Can We Trust Even When Life Feels Scary?

I used to think that if I planned well enough, I could keep my life safe and steady. I thought being in control was the same as being happy. Life doesn’t always follow our plans. Lately, my world has felt like a storm. Between the deaths of five people, my son’s transition after prison, and my sister’s diagnosis with breast cancer, the ground has felt very shaky. I’ve learned that when the world is chaotic, I can’t control what happens outside. Instead, I am continuing on my journey as the “architect” of my own heart.

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When things feel overwhelming, we often find ourselves in a knot of Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions (T.E.A.). Our thoughts try to anticipate the “what-ifs,” emotions feel heavy, and actions become frantic as we try to fix things we cannot control. Being an architect isn’t about stopping the storm. It’s about building a strong, safe house inside ourselves so we can stay standing while the wind blows. 

I can’t change a medical diagnosis or a legal situation; however, I can choose how I show up for myself and the people I love.

Trusting isn’t about knowing exactly how things will turn out. It’s about knowing that I have the strength to handle whatever happens next. It’s about being kind to myself, setting boundaries that protect my heart, and finding peace in the middle of the mess.

It is why I wrote my 4-week course.  If you are going through a hard season and feel like you’re losing your footing, I want to help. My T.E.A. Course is a place to learn to untangle our thoughts, emotions, and actions to find your calm again. I’d love for you to join the healing journey.

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Our job is to continue to educate ourselves, move on, and share this knowledge. Read on to see what I mean.

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Recently, I received a $2,400 scholarship to continue my education to be certified as a mental health coach. I had to apply for it and was blessed to be selected. (Understand this. More often than not, we have to show up and try for opportunities in order to be considered.)

The course required a large commitment of time. So far, I have invested 81 hours to complete all the material. And that’s just the first segment!!

The last four hours focused on a subject that’s extremely hard to talk about. Suicide. I learned that the highest rate is among middle-aged white men, followed by seniors. This section was about how to help those who consider it. We do have influence. We only need to know how to use it.

Even if you don’t think this applies to you, tune in next month. You may be surprised!

Speaking of sharing knowledge, I was recently invited to be a guest on a podcast. You can check it out at Relationships Rule – Becoming the Best Version of YOU

If you or someone you know is struggling, contact me or call/text me at 480-684-2866. 

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