For most of my life, I was asleep.
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I thought I was making the choices I wanted to make, but really, I was living the way I thought I was supposed to. On the outside, I had everything I thought would make me happy: a strong education, a flourishing career at a highly respected company, and a thriving social life.Â
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But I wasn't happy — I was numb.
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I spent years hiding behind food, alcohol, exercise, and difficult relationships. It all dulled my emotions and pulled me further and further away from myself until one day, I finally said, ENOUGH.Â
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As I began my journey of self-discovery, I noticed feelings that were familiar. Then it hit me: I feel like my childhood self again. For the first time in years, I felt the enthusiasm, excitement, bravery, and lightheartedness that came so naturally when I was little. I knew this was the person I had always been.Â
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That's when I realized something that changed everything: Our childhood selves never disappear. They're still there, quietly waiting for us beneath the expectations, fears, and stories we've collected along the way. True fulfillment doesn't come from fixing what's "broken." It comes from remembering who you've always been, before the world told you who to be.
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That journey from chasing external validation to living from authenticity is what inspired Authentic & Aligned.
My Story
Why I Coach
What changed my life wasn't someone giving me all the answers, it was someone asking me the right questions. I slowed down, reconnected with myself, and realized that everything I had been searching for was already there. That's why I coach.
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There is nothing more meaningful to me than watching someone remember who they are beneath the expectations, fear, and noise of everyday life. Because when one person starts living authentically, it doesn't just change their own life — it quietly gives everyone around them permission to do the same.
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When we work together, you can expect:Â
- Compassion over judgement
- Curiosity over assumptions
- Accountability rooted in kindness
- Honest conversations, even when they're uncomfortable
- Sustainable, grounded change​
Beyond Coaching
When I’m not coaching, you’ll likely find me at a concert or festival, spending time with family and friends, or planning my next trip to Disney. I'm always learning, always growing, and most importantly - always PLAYING.Â
