Though the seeds of these principles were planted deep within me, getting them to take root was quite challenging. I had a deep rooted, strong self critic that fought to be the dominant lens through which I saw myself.  

 

As a stay at home mom, I pursued a nonacademic study of spirituality, psychology, personal healing, and development. Meanwhile, my desire to help others was growing. After earning my certification through a coaching program, the self-critic's brutal voice withheld me from pursuing my dream of coaching.

 

Every step forward, the critic pulled me back. It was a dance I did for years while I worked other jobs to support my family.

 

Thanks to my work in therapy to heal my inner child, Positive Intelligence, mindfulness, individual studies, courses, and work with my spiritual teacher, I now have the tools to diminish the power of that critic, embrace my own Essence, and help you do the same.