Her Life Unscripted

I’m bringing you yet another sponsor for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, and I’m excited to introduce you to Chelsea DeKruyff. We’re less than two weeks away from the Retreat, by the way, which is coming up September 27th - 29th. If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time and I’m offering a special $50 off discount code! We’re going to be learning about some pretty amazing things on today’s show: what role neuroscience plays in healing trauma in communities, treating first responders so that they’re not so traumatized by their work, how both artistic ability and trauma are seated in the right brain, the ripple effect of unprocessed trauma, and so much more. You’re going to love this show, and if you’re like me, you’re going to want to take some notes. Chelsea DeKruyff is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, Texas specializing in trauma treatment and prevention, anxiety, depression, and coping with the stress of transitions. She has enjoyed serving her community through private practice for over 14 years, co-founding two non-profits, VetCraft and The International Center for Mental Health and Human Rights, both centering on the treatment and prevention of PTSD in wounded communities using mindfulness practices and applied neuroscience. While working with The International Center, Chelsea was honored to be among the first group of psychotherapists to be invited by The Tibetan Government in Exile in Dharamsala, India to offer training and treatment in the exiled community. In addition to private practice, Chelsea presently runs two online meditation groups offering training and support in compassion and mindfulness meditation. SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Anna’s Website: https://lifeunscriptedcounseling.com SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Connect with Chelsea! ChelseaLPC.com

On today’s podcast, we’re going to be getting into some of the reasons that couples wait too long to get help. Stephanie Macadaan is not only a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, but she is also one of the sponsors for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women! Listen in as Stephanie breaks down some of the biggest barriers to starting couples therapy, and shares her passion in helping not only couples but also couples where one partner is willing to do the work but the other one isn’t. She’s able to work with both sides of that! Stephanie Macadaan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples therapy in Los Angeles. She is also the creator of The Happy Couple Plan, an immersive online program that takes the couple on a journey through the ins and outs of their relationship, to help couples feel more empowered, aware and in control of their future. SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Anna’s Website: https://lifeunscriptedcounseling.com SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Stephanie’s Links! You can find more about Stephanie and her work at: www.thehappycoupleplan.com www.therapywithstephanie.com Podcasts Mentioned: Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard - Interview with Esther Perel Esther Perel Podcast

I’m super excited to introduce today’s guest, and the co-host of the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, Mari Lee. Mari and I will be talking not only about the work that Mari does, helping support women to heal and grow, but also about The Shine Retreat, and how it’s based on filling your own cup, of restoration, connection, and most importantly, giving yourself permission to have fun. You are invited to join us, both here on the podcast, and at the Retreat. We hope to see you! Mari A. Lee is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in sex addiction and partner betrayal. Mari is also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, a Certified Partners Trauma Therapist, a Certified Mindfulness-Based Addiction Therapist, the founder of Growth Counseling in Glendora, CA., and the co-founder of The Mindfulness Academy for Addiction & Trauma Training (TMATT) in Newport Beach, CA. In addition to her clinical work, Mari is a trusted business coach to therapists around the world, is the founder of The Counselors Coach, and she is the co-founder of The Shine Women’s Retreat in Laguna Beach, CA. Mari is also a popular national speaker on betrayal trauma, and a respected author of multiple books, including, “Healing from Betrayal”, and “Facing Heartbreak: Steps to Recovery for Partners of Sex Addicts”, and “The Creative Clinician: Exercises and Activities for Clients and Group Therapy.” Her next book, “The Gift in the Wound” will be out in 2020. You can learn more about Mari’s services and support here: Growth Counseling Services Therapy support for Sex Addicts & Betrayed Partners www.growthcounselingservices.com The Counselor’s Coach Online Coaching Support for Therapists. Clinical Books, Materials and Free Resources for Therapists www.thecounselorscoach.com The Mindfulness Academy for Addiction & Trauma Training We provide training for clinical professionals seeking their Mindfulness-Based Addiction Therapist (MBAT) Certification www.thecounselorscoach.com The Shine Retreat for Women A healing retreat for all women regardless of age, size or ethnicity in Laguna Beach, CA. All women are warmly welcomed for an inspiring weekend of self-care, workshops, yoga, beach pampering, connection, yummy meals, and fun! www.shineretreatforwomen.com Don’t forget about the upcoming SHINE RETREAT FOR WOMEN!!! A healing retreat for all women regardless of age, size or ethnicity in Laguna Beach, CA. All women are warmly welcomed for an inspiring weekend of self-care, workshops, yoga, beach pampering, connection, yummy meals, and fun! Join Anna and her cohost, today’s special guest, Mari A. Lee!! SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Anna’s Website: https://lifeunscriptedcounseling.com SPECIAL INVITATION: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Mari’s Links: To learn more about Mari’s services and support: www.growthcounselingservices.com Clinical Books, Materials and Free Resources for Therapists: www.thecounselorscoach.com To learn more about training for clinical professionals seeking their Mindfulness Based Addiction Therapist (MBAT) Certification: www.thecounselorscoach.com The Shine Retreat for Women! A healing retreat for all women regardless of age, size or ethnicity in Laguna Beach, CA. All women are warmly welcomed for an inspiring weekend of self...

Jo Muirhead is my guest today, and I’m so excited to bring you another sponsor for the Shine Retreat, which is coming up next month. I met Jo at a business/work retreat in 2015, and she was one of the coaches at the event. We had an immediate connection, and I know you’re going to love her, too. Jo has a brilliant straight-forwardness that’s mixed with kindness, passion, and compassion. She truly believes in connecting people to purpose through inspiration and innovation. Some of the things we’re going to go over are how work is something that we DO, not something that we ARE. We’re going to discuss safeguarding against burnout when work is our only identity. As a Rehabilitation Counselor, she is at the intersection of how we manage our health and the work that we do. After someone leaves rehabilitation services, people often wonder what they are going to do for the rest of their lives. This is where Jo steps in. Jo is all about connecting people to purpose through inspiration and innovation. Author of The Entrepreneurial Clinician, she is also the Founder and Principal Consultant of PurpleCo - a team of specialist allied health consultants dedicated to helping people who experience injury, illness, and trauma reclaim their lives through work. Jo graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Health Science, Rehabilitation Counseling in 1994. Jo is passionate about the health benefits of work and truly believes that everyone has the right to meaningful and rewarding employment. PurpleCo grew out of this belief as a truncated form of PURpose for peoPLE. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. How to contact Jo: https://www.purpleco.com.au https://www.jomuirhead.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/purpleco/

Today’s show is going to be about whole-body wellness. I think a lot of what my audience struggles with and what we talk about on the podcasts is the negative loop of being everything for everyone else, and not being able to be anything towards ourselves. The cycle of wanting to give outwardly but not knowing how to give inwardly when we’re called to serve. My guest today is Diana Rudolph, a self-described “health educator”, and she is a sponsor for the upcoming Shine Retreat. She is an exceptional woman, and I relate to her on so many levels, and learn so much from her. Join us as we discuss listening to our body’s cues for help, discerning how we need to address it, and actually making that time for ourselves. You’ll also hear about historical and modern uses of essential oils. Diana is a dōTERRA Essential Oils independent consultant, expert in wellness and health, a wife, mom of 3 kids, a busy professional who’s passionate about empowering people to value their health through holistic and active living. She’s been involved in health and fitness for the last 17 years, serving as an Adjunct Professor of Kinesiology at Azusa Pacific University, a certified fitness trainer and health educator, and an essential oil educator. Diana holds a Master’s Degree in Public Health, a Master’s Degree in Education, and has developed a variety of health promotion and prevention programs designed to combat childhood obesity. She loves teaching about essential oils and other natural solutions to promote overall wellness. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women. Follow Diana on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/dianarudulph/ Diana’s doTERRA link: http://my.doterra.com//dianarudulph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diana.rudulph Live and virtual lessons!

Disclaimer: This particular episode has an Explicit Rating, and is not meant for younger ears. Today, I’m so excited to bring you yet another sponsor of the upcoming Shine Retreat, Gaelyn Rae Emerson. Have you ever struggled with moving forward in the aftermath of a failed relationship? There’s trauma associated with the complex emotional process of disintegration. Gaelyn understands first-hand, and being able to see a way to serve and help others in the midst of her own pain was a powerful awakening and an asset to her healing. Please join us today as we dive into some profound matters of the heart, and the process of working through them. Gaelyn is madly, passionately, head over heels in love... with her job. :) As a professional life, relationship and divorce recovery coach, Gaelyn dedicates her working hours to helping her clients survive and revive - whether or not their relationships do. Gaelyn is credentialed by the International Coach Federation, with advanced training in relational trauma for survivors of abandonment, abuse, addiction, betrayal, deception, divorce, infidelity and more. Gaelyn coaches clients around the world, through her online private practice, Women Ever After. Gaelyn is known for (and lives by) her collection of meaningful, expressive and well-timed quotations. Her current favorite is this quote from the Baal Shem Tov: “Let me fall if I must. The one I will become will catch me.” Mari Lee, my co-host for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, and I would like to extend a personal invitation for you to join us September 27 - 29 at this restorative women’s retreat, the ultimate self-care weekend where every woman is welcomed. You will be among friends! I encourage you to email me or Mari Lee at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. Shine Retreat is limited to 40 women, and it’s filling up fast, so be sure to register at https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Gaelyn’s Website: https://www.womeneverafter.com/ Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019!! Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women.

Mari Lee, my co-host for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, and I would like to extend a personal invitation for you to join us September 27 - 29 at this restorative women’s retreat, the ultimate self-care weekend where every woman is welcomed. You will be among friends! I encourage you to email me or Mari Lee at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. Shine Retreat is limited to 40 women, and it’s filling up fast, so be sure to register at https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/. On today’s podcast, I’m here to share with you about this last week and want to hear your feedback and learn from your wisdom. Do you ever have those weeks where you’re cruising along, you’ve got a to-do list, and you get some things done, but it’s not a matter of life or death if you don’t? Last week I had a huge list of things that had to be done, but the way I had poorly planned my schedule I was going to fall miserably short. Being an optimist, I see the glass as half-full. Therefore, when I look at a project, I think it won’t take any time at all, but in reality, it needs more time than originally estimated. So that’s what happened last week. I had more than I could possibly handle, and I made a lot of promises that I could not fulfill, and I let a lot of people down. Please join me as I delve into negative head chatter, the way we talk to ourselves, and the unrealistic expectations we hold for ourselves. Let’s explore what happens when we lean into our disappointments and failures. Let’s talk about grace. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Book Mentioned: John C. Maxwell, Failing Forward Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019. Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women.

Today, I am thrilled to introduce yet another sponsor for the Shine Retreat, which is coming up in September. I’ll be giving you more information on how listeners of this podcast can get a $50 discount off registration, so you’ll want to listen in! Today’s guest is also a dear, dear friend of mine who has been on the podcast one other time. She was so supportive and encouraging to me when I first started out. Our friendship has evolved though the years, which has been such a cool thing to experience, and her work has transformed, as well. Nicol thought she might die in that cubicle, and that's when she decided to make some changes. She is now self-employed. She is an expert witness in court (don't tell anyone), a child custody evaluator (for real, don't tell anyone), an author (tell everyone), a motivational speaker (tell everyone) a mom (2 cutie pies), a wife, a mompreneur, a taxi, a motivational speaker, a skincare consultant (hello good skin and tax write-offs), a non-profit director (in all her spare time) a lover of spas and massages and at times "the fit hits the shan" in her life ... but it's hers, and there is beauty in that. She is here to share her journey with us, this evolution she has gone through, and she will be sharing how to give yourself permission to live the life you want, and how to take risks in order to create happiness in your life. Here’s more information on the Shine Retreat that I promised you! Mari Lee, my co-host for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, and I would like to extend a personal invitation for you to join us September 27 - 29 at this restorative women’s retreat, the ultimate self-care weekend where every woman is welcomed. You will be among friends! I encourage you to email me or Mari Lee at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. Shine Retreat is limited to 40 women, and it’s filling up fast, so be sure to register at https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Find out more about Nicol Stolar-Peterson here! http://www.nicol.live http://www.permissiontosucceed.us Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019. Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women.

Darrin Ford is the special guest I would like to introduce you to today. Darrin is also a sponsor for the upcoming Shine Retreat. Today, Darrin and I will discuss changing the word “mindfulness” from a trendy buzzword to something tangible that we can apply to our lives and use as a way to tune in to ourselves, to learn and to grow as we move through this journey called life. Darrin Ford is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in treating addictive disorders. His practice began in Long Beach, California and has extended over the years to include treatment centers in West Los Angeles and Orange County. As co-founder of Sano Center for Recovery, he currently serves as the chief executive officer, runs intensive workshops, and mentors new therapists. He is a certified Sex Addiction Therapist Supervisor, who was trained directly by the pioneer of the field, Dr. Patrick Carnes. He also has Founded The Mindfulness Academy of Addiction and Trauma Training with Mari Lee LMFT, CSAT-S, MBAT-S AKA The Counselors Coach and CEO of Growth Counseling Services. In his years of treating those afflicted with addiction, he ascertained the keystone of mindfulness in breaking free from old patterns, habits, and ways of thinking. Steeped in his passion for science and Buddhist philosophy, he co-wrote the Mindfulness-Based Addiction Therapy Certification Program (MBAT™). His expertise in the field of addictive behaviors can be found in the program, which takes a modern approach to Eastern techniques in exploring the mind. His next book, Awakening to the Addictive Mind: A Story of and Guide to Addiction, sheds an intimate light on his own struggles and how he came to help others on a path he is intimately familiar with. His upcoming book will be available in 2018 Darrin is also available for public speaking events and coaching. For more information please visit www.darrinford.com. Mari Lee, my co-host for the upcoming Shine Retreat for Women, and I would like to extend a personal invitation for you to join us September 27 - 29 at this restorative women’s retreat, the ultimate self-care weekend where every woman is welcomed. You will be among friends! I encourage you to email me or Mari Lee at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. Shine Retreat is limited to 40 women, and it’s filling up fast, so be sure to register at https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/. Show Highlights: Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Links to Darrin’s websites: www.sanopress.com www.sanorecovery.com www.TMAATT.com www.DarrinFord.com Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019. Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive a $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women.

Today, I would like to talk to you about “self-limiting beliefs”. Most folks aren’t familiar with this terribly important concept, so I’m going to deconstruct it, tell you how it works against us, and also how we can stop doing it to ourselves. I’d like you to know that many of the topics I discuss on this podcast are topics that are close to my heart; issues that I have personally struggled with and I’m walking the path along with you. Journey with me as we explore the beliefs that hold us back, and how to implement those steps that can get us on the other side of fear, so that we can realize our goals. Show Highlights: Links / Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27 - 29 2019. Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive $50 discount code off registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. “Shine Retreat” is limited to 40 women.

Today’s wonderful guest is Whitney Boole, LMFT. Whitney is a therapist, coach, and writer in private practice in Hermosa Beach, CA. She provides therapy for individuals and relationships, and she believes pain fuels growth and empowerment. She is also a single mother with three kids, including ridiculously wild twins who climb everything and leave uncapped markers everywhere they go. She runs a Facebook Group for people healing through divorce and is building more resources for those struggling with the trauma of divorce. Whitney's book "You Got This: Healing Through Divorce" was just released May 7 and is available on Amazon. Want the full show notes? Get 'em here.

Today, I want to talk to you about expectations, consistency, and perfectionism. Also, how we can reach out to community as we struggle with these ideals. You know, that strive for perfection, how to have a constructive internal dialogue, and finally, how to be ok with making mistakes. I would also like to personally extend an invitation to the Shine Retreat for Women, a beautiful event that is coming up September 27-29 2019. This retreat is for you if you’re needing to build community connection, restore your soul, or just need some dedicated time for yourself. I’m offering a $50 discount off registration to all listeners of this podcast. Listen in for more information on the retreat, but first, let’s walk through the 3 steps that will help you learn how to lean into the power of being imperfect, together. Show Highlights: Links / Resources: Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Special Invitation: Shine Retreat is coming up September 27-29 2019. Registration at: https://www.shineretreatforwomen.com/ Email me at info@ShineRetreatforWomen.com to receive $50 discount code for registration. You can also reach me at anna@herlifeunscripted.com. The Shine Retreat is limited to 40 women.

In the midst of busy schedules and the demands of our families and careers, so many of us feel isolated and alone. Why is that? Why is it so difficult to form those close connections? Anna thinks it’s because we’ve lost sight of our Village. Life runs on a large scale now, and while that’s great for industry, it’s making us more alone than we’ve ever been before. Anna is here today to describe not only why we need our village, but how we can start to get it back. Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

It is officially 2018, and that means it’s time for a fresh start and a new outlook on the year ahead. Anna is ready to be recording again and is excited to announce all of the exciting changes that are to come in the new year. Now that Anna has rebranded her new practice, she is going to create space to work in her practice by making Her Life Unscripted a monthly podcast. While it is not a permanent change, Anna knows that she needs to intentionally curate where she spends her energy. Resources: Wishboard App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wishboard/id495602905?mt=8 BestSelf.co: https://bestself.co/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

Advice can be a tricky thing. Last week, Anna unpacked what makes some advice…well, not so fabulous. This week, it’s time to celebrate the good advice! This is the last show of 2017, and Anna wants to end on a high note. To that purpose, she reached out to the Her Life Unscripted community with a simple question: What is the best advice you’ve ever been given? Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

When we talk about advice, it’s really easy to remember all the bad advice we’ve been given. Our friends and family are always eager to offer up their wisdom and suggestions when we have a problem, but in many cases, their advice isn’t exactly helpful. What do we do with bad advice? What about after you’ve taken bad advice? Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

After an unplanned week’s hiatus due to illness, Ana is back and healthy. She starts the show with a few small changes to look out for in the podcast, as well as an update on the hiatus in December. With holidays fast approaching and sickness already taking its toll, now is the perfect time to slow down and think about life’s big questions. We tend to want to tackle problems at the beginning of the year, and the people in our lives tend to give out a good bit of advice. How do you respond to it? Have you learned how to take advice? How about giving advice? Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

What can you do when your heart breaks? When tragedy strikes and your world feels shaken, how is it possible to hold onto hope? What about the good things that happened just before the darkness descended? Does your current heartache cancel about all the hope and healing you just experienced? These were the thoughts I wrestled with in this past week since the Shine Retreat wrapped up. Just as we finished up, our country was hit with the news of the Las Vegas shooting. I was hurt, shaken, and emotionally raw. I was not planning on using this wrap-up week to talk about tragedy, but, as usual, life has other bigger plans. This week, I saw so many women come to a place of healing and hope that I am refusing to let go of. I am refusing to believe that I do not make a difference, and neither should you. Let’s choose to hold onto goodness and hope in this dark time. Hold onto one another, and hold onto hope. I hope you enter into this space with me this week. Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

Hello! I’m so glad you’ve joined me on Day 4 of the Shine Retreat Journey. Today is the last day of the Retreat, so I wanted to share the ways that I have learned from the important women in my life during the retreat. It is refreshing to be surrounded by women who are offering hope and light to one another. Oftentimes, we wander through difficult seasons of life without a glimmer of light. I want you to know that you and I have the power to make the world a little brighter! What are your sources of light? Perhaps the better question is who are your sources of light? You might be experiencing some of the darkest moments of your life right now, so I wanted to encourage you with the truth that dawn always breaks. If you aren’t in the midst of hardship and darkness, then I would encourage you to share your light with someone. Look for the opportunities to brighten and encourage. I this quote just about sums up my week at the Shine Retreat: “A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.” ~ James Keller Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!

Today is our next step our journey through the Shine Retreat as told by the eyes of the host! I have made my intention to focus on the journey, rather than the final destination, so I’m taking you along with me! Today, I have realized how exceptionally fortunate I am to have an amazing support system to get me through this new season. I would have never have made it to this point in my journey without them. Her Life Unscripted Facebook Page, give it a LIKE! https://www.facebook.com/herlifeunscripted/ Want the full show notes? Get 'em here!