Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center

07/15/2026

Many women have been taught that productivity equals worth.

We celebrate being busy. We praise exhaustion as dedication. We convince ourselves that once everything is finished, then we'll finally rest.

But somehow, the list never ends.

Rest isn't something you earn after you've emptied yourself. It is one of the ways you return home to yourself.

When you ignore your own needs long enough, burnout becomes inevitable. You become disconnected from yourself while trying so hard to stay connected to everyone else.

Give yourself permission today to pause without guilt. Read a chapter of a book. Sit quietly with your thoughts. Take a walk. Drink your coffee while it's still warm.

Small moments of rest create lasting healing.

Where did you first learn that rest had to be earned?

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07/13/2026

Our office family has lost a beautiful light. Lisa served as our Administrative assistant and Credentialing Specialist at Life In Balance for over 8 years. She was such a beautiful welcoming face that greeted each client with kindness and service. She brought much joy to everyone in our office and in our community. We loved her very much and will miss her more than words can express.

Our thoughts and prayers are with her devoted husband Mike, her children and grandchildren, her mother, and all that loved her dearly.

Obituary for Lisa Yopp Parker
Lisa Yopp Parker, 61 of Shawsville, Virginia passed away in the arms of the man she loved dearly on July 10, 2026.

Lisa was a member of the Fairlawn Church of God and loved the Lord deeply. She was well loved and respected in her family and community.

Lisa had a special talent for making things beautiful whether it was in the home, within the family or anything she touched.

Lisa enjoyed creating things, including bringing life back to old things such as furniture. She also enjoyed flowers. Her flower beds brought joy to all who have seen them. Lisa kept a well-decorated home that was always in with the season.

Lisa was born on October 4, 1964, to Wallace and Ann Yopp. Lisa was preceded in death by Wallace Yopp (father), Vickie Yopp (sister), Daniel Yopp (brother), Curtis and Bernice Parker (father and mother-in-law) and Lori Collins (sister-in-law).

Lisa is survived by her husband Mike Parker of 45 years. She is also survived by Son Zack Parker (Amy), Son Michael Giordano, Son Stevie Zapp (Pam), Sister Debbie Gibson; Grandchildren Eli Parker, Avana Giordano, Xena Zapp; Brother-in-law Frankie and Sisters-in-law Sandy, Amanda, Kendra, Amber, Donna, Erin; along with many nieces and nephews including Randy, Cheyanne, Brandy, Shannon, Trent, Colby, Chance, Holly, Renee, Josh, Will, Tia, Ryan, Travis, Curtis, Summer and Autumn.

Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 11:00, at the Fairlawn Church of God, 7858 Peppers Ferry Blvd, Fairlawn, Virginia 24141, with Pastor Marcus Harrison officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at McCoy Funeral Home in Blacksburg, Virginia.

07/08/2026

Anjali McGoldrick is a therapist and author supporting women through trauma, inner child healing, and generational pattern transformation.

05/13/2026

05/13/2026

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Not everything you’re carrying is visible.
Not everything you’re feeling needs to be fixed today.

This month isn’t about having it all together…
it’s about noticing, understanding, and being a bit kinder to yourself.

Small things count:
• getting out of bed
• sending that message
• taking a breath instead of pushing through

Because being healthy starts from the inside 🤍
— B’s Wellbeing

05/06/2026

Charlotte Freeman - Momentary Happiness

02/16/2026

02/11/2026

✨ In a world that moves fast, it’s easy to forget the power of taking a pause.
Snoopy, sitting quietly on his beloved doghouse, reminds us that it's okay to simply stop and let our thoughts slow down.
In those moments of stillness, we realize that we’ve already survived so much, and sometimes, the best thing we can do is rest and reflect. 🌙✨

02/04/2026

Claim this affirmation: 'Everything I desire today is brought to me in delightful ways.' 💛