You see, I suffered with anxiety. I tried all the treatments: multiple medications, self-medicating, lots of therapy. With treatment, I was functional. But, every day I suffered with the physical and emotional discomfort of the constant worry and panic. My anxiety stopped me from living my life to the fullest.
I wanted to retire and start a health coaching business. As a nurse practitioner, I didn't have the time and freedom to help women the way I wanted: to focus on wellness instead of illness and to explore what a healthy change would look like in their lives. Over the years, I had become fascinated with behavior change. I mean, why was it so freaking hard? I researched and read and took courses. And, I discovered the best way to help women like me and my patients live our lives to the fullest was through coaching. But, I felt trapped by my anxiety. So for years, I told myself it wasn't possible. But my dream was always in the back of my mind.
Then, I discovered the truth that changed my life. I had spent most of my life focused outwardly: on my roles, my family, my to-do lists, my distractions, my fears. I was disconnected from my deeper authentic self. The real "me." The "I" who felt called to start a business to help women be well and feel fulfilled.
I have been there...
