What If I’m Farther Along Than I Think?
Last week, I realized I’d been subconsciously waiting for my children’s affirmation, especially around my work as a life coach and how I show up as a mother and grandmother. Not because I needed praise…But because some hidden part of me believed it might finally prove I was doing something right. That I was “enough.” […]
Have you ever felt a fear so deep it kept you up at night?
A few years ago, I was visiting with a client who expressed such a fear: the fear that one or more of her adult children would leave the faith of their youth. What followed was a remarkable conversation about value, where she learned that her worth is independent of her children’s choices. This revelation prepared […]
Are You A Mom Who Feels Unappreciated?
Are you a mom who feels unappreciated, waiting for your children to acknowledge your efforts? If so, you’re not alone. I understand how exhausting it can be to give your all every day and yearn for just a crumb of recognition. I’ve heard so many moms wonder if they are even doing any good because […]
Happy Valentine’s Day – Do You Love YOU?
Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s that time of year when we celebrate love in all its shapes and sizes! Amidst the roses and chocolates, I want to take a moment to highlight the most important relationship you’ll ever have: the one with yourself. 💖 Fifteen years ago, I found myself waking up to the possibility of […]
Wherein I Feel Worth Less As A Parent
Do you ever feel worth less as a parent because of what your children do or don’t do? Do you ever feel worth less because you have challenges? Understanding that worth and value do not change is fundamental to becoming more emotionally resilient. It matters!
To LDS Missionaries and Their Parents
I have been thinking about this topic a great deal because of our daughter’s experience as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I have seen countless posts on social media of mothers reaching out for support from others because their son or daughter is struggling on their mission. While I do […]
