Broken, Bare, and Rising: The No-BS Blog
This blog isn’t about sugarcoating life. There’s no “everything happens for a reason” here, no fluffy affirmations, no pretending I’ve got it all figured out. This is my no BS space to lay it all out my mess, my chaos, my survival. The days when my body won’t cooperate, my mind won’t stop racing, and the world feels like it’s moving forward without me.
This is where I get real about chronic illness, mental health struggles, trauma, and the uphill battle of just existing. It’s messy, it’s raw, and it’s honest the kind of honesty most people avoid.
Here, inspiration meets reality. Education meets raw truth. Awareness meets healing. And yeah… it’s basically my virtual diary, documenting the unfiltered truth of navigating a life that doesn’t come with an instruction manual.
You’ll read about the hard stuff the heartbreak, the isolation, the setbacks no one warns you about but also the wins, the small wins, and the unexpected moments of clarity that remind you: you can survive this, and you can rise from it stronger than you thought possible.
Topics include:
Domestic Violence and Healing – the ugly, the painful, the survival
Health and Wellness – what actually works when your body fights you
Living With Chronic Illness and Pain – the days that feel impossible and the victories that keep you going
Reflections – raw thoughts, uncomfortable truths, and insights from the trenches
Blog Series on Various Topics – deep dives into specific struggles, challenges, and growth areas so you can really learn, relate, and reflect
This space is for anyone who’s tired of pretending. For anyone who’s felt unseen, stuck, or defeated. Your pain doesn’t define you, your courage to rise does. Step in. Read, reflect, and claim your power.
Life Coach Advice
I can provide you with all the resources, inspiration, and share my story. I can write books, organize events, and offer affordable memberships to help you on your healing journey and become the healthiest version of yourself.
The Locations Where We Hold Unprocessed Emotions
Recognizing where emotions manifest in the body allows us to approach healing holistically, taking into account both the mind and the body.
Allow Those Triggers to Reclaim Your Power
In our journey towards healing and self-discovery, we encounter various triggers that can evoke strong emotional responses. While these moments can be challenging, they also serve as powerful opportunities for growth and healing
My Pet Peeve, inconsistency
The term "inconsistency" has revealed many insights to me through my healing journey. Living with a chronic illness has taught me that time, energy, and effort are crucial, whether it's in navigating dating, friendships, or life itself.
The Long-Term Effects of Living in Survival Mode
Living in survival mode, a state of heightened alertness and stress, is a natural response to immediate threats.
End Of the Week Reflection
End-of-Week Reflection: One of the most valuable practices you can engage in for personal growth is taking time to reflect on the week.
How to Transition from Coming Out of Survival Mode
Transitioning from survival mode to living fully is a transformative journey that requires patience, self-compassion, and intentional effort
Trauma Responses
Grasping trauma responses such as freeze, flight, fight, and fawn can lead to a deeper understanding you can find more on this on the membeship
Learning about Reiki
I chose to incorporate Reiki into my healing journey because massage can sometimes be challenging; my body doesn’t always respond well to certain types of touch. Reiki, with its gentle, non-invasive approach, offers a soothing alternative that aligns beautifully with my needs
Understanding Survival Mode
Survival mode is a state of being that many individuals experience when faced with prolonged stress, trauma, or overwhelming circumstances. It is the body's natural response to danger, designed to protect us by prioritizing immediate survival over long-term well-being.
Living in Survival Mode
For many years, I lived in what I now recognize as survival mode—a state that felt natural to me but was gradually deteriorating my well-being and severely impacting my mental health.
Embrace the Present Moment
How to and find joy in the little things that often go unnoticed. Embracing the present moment is about cultivating a sense of mindfulness and gratitude in your daily life.
March Reflection
March Reflection: A Look Back at the Highs and Lows of My Extraordinary Life
This month, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the ups and downs of my journey, navigating my medical condition, managing my business, and the adventures I've experienced along the way.
What does survival mode look like?
Survival mode can manifest in various ways, often reflecting a state of heightened vigilance and stress. It might look like a persistent sense of anxiety, where your body feels constantly on edge, ready to react to perceived threats
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
One year later, I came to the realization that focusing on weight loss and the numbers on the scale wouldn't bring me happiness. The real journey lies in healing, addressing inner issues, and cultivating a positive mindset.
Sunday Reflection
As the sun rises on this Sunday, it's a time for reflection. The past week, with its triumphs and challenges, highlights our journey. Each struggle fuels our power.
Embrace your lessons this week, for they shape who we are.
When Healing and Spirituality Intertwine
In my journey, it once felt unachievable to escape the chaos that surrounded me and discover a sense of peace and balance. Yet, by blending healing practices with spirituality