My journey has not been easy; however, I have learned so much in every trial along the way.
When I was 13, yes 13, I became a LIFETIME member of Weight Watchers™ ! In 2010, I had major hip surgery and could only do water aerobics during my recovery. I wasn’t sure if I would ever be able to exercise on “land” again. In 2014, I hit an emotional/self esteem all time low, and at the same time, hit an all time high number on the scale! My marriage was in shambles and I desperatly wanted to save it. I started walking to clear my head, and hopefully lose the weight. I walked 1 lap around my neighborhood, then 2 laps… which led to jogging from 1 mailbox to the next and eventually running/walking 5 miles per day. I began teaching fitness classes, running/walking 5 miles per day, and starving myself. Definitely not a good combo.
Exercise was a great release mentally, and combined with my lack of eating, I got my “dream” body! I thought my “dream” body would make my husband fall back in love with me, and more importantly, make me love me. Guess what? It did neither.
While at my goal weight in 2017, I decided to get breast implants. Surely this would be the spark my marriage needed. Despite all efforts, our divorce was final in 2019. Shortly, after the divorce, I had a whirlwind romance and married my childhood crush in 2020.
Now, let’s talk Covid. Was there anything affected by this madness? The gym where I was teaching shut down. I was devastated, but determined to stay connected with everyone. I started teaching my classes virtually, which led to the creation of Wellness with Faith, LLC., which included nutrition coaching.
Since implant surgery, my body had not felt right to me. I expressed my concerns to the plastic surgeon; however, I wasn’t heard. After years of multiple symptoms, including 45 pounds of weight gain, I was diagnosed with Breast Implant Illness. In May of 2021, I had Breast Explant (removal) surgery.
In November 2021, I launched my 1:1 faith based life and wellness coaching. I know God is calling me to help women in this area. My story has many twists and turns, but one constant is GOD and His guidance! I know He has big plans for my future and for my business.
My business will now be called Wellness with Faith – Life & Wellness Coaching. “For we live by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 niv
UPDATES:
God decided to give me another chance and brought Jason Whalen right to me! One day I’ll create a video for that God story because it’s so much to type. I NEVER dreamed that God would give me another chance at love but not only did he give me another chance but he BLESSED me with a man that LOVES me more than I ever dreamed about. I always said that I wanted to feel safe and loved like my Dad always showed me but in a romantic way. I had given up on that DREAM but the moment I saw JASON I knew he would be the one to give me that safety and love.
As you can see, my life has had its shares of ups and downs. I didn’t even scratch the surface in this little space :).
God knew that all the trials – the failed marriages, the eating disorder, the abuse … ALL would be stepping stones to where I am today.
I am NOW a Christian Life Coach. where I am coaching women and helping them through the things that I have walked through. I pinch myself daily that God is using me this way. I am thankful for each and every lady that trust me to help her.
If you are reading this, and you are in the throws of struggles and turmoil. You are not alone. Reach out and let me help you. I promise you, it will change your life! Not because it’s me… but it’s God working though me and the tools that he has given me.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story!
Although I don’t know how my story will end, I know the one that holds my future in His hands, my Lord, Jesus Christ.