Authentically Imperfect

Stories from my life's wisdom

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Welcome to the official, PUBLIC launch of Authentically Imperfect; a blog written to you, my “darlings”, and to past versions of myself. Here, you will find authentic stories from my life and the HARD lessons I’ve learned. It is a place to gently, and with relentless self-compassion, give voice to vulnerability and self-awareness while never missing a moment to find laughter and joy.

After burning out from a second career in early 2023 (I was a Children’s Ministry Director and I previously left teaching in 2018), and as I approached “the big 5.0.”, I yearned to find the passion and purpose work for which I have been built. The last year and a half has been a time of healing both mentally and physically as well as a LOT of intentionally deep work on myself.

I have learned so much about HOW I am wired and the massive impact NOT knowing this likely contributed to challenges through the years. I am now in a place of self-acceptance and empowerment which is propelling me to craft my life with this new way of being. So much of the insight and drive to move forward has come from my time with both the Brilliant Balance Company (and its community of incredible women) and my amazing counsellor. You know who you are and you, forever, have my deepest gratitude.

My passion is to help others - especially women. Could my stories help you to learn and grow and possibly be prevented from some of my pain? I pray that may be true.

Authentically Imperfect is where I can share with you my journey with: 

• mental health, 

• self-care, 

• perfectionism, 

• self-acceptance,

• self-compassion, 

• burnout, 

• grief,

• parenting,

• and more - since life continues to teach me. 

I have also nearly completed the development of a workshop I will lead on BURNOUT (stay tuned for details!), but I remain open to dreams of writing a book, hosting a podcast, and/or whatever else may be in store.

If you have been with me since the beginning, thank you for helping me to find my voice and my courage. Your words, thoughts, and prayers have meant everything.

If you are new to Authentically Imperfect, WELCOME! I am thrilled to have you here. Please subscribe using the button below. New posts will be released weekly at 8am Friday mornings (EST).

Darling, I hope you find resonance and relatability in my stories, reassurance that you are never alone, and inspiration to feel empowered to dive into your own deep work so you too can come to a place of self-acceptance.

This will be a supportive, positive community filled with grace and love. There may be tears, but I hope there will be smiles, if not laughter, as well.

I am tremendously grateful for, and humbled by, your support. I would be honoured if you would please share Authentically Imperfect with others as we learn to be vulnerable about our imperfection together. 

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