I want to share something with you that completely changed my life. It was a revelation that reshaped how I see myself, my relationships, and the world around me. It was a pivotal choice point in my healing journey—one that determined whether I would remain stuck in old patterns or finally break free to become the person I was always meant to be.

Here’s the secret… We all have trauma.

Every single one of us.

Some of us have endured significant traumatic events. Others have faced chronic or repeated trauma. And some have experienced deeply painful situations, like a breakup, job loss, health crisis, or harsh criticism. These experiences may not seem like “trauma” in the traditional sense, but they absolutely leave lasting imprints on our hearts, minds, and bodies. Trauma shapes how we see ourselves, how we treat others, and how we respond to conflict.

Ever heard of the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses? These are all ways our nervous system...

This morning, I sat down with my trusty energy drink and my ever-growing "to-do" list, only to feel a familiar but unwelcome wave of sluggishness settle over me. I hadn’t felt this way in a long time, so naturally, it caught my attention. Instead of brushing it off, I leaned into the discomfort and asked myself, What’s really going on here?

After some deep self-reflection, I uncovered two culprits behind my mental and physical funk:

1. A limiting belief about what it means to be “successful.”
2. A lingering fear of other people’s opinions.

Stay with me—I promise there’s a lesson in this (and a little bit of humor). Let me walk you through what I discovered and, more importantly, how I worked through it.

The Story Behind the Struggle

For over 21 years, I worked as a behavior analyst specializing in helping neurodivergent children, mentoring parents, and training teachers. I had a thriving client list, loved my job, and felt confident in my...

Working from Home with Kids (Birth-5): Activities, Tips, and Sanity-Saving Self-Care

Hey Mama! Let’s dive into the adventure (and sometimes chaos) of working from home with little ones underfoot. Whether you’re juggling emails with a baby on your hip or trying to finalize a report while refereeing a toddler snack war, you’re doing a lot. Let me help make things a little easier with activities, tools, and sanity-saving tips to keep everyone — including you — happy and productive.

Activities to Keep Your Little Ones Busy While You Work

0-12 Months: Baby Explorers

Babies may be little, but their need for stimulation is big. Here are some activities to keep them happy:

1. Tummy Time Zone:
   Create a colorful, engaging area with a soft blanket and sensory toys like crinkly fabric, mirrors, and rattles.
• Recommended Product: Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym — Keeps babies entertained with lights, music, and dangling toys.
• Pro Tip:...

Hi, Mama! Let me guess—you’re juggling work deadlines, school pick-ups, meal prep, and maybe even a toddler who thinks naps are optional. Sound familiar? I see you. I’ve been there, in the trenches of parenthood, wondering if brushing my teeth counts as self-care some days.

Here’s the thing: taking care of yourself is not selfish. It’s necessary. You know that old saying, “You can’t pour from an empty cup”? Well, it’s true—except as moms, we usually don’t stop to refill our cups. We’re running on fumes, and then we wonder why we snap over spilled milk or cry because the laundry never ends.

Let’s change that, starting right now.

Why Self-Care Isn’t Just a Buzzword

Being a mom is like running a marathon every day—but without the finish line. If you’re the engine keeping your family’s train moving, self-care is the fuel that keeps you from breaking down....