Discover how resilience, grit, and personal growth can transform life’s challenges into opportunities for renewal. In My Eucalyptus Soul, the author reflects on the art of letting go, shedding what no longer serves, and rising stronger after every fire. Inspired by the eucalyptus tree’s ability to survive harsh conditions and regenerate, this story explores how cultivating inner strength and quiet perseverance shapes a life of purpose, calm, and lasting resilience. Learn how to release the past, embrace your journey, and grow with intention.

A reflective blog exploring generational resilience, mindset, and personal growth, inspired by a 1930s typewritten document from the author’s grandmother. The post shares lessons from strong women in her family and connects their wisdom to modern coaching practices and the power of focusing on what you can control.

Thomas Jefferson believed informed people could set things right when systems fail. Resilience, to him, was awareness plus action.

Edward Bernays took the opposite view. He bypassed reason, appealing instead to hidden desires, branding bacon and eggs as the “all-American breakfast” and cigarettes as “torches of freedom.” His influence system still echoes today, scaled by algorithms that nudge us every time we scroll.

I almost titled this blog – “Your Decisions Suck” – I decided that was a little rough, however, that is exactly how most of us feel when we are sitting with regret or buyer’s remorse.

The face in the mirror isn’t your enemy—it’s your teacher.

The journey from feeling stuck to stepping into your power isn’t a giant leap — it’s a series of small, brave choices. Standing still costs too much. Your next step — however small — could change everything.

Where in your life can you slow down just enough to notice, so that kindness becomes a choice, not an afterthought?

Tap Into Your Inner Child to Release Anxieties Grip

Design the life you want to live by being curious and willing to step out of your comfort zone

Barefoot, Zesty and Slightly Unbalanced. Using Character Strengths to find balance.

Calm your inner demons and negative self talk

Growth — whether personal or professional — doesn’t happen by accident. It happens through intention, presence, and the willingness to do the work.

In today’s whirlwind world, adaptability is not just a skill—it is your new BFF. Seriously, if you are not ready to change on a dime, you are about to get left in the dust. Being able to adjust, pivot, and welcome change is basically your secret sauce for bouncing back from life's curveballs. Remember when Nelson Mandela said:

Have you ever wondered how the power of your thoughts can shape your reality? You are not alone. The concept that the mind is a powerful tool capable of manifesting our deepest desires gained widespread popularity through the law of attraction, as highlighted in the book and film The Secret.

Dare to Make Joy a Habit. Let it become the foundation of your life, the spark that illuminates your path, and the gift you give to yourself and those around you.