Soft Power, Life Reclaimed

Soft Power, Life Reclaimed is a series of blogs from the middle of my becoming.

It's for the women who:
- Grew tired of shrinking to fit
- Let go of who they were told to be
- Want to move ahead without bouncing back

I write about:
- Body image in midlife
- Letting go of the "fix yourself" culture
- Reclaiming joy (even in tiny shorts and sweat patches)
- Parenting while healing
- The quiet strength of choosing yourself - again and again

Unlock Your Potential with a Self-Discovery Course

Life’s transitions can feel overwhelming. Whether navigating weight loss with medication, experiencing perimenopause or menopause, healing from heartbreak, or rebuilding your identity, these moments call for more than quick fixes. They require a deep, authentic exploration of who you are and who you want to become. This is where a comprehensive self-discovery journey can transform your path. Embarking on this journey means creating a safe space to explore your inner world hon

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From Burnout to a Gentle Weight-Loss Reset (Without Medication)

The last four months have been the hardest of my life. In September, I lost someone unexpectedly. Then came the burnout; real, physical burnout that showed up in my body before my mind caught up. If you're reading this because you're in a similar place, I want you to know: you're not broken. Your body is just asking for something different. The Breaking Point: When Your Body Stops Cooperating September and October hit me hard. Here's what happened: Unexpected grief – I lost

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