Why & What
Why I'm Here …
Truth be told, I had a bumpy upbringing. I’ve been on my own since I was 16 and have faced more than my share of loss in friends, family, and love. And if there’s one thing I know to be true, it’s that when we’re right smack dab in the middle of a shitstorm, we can use all the help we can get.
Through all the ups and downs, I’ve learned firsthand how powerful self-love can be. I know that when we truly see and value ourselves, everything changes - our relationships, our confidence, and the way we move through the world. I’m here to share insights, encouragement, and tools to help you build that deep, unshakable love for yourself. Whether you're navigating relationships, working through self-doubt, or simply looking for more joy in your life, this space is for you.
Here’s a little nugget that can help you lean into loving you, your heart and all the things that make you, you.
What This Is All About …
If you’re struggling to see your own value, stuck in limiting beliefs, or feeling unheard in your relationships, you’ve come to the right place. This is a space where you’ll not only be reminded of your worth, but where I’ll share insights that have made me pause, and tools that have, quite honestly, saved me in moments. Being here is all thanks to Elizabeth Gilbert and her conversation on the We Can Do Hard Things podcast. She spoke of the safety and love in the Substack community, and it’s been on my “need to look into” list ever since.
I have a great number of experiences with loss, and besides my journal and those on my one inch square, I don’t tend to share all of the nuggets that got me here. This is the space where I’ll share what has taught me how and why to love myself.
I’ll share the challenges and questions that both pulled the rug out from under me, and gratefully stopped me in my tracks. You know, those moments that make you want to bolt. It's taken me some time to see that the things that make me want to run are just the things I need to stand in.
“It’s never too late to get your shit together”
What I Offer
With nearly a decade of experience as a self-love, life, and relationship coach, I’ve spent thousands of hours immersed in personal development—learning, growing, and guiding others toward deeper self-awareness and fulfillment. As a Certified Life Coach, HeartMath Personal Resilience Mentor, graduate of both the Hoffman Institute and the Gottman Relationship Coaching Course, and host of The Self-Love Shift podcast, I’m passionate about helping people create lives rooted in love, clarity, and purpose.
Here, I share not just wisdom but real, actionable tools to help you recognize your worth, set healthy boundaries, and build the kind of relationships—romantic and otherwise—that truly nourish you. My goal is to be a light in this world, offering encouragement, warmth, and practical steps to help you feel more empowered, more at peace, and more you.
Do you have a question about self love or relationships? Check out my Hey Christina section … this is where you’ll find real questions from real people and a genuine response from me. :-)
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