trapped in the same patterns and struggles, unable to break free? This is a common experience, often rooted in our earliest moments. Most people easily identify how childhood experiences created patterns; the reality is that these patterns often begin at birth. Understanding this kickstarts healing and helps us achieve […]
Navigating the Journey of Parenting Adult Children
I just got home from a family reunion with my children and their families. It was so fun and an absolute joy! We have five children, and all of them are out of the house and on their own now, living great lives. Getting to gather with them is a treat! It’s been over a […]
Mastering Summer Time and Space: Practical Tips for Managing Family & Home
As summer unfolds its leisurely embrace, families face the challenge of managing time and space. Balancing the allure of relaxation with the demands of daily life, especially with children at home, calls for a thoughtful and effective approach. Let’s explore some practical tips to make the most of these lazy summer days while also keeping […]
Reconnecting Through Summer: Building Bonds and Memories
Summer is a season of warmth, sunshine, and endless possibilities, especially for families seeking to reconnect and spend quality time together. As the school year fades into the background, summer break offers a precious opportunity to strengthen relationships, foster open communication, and address any lingering issues. Let’s explore how families can make the most of […]
Guided by Boundaries: Navigating the Path to Freedom and Joy
“Boundaries define us. They define what is me and what is not me. A boundary shows me where I end and someone else begins, leading me to a sense of ownership. Knowing what I am to own and take responsibility for gives me freedom.” – Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend As a young […]
Breaking Down Barriers: Embracing Love
With my husband out of town, I found myself with an evening to myself. As I sat down to eat dinner, I decided to turn on the television and happened upon a documentary about Lucy and Desi Arnaz. Lucy and Desi Arnaz’s legendary love story intertwines genuine romance with remarkable professional success, surmounting cultural obstacles […]
Exploring the Inner Trails
When my oldest daughter was two years old, we spent a month living in a camping trailer with my parents and youngest brother, traveling around some western states, including beautiful, lush Oregon. We went hiking quite often, and it was always amazing to me how my daughter had such boundless energy! She turned two on […]
The Holding Place
I had waited many years for this conversation and this opportunity as I sat with my daughter this evening. She was awaiting the birth of her first child. How I loved this girl! She was flesh of my flesh and owned a piece of my heart she could never reclaim no matter who she was […]
