avec an s

This is for the version of you that almost stayed. Are you choosing constant misery or will you fight for disciplined joy?

Life would be so different now.

You can be disciplined enough to stay and still brave enough to try something different.

Here's to always trying something different. 💃🏾🎈

[life design, coaching, resignation, career, busy season, permission, new chapter]

It’s no secret. “I’m fine” is the most expensive phrase in your vocabulary.

You say it when you’re too drained to unpack the heaviness of your endless tasks, surviving on four hours of sleep and three cups of coffee, barely remembering what good even feels like.

When you live in fine for too long, you start paying a hidden tax in survival mode.

With your presence, you’re physically there at dinner but your mind is in another world. With your body, there’s tension in your shoulders looking for a way out. With your joy, you’re so good at numbing the stress that you’ve accidentally numbed excitement.

Mindfulness won’t add to your to do list. It’s auditing these hidden costs and realizing you don’t have to be in a crisis to deserve a better life. You don’t have to wait for a burnout or breakdown to give yourself permission to breathe.

Let’s practice a no fine check in today. If you couldn’t use the word “fine” how would you actually describe your energy level right now?

👇🏾Drop one word in the comments.

Life feeling a little weird lately? Good. Weird is beautiful. 🌿

Thinking of my favorite moment from The Shack. The garden is described as a mess of pain and brokenness. Still beautiful. Still loved.

Then, it’s transformed into healing and restoration. Still beautiful. Still loved.

If you’re looking for mental clarity amidst the chaos, I’m here to help you hold the light. 🕯️

Drop a 🌱 if you’re in a season of restoration.

I used to think bravery was about being fearless. Now I know it’s about choosing yourself when it’s hardest to do so. 🕊️

From finding a chosen family that accepts all of me to walking away from a relationship that didn’t support my mental health, every brave moment has led me here.

I want my son to see his mom with her full set of superpowers. I want my daughter to know that even through the physical pain of a difficult pregnancy and the trauma of a near fatal accident, perspective is a choice we make every day.

I’ve spent years in the corporate world learning that my true mission is simple: I want to make better humans. By day, I manage programs in leadership development. By heart, I lead avec an s. This is my calling. I help you find that one brave moment in your next choice.

Are you ready to find the light in your own story? Let’s talk. Click the link in my bio to learn more about my coaching practice.

I almost forgot how much joy there is in receiving help. 🤍 Lately, have been reflecting on the beauty of support. For my daughter’s birthday at Beehive at Bok, went in thinking I had to carry the mental load of every detail. Between my mom, my husband, and the incredible friends who didn’t just show up, but stayed to set up and break down, my heart felt so full.

While I love a big celebration, my soul truly thrives in the quiet, intentional moments. If you know me, you know I prefer 1-1 time or small intimate circles. That’s where the real magic happens. That’s where we can actually hear each other.

This is exactly why I’ve designed upcoming events and group sessions to be small and intimate. I want to create a space for deeper, intentional conversations, not just another crowded room. There will be opportunity for larger gatherings at a later time.

Want to join my intentional circle?
📥 DM or comment the word “GROUP” to be the first to know when these intimate sessions drop.

Birthday Village Gratitude:
✨ Space: a beautiful play space with supportive party helpers + that amazing charm bracelet bar the adults all raved about.
🎂 Treats: pastry team your cake and cupcakes were a work of art. Thank you for bringing imagination to life.
🍕🐮 Eats: Huge thanks to and catering for keeping the kids (and adults!) fueled and happy.
💅🏾Nails: for your patience with Maya and giving her a relaxing experience.