My life drastically changed over a decade ago when I injured my lower spine. Suffering from intense chronic pain, I became reliant on pain management medication to get me through the day. Surgery was strongly suggested by my doctors. However, there were no guarantees of success. Being a wife a the time and a mother of four teenage boys, and working a night job, I chose to ignore the physical and emotional pain I was carrying. My mindset was focused on pleasing and making everyone else happy. I was completely clueless as to why my life felt so empty and unfulfilled. My lack of self awareness and self worth contributed to a deeper level of emotional pain. As I continued plugging through my responsibilities of working and caring for my loved ones, I began to lose mobility and acquired an obvious limp. My daily productivity was rapidly decreasing as I become reliant on using a cane. At this point sitting, standing, and laying down provided no relief. My family witnessed my declining health and they felt helpless. I eventually became dependent on others to help with my basic needs. That included assistance with bathing, getting dressed, and using the bathroom. My physical limitations restricted me to lying on the couch, only to stare at the ceiling. The frustration of my dependency eventually caught up with me. One early morning as I was routinely carried to the couch by my former husband, I laid there once again to stare at the ceiling. Only this time the tears began to trickle down my face. Soon after my emotions were uncontrollable, and I wondered how did I get to this point in my life? Sobbing and out of tears, I laid their hopeless, confused, and frustrated. I looked back at the ceiling and shouted out "Okay, you got my attention! I surrender and ask for help!" It became clear to me at that moment in time that I was not alone. A divine loving presence was with me and provided me with words of wisdom. The words of guidance clearly said "You have created this situation and you have the power to change it." I was filled with peace and hope for a brighter future and somehow knew I was going to be alright. My heart expanded and I felt deeply loved. This defining moment altered everything for me for the rest of my life. My journey from that point on took me to places and people that would assist me on my path of healing physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I have since recovered from my back injury by healing myself from within. My exposure to holistic healing has made me a believer, a student, a teacher, and a HEALER. I dedicate myself to inspire, transform, and empower individuals to achieve confidence, personal freedom, and fulfillment.
