part story,
part manifesto
What if our lives aren’t too hard and we’re not too broken? What if we just haven’t learned to tell a better story?
We each have the power to rewrite our narrative, to live the life we dream about. So, once upon a time, don’t all good stories begin with some version of this phrase? The ever-wise Toni Morrison began her 1992 Nobel Lecture this way, noting that these type of stories are ultimately all the same as they bring us home: “I have heard this story, or one exactly like it, in the lore of several cultures.”
Once upon a time I was a poet, an actor, a woman lost in trauma cycles, a curious child. My journey has led me through diverse experiences that uniquely position me to support you on your path. From backpacking across Ireland, where I found inspiration in the stories shared pubs, to teaching poetry to many hundreds of college students so they could “sound their barbaric yawp over the rooftops of the world,” to privately coaching individuals into their lived best chapter yet, I’ve seen firsthand how creativity can transform not only our wellbeing, but our lives.
“Not long ago, a student mentioned that my course ‘felt like what [they] suppose church is supposed to feel like.’”
Any religious space is meant to remind us of our larger place in the cosmos, in that infinite oneness with all that was, is, and will be. My ethos is to create this space in any meeting with other’s, from large events to private sessions. This is created by the synthesis of magic, story, and wellbeing.
With over a decade in academia and integrative nutrition certifications, I’ve honed skills in personal and creative growth, helping others find their voice and wellbeing. My path hasn’t been without challenges; navigating chronic illness and significant life events has turned me into a “wounded healer.” This journey has deepened my understanding of holistic health and the importance of resilience.
Creativity has always been the vehicle in which I navigate experience, I define myself as a writer and creator before all other titles. From a lifelong pursuit of art, as well as fifteen years lecturing in academic settings, I know a key to true healing is creative storytelling. Nueroscience now proves this to be true. Additionally on my path, I found a deep connection with the land to grow food and feeding myself and others, as Joy Harjo poetically notes that “everything begins and ends at the kitchen table.”
My practice connects deeply with the power of food, community, and creative expression, guiding clients to discover how these elements can enrich their lives. By fostering a space of authenticity and support, I empower you to embrace your unique story and embark on your own journey of transformation. Together, we can unlock the potential for a life that reflects your deepest desires.
Let’s develop that story together. Once upon a time, we…
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