In 2002, I was making my way in the corporate world. I was on the “fast track” to success, so I was told. In reality, I was only going through the motions—something felt missing. I wanted to live life on my terms. I can be stubborn like that.

After researching options, I obtained my real estate license later that year. Wow, what a difference! Suddenly, I was 100% responsible for my success and/or failure. While it was exciting to be in control, it was also terrifying. Things were going pretty well; I had no complaints. Then, I heard the words “You’re pregnant.” Okay then, here comes another transition. The good news is I love change!

Even so, I was not prepared for what came next. A very difficult pregnancy tested me. Then, some major complications when my son was born kept me in the hospital for a month. It was touch and go for a while. I remember hearing the doctors say, “If something doesn’t change overnight, there isn’t anything else we can do.” I heard the message clear as day: I might not survive. Incredibly, I was okay with it. Or had I given up?

At some point during that night, I made the choice to fight. My stubbornness and determination came alive like never before. I wasn’t ready to go. My son needed me—he deserved a mom! I’ve never been one to give up and I resolved that I wasn’t about to start now. I remember closing my eyes and praying, making deals with God, and visualizing myself living. The next morning, the doctors told us my numbers were up and I was on my way to recovery. My journey began that day, thanks to a simple choice and a full-on commitment.

I faced more challenges in the next few months. There was pain, depression, and a sense of utter uselessness. I was angry that my recovery was taking so long and that I was dependent on others for my care, instead of being able to be a real caregiver to my newborn son. Things were not going according to plan, and I slipped into victim mode. Time passed and some amazing people in my life helped me back on my feet, both physically and mentally.

Six months later, I was finally able to go back to work, but I also wanted to stay home with Noah. How in the world can I have the best of both worlds? A friend and colleague recommended that I hire a coach. I had no idea what a coach does, but I took her advice and hired one. The experience of working with this coach, and later another, changed my views of the world and what it means to be successful. With this change, the possibilities for my life expanded. I found the entire coaching process enthralling and, in time, I knew that I was meant to become a coach myself. I felt a need to help others—to make a real impact on people’s lives.  I enrolled in a training program and became certified in professional coach.. I LOVE my world now and everyone in it. My clients are a gift and I give them my all, every time we talk.

My vision is to help others realize their goals and create lives they love. My mission is to create positive change, one conversation at a time.

I believe

• You are capable of anything when you commit yourself to it.
• Your authentic self is your best self.
• The mind, body, and spirit need daily exercise and are equally important.
• I can only take people as deep as I am willing to go myself. Therefore, I am ALL IN in everything I do.
• People who practice gratitude daily are happier than those who don’t.
• Life is a beautiful gift that is meant to be lived to the fullest. How you do that is up to you.

On a personal note

---

I married my amazing and supportive husband, Jeremy, in 2000. My son, Noah, was born in 2004 and is the most genuine and beautiful person I have ever known. I love to volunteer at Noah’s school and help with his extracurricular activities. I also enjoy taking family vacations, delight in spending time with friends, and cherish the time I have for myself. Our favorite vacation spots include the beaches of San Diego and Hawaii, and we are regular visitors at Disneyland. I work out five to six times a week and LOVE how it makes me feel. When I have “me” time outside the gym, I generally read or enjoy quiet time.