What no one tells you about grief is how it quietly steals the ordinary escapes you used to rely on. The Theft of Simple Escapes Before loss, you knew how to take a break from life. You turned on music during a drive. You curled up with a familiar show. You laughed at reruns you’ve […]

Grieving, Mental Health, Support, The Be Ruthless Show

February 21, 2026

What No One Tells You About Grief

Hands holding yellow and maroon puzzle pieces, representing the hidden truths of grief, the pieces we carry alone, and the slow process of finding what fits.

February is National Eating Disorder Awareness Month, a time that invites us to look more closely at something many people deal with quietly. Eating disorders are often misunderstood as being about food, weight, or appearance. In reality, they are frequently about pain, control, fear, trauma, perfectionism, and the deep human need to feel safe in […]

Awareness, Blog, Communication, Disorders, Eating Disorders, Events

February 10, 2026

When Food, Feelings, and Silence Collide: A Conversation for Eating Disorder Awareness Month

Join Healing Together Through the Holidays, Dec 2-8, for support and community. Navigate grief with understanding, resources, and a compassionate space.

Awareness, Blog, Communication, Inspiration, Letters, Support

January 25, 2026

United Through Grief

Join Healing Together Through the Holidays, Dec 2-8, for support and community. Navigate grief with understanding, resources, and a compassionate space.

Awareness, Blog, Communication, Inspiration, Letters, Support

January 12, 2026

2026 : How is it Possible?

Join Healing Together Through the Holidays, Dec 2-8, for support and community. Navigate grief with understanding, resources, and a compassionate space.

Awareness, Blog, Communication, Inspiration, Letters, Support

September 10, 2025

The First Page of the Next Chapter: Not Starting Over, Starting Again

Join Healing Together Through the Holidays, Dec 2-8, for support and community. Navigate grief with understanding, resources, and a compassionate space.

Awareness, Blog, Grieving, Inspiration, Support

November 6, 2024

Why Healing Together Through the Holidays is a Must-Attend Event for Those Navigating Grief

Healing Together Through The Holidays

I have a lot of friends who are incredible teachers. So invested in their students – extending far beyond their academics. And then I have my clients. And my clients teachers who I attempt to connect with, often unsuccessfully. The conversations that I hope go smoothly and often don’t until I start explaining my clients […]

Anxiety, Communication, Education, Mental Health, Relationships

September 18, 2024

Human Interaction

It’s that time of year. Whether your kiddos are just beginning school or heading off to graduate school – moms all over the world are feeling the feels. (I must point out that my mom had absolutely no feels. No joke. She threw a party. Ok – maybe not an actual, literal party. But in no way, […]

Anxiety, Emotional Health, Mental Health, Support

August 27, 2024

Back To School

My actual 10th anniversary is on the 16th. Ten years. Ten. I was happier than I knew was even possible. Which made losing Jim even more traumatic. 7 of my 10 years here in Colorado have been without him (physically here.) It’s so wrong. The people I talk to on a daily basis he doesn’t […]

Depression, Emotional Health, Grieving, Mental Health, Relationships

August 8, 2024

My Wedding Anniversary Weekend

I’ve worked tirelessly to maintain a positive outlook. To always find the silver lining. It’s Jim living on through me. But I’m also human. We are all faced with challenges, difficult moments, and impossible decisions. It’s called LIFE. It’s easy to get caught up in the roller coaster of life. It takes effort, a conscious […]

Awareness, Blog, Depression, Emotional Health, Mental Health, Mindset, Support

July 31, 2024

Staying Positive

  Grief is never easy. But when you’re in college, it’s even harder. In honor of National College Student Grief Awareness Day, let’s talk about a few tips to help college students navigate grieving. College is so much different from every other part of life. By the time you get to college, you’re labeled an […]

Emotional Health, Grieving, Mental Health, Support

April 18, 2024

6 Tips for Navigating Grief in College

Choosing the right mental health professionals to support you can be scary. You’re trusting someone with the deepest, messiest parts of yourself – and you deserve to be able to trust them fully. So let’s talk about what you can do to ensure you’re trusting the right people. I’ve recently come face to face with […]

Emotional Health, Mental Health, Mental Illness, My Journey, Support, Therapy

April 4, 2024

Let’s Talk About Ethics: Advice for Choosing and Vetting Your Mental Health Professionals