Rise Above It Coaching

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

A wonderful time of adventure and relaxation. Too short, yet glad to be going home to my family.

02/05/2026

02/02/2026

Some highlights from our wildlife hike.
We saw quite a bit.
Some of our favorites were the mama sloth and her baby. That was a treasure.

Finding the anteater was amazing. Gary and I were both fascinated by the leafcutter. Ants,
There was pickeries and other little rodents. We even got to see a stick bird.See if you can pick him out.
We saw a 2 toed sloth and a 3 toed sloth and how to tell them apart, beyond the toes.
It was a hot hike and fun. We had a great guide who was very knowledgeable and explained not only animal's. Also, he explained a lot about the trees and the plants. And how the forest came up? And it was just fascinating, makes you really appreciate Jehovah's creation!

02/01/2026

Some pics from our whale watching expedition

10/27/2025

Coaching from the Couch: Boundaries Edition #4

Respecting the “No” — Even When You Think You’re the Exception

Let me tell you something about healing:
It comes with a very bossy sidekick called Doctor’s Orders.
And mine said, in bold, all caps, underlined and highlighted:

DO NOTHING.

Not “do less.” Not “take it easy.”

DO. NOTHING.

Naturally, I read that as:
“Do a little something. Just don’t tell your doctor.”

So I tried brushing my hair.
My shoulder said: “Ma’am, absolutely not.”
I tried opening the microwave.
My sternum said: “You wanna fight?”
I tried getting up from the recliner like a normal person.
My knee said: “Sit down before I call the authorities.”

Turns out, my body has better boundaries than I do.
It doesn’t negotiate. It doesn’t people-please.
It just says no — and means it.

And that got me thinking…
How often do we override our emotional “no” the same way?
How often do we push through, say yes, pretend we’re fine — when our soul is waving a red flag?

💭Here are a few Coaching Questions to Sit With (literally, if you’re on a couch):
• Where are you ignoring your own “no” — and what’s the cost?
• What would it look like to honor your limits without guilt or apology?
• Who needs to hear your “no” so your “yes” can mean something again?
• If your body could set a boundary for your life, what would it say?

If this hits home — and you’re ready to explore how boundaries can bring more peace, clarity, and connection into your life or relationship — Let’s talk. I’ll be here…on the couch 😃

10/19/2025

Coaching from the Couch: Boundaries Edition #3

The Impact of Saying “Yes” When You Mean “No”

Ever said “yes” when your whole body whispered “no”?
I have. And I’m guessing you have too.
Saying “yes” when you mean “no” might seem harmless — even generous.
But here’s what it really does:• It creates resentment (even if you smile through it).
• It erodes trust — with yourself and others.
• It disconnects you from your own needs.
• It teaches people to expect you to override yourself.

During this season of recovery, my body doesn’t let me fake it.
I can’t say yes to things I physically can’t do — and that clarity has been a gift.It’s made me wonder:

What if we honored our emotional limits the same way we honor physical ones?
What if “no” became a sacred word — not a selfish one?
Saying “no” isn’t rejection. It’s self-respect.
And every time you say “yes” when you mean it, your “yes” becomes more powerful.

“A true yes can only come from a respected no.”

If this resonates, and you’re ready to explore what healthy boundaries could look like in your life or relationship —
I have a few coaching spots open. Let’s talk. 💛
DM me to connect 🙂
Coaching from the Couch continues….

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10/16/2025

Coaching from the Couch: Boundaries Edition

Understanding the Importance of Boundaries

What comes up for you think of boundaries or making a boundary?
Is there resistance?

Often when people hear the word boundaries, they think of walls, restrictions, or pushing people away. But here’s the truth: boundaries are not about keeping others out — they’re about keeping you whole.

As I sit here healing, my body reminds me daily of this truth. Every time I try to do something it’s not ready for — bending, lifting, even brushing my hair — I’m reminded that boundaries are not optional. They’re essential. They protect what’s healing. They create space for growth. They allow me to show up fully when I can.

The same is true in our relationships:

• Without boundaries, resentment builds.
• Without boundaries, connection weakens.
• Without boundaries, love gets lost in exhaustion.

Healthy boundaries are an act of love — for yourself and for the people you care about. They say: “This is how I can show up best. This is how I can love you without losing me.”

So if you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no, or worried that boundaries make you “selfish,” let me offer this reframe: boundaries are not rejection — they’re protection. And they’re the foundation of every thriving relationship.

Coaching question: Where in your life is a boundary asking to be honored right now?
Coaching From The Couch; boundaries edition continues….