Wellness with Peers

03/09/2026

I want to share something from a very honest and vulnerable place in my heart.

Many of you know that I live with chronic health conditions, but what that really means day to day is something that’s hard to explain unless you experience it. Some days the pain and exhaustion are manageable. Other days they are completely debilitating. There are times when my body feels like it has simply shut down, and no amount of willpower can push through it.

And believe me… if willpower alone could fix it, I would never miss a thing.

One of the things that matters most to me in this life is being there for others. The work I do with my mental health and addiction support community is not just something I run—it’s something I feel deeply called to do. My website, the meetings, the one-on-one conversations with people who are struggling… they are incredibly important to me. Helping people find even the smallest bit of peace, hope, or direction is something I pour my whole heart into.

I know that sometimes I’m the only person someone feels they can reach out to. Sometimes I’m the only one willing to sit with someone in their pain and help them look for a different path, an unconventional solution, or just remind them they matter and they’re not alone. That responsibility is something I never take lightly.

Because of that, I often put others before myself. My own self-care is something I struggle with because when someone is hurting, my instinct is to help. I’m working on finding better balance, but it’s a process.

So if there are times when I cancel plans, disappear for a bit, or have to step away from things, please understand it is never because I don’t care. It is never because my commitments aren’t important to me. The truth is, sometimes my body simply reaches a point where it cannot keep going.

There are days when the pain and exhaustion become so overwhelming that the only thing I can do is lay still, cry, and try to rest until it passes. In those moments, even the smallest tasks can feel impossible.

But please never—not even for a moment—question my commitment to the people I try to help or the causes I believe in so deeply. My heart is fully invested in this work and in the people I care about.

The reality is that I am disabled, and I can only do the very best I can with the body I have. Some days my best looks like strength, productivity, and being present for everyone. Other days my best simply means surviving the pain and allowing myself to rest.

But even on those quiet days when I’m forced to step back… my heart is still there. I still care. I’m still rooting for every single person who reaches out for help.

Thank you to the people who show patience, kindness, and understanding when I need to pause and take care of myself. Your compassion means more than words can ever express.

Please just know this…
Even when I’m quiet, I still care deeply.
Even when I have to rest, I’m still committed.
And even when my body struggles, my heart will always show up. ❤️

01/17/2026

Here's some positive affirmations. If you like them, or even some of them, feel free to save them or pass them on!
Love and light to you all.
🙏

01/09/2026

We're going to be starting a new class/group soon!
We'd love to have you join us. The following is a brief description of the book we'll be following.
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Atomic Habits by James Clear is all about one powerful idea: **big life changes don’t come from one big decision… they come from tiny choices repeated daily.** Your habits—what you do when you’re stressed, tired, bored, lonely, or busy—quietly shape your health, your mindset, your relationships, and your future.

Clear calls them “atomic” because they’re **small**… but also **powerful**. A little improvement done consistently **compounds**. That’s why the idea of getting **1% better each day** matters. One good day won’t change your life, but a *pattern* will.

One reason people quit is because progress doesn’t always show up right away. The book explains the **Plateau of Latent Potential**—the time when your effort is working, but results aren’t visible yet. Like an ice cube warming from 25° to 31° (nothing changes)… until 32° and it melts. **The breakthrough is usually the result of many small steps you couldn’t see paying off.**

Atomic Habits also flips the way we usually think about change. Instead of obsessing over goals, Clear says to focus on **systems**. A goal is what you want. A system is what you do every day to get there. **Winners and losers often have the same goals**—the difference is the system they follow.

One of the best parts of the book is the identity shift. Lasting change doesn’t start with “What do I want?” It starts with **“Who do I want to become?”** Every habit is a vote for the person you’re becoming. You don’t need perfection—just more votes in the right direction.

Clear explains habits with a simple loop: **Cue → Craving → Response → Reward.** Once you understand what triggers a habit and what “reward” you’re really craving (comfort, relief, escape, connection), you can build better patterns.

Then he gives the core toolkit: **The Four Laws of Behavior Change**

1. **Make it Obvious** (clear cues, plan it, habit stacking: “After I ___, I will ___.”)
2. **Make it Attractive** (pair it with something enjoyable, surround yourself with supportive people)
3. **Make it Easy** (start tiny, use the 2-minute rule, reduce friction)
4. **Make it Satisfying** (track it, celebrate wins, build accountability)

💛 **Want to learn this with support? Join us!**
**Wellness With Peers: Atomic Habits (6-week virtual course)**
🗓 Wednesdays | ⏰ 7:00 PM CST | 💻 Online
A link to the class will be posted weekly, approximately 1 hour before the class begins.
We’ll break it down into simple steps, real-life examples, discussion, and tools you can use right away. No judgment—just support, growth, and encouragement.

11/25/2025

With the first of the big holidays coming up this week, don’t forget to take care of **YOURSELF**. 💛

So much of the season is about giving — the cleaning, the shopping, the cooking, the “making everything just right” for everyone else. In the middle of all that, it’s easy to forget to actually *enjoy* it. I know I’ve spent years worrying so much about things being perfect that I missed really soaking in the clean house with the pretty decorations, the delicious food, and most importantly… the people I love. 🥹🧡

This year, maybe we try something different:
✨ Stress less, enjoy more.
✨ Remember you are your own biggest critic. The things you’re stressing over are probably things your guests won’t even notice.
✨ Don’t be afraid to ask for help. You might be surprised how willing people are to jump in. A family meal feels a lot more like *family* when everyone helps. 🥰

And most importantly: **don’t forget to take a little time for YOU.**
When you need a moment, take it — even if it’s just a few minutes. Step away, breathe, relax, and come back to your center if you’re feeling a little off. 🕊️

Wishing all of you a warm, peaceful, and love-filled Thanksgiving. 🦃🍂❤️

11/06/2025

🎉💖 **TONIGHT!** Our new Wellness With Peers class kicks off at **7:00 p.m. CST (Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025)** — and **everyone is welcome!** 🌟

We’re diving into ***I ♥ Me: The Science of Self-Love* by David R. Hamilton** 📘✨
It’s a **6-week**, once-a-week series, **just over an hour**, **totally virtual**, and **100% FREE (as always!)** 🙌🆓

Expect laughter, real tools, supportive community, and a kinder relationship with yourself. Come as you are—leave feeling lighter, brighter, and more you. 🌈💛

👉 **RSVP via FB Messenger at “Wellness With Peers.”**
📞 **Questions? Call/Text: 262-229-0828**

Tag a friend who should be there with you tonight! 👯‍♀️💬
Virtual hugs may not be pretty 🤗😂… but the growth is gorgeous. See you at 7!

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10/22/2025

✨ I ❤️ Myself: A Journey of Self-Love**

A 6-Week Guided Experience with Jacquie Kennerson & Wellness With Peers

What if the love you’ve been searching for has been waiting *within you* all along?
This six-week course isn’t just a class — it’s a gentle, powerful journey to reconnect with the most important relationship you’ll ever have: the one with yourself.

Each week, we’ll gather in a safe, supportive space to explore self-worth, inner dialogue, kindness, boundaries, and healing. Through guided discussions, reflections, and simple but life-changing exercises, you’ll learn how to quiet the inner critic, speak to yourself with compassion, and finally start showing up for *you*.

💕 What You’ll Experience:

* 🌿 **Weekly guided sessions** focused on self-love, inner kindness, and empowerment.
* 🪞 **Practical tools & affirmations** to reshape the way you see yourself.
* 🧠 **Insightful exercises & worksheets** designed to help you grow from the inside out.
* 🫂 A safe, welcoming community where you can share — or simply *be*.
* ✨ A life-changing reminder: *you are already enough.*

🗓️ Details:

**Length:** 6 weeks
**Facilitator:** Jacquie Kennerson
**Location:** Online / Group Setting
**Cost:** Free (donations welcome)
**Start Time:** 7:00 PM CST

📱 Call or text with questions **262-229-0828**
💻 Follow us on Facebook: *Wellness With Peers*
*Check us out at
WWW.WELLNESSWITHPEERS.ORG

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🪷 *“This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about finally embracing the beautiful, strong, worthy person you already are.”

Link to join: https://meet.google.com/qao-txzv-fgr
This link will be the same every week and reposted before the start of the meeting each week.

10/22/2025

Deep.

10/22/2025

Stay weird, stay random and stay wild! And always, always... BE WHO YOU ARE!

09/28/2025

09/28/2025

Some days these things are all I can do before feeling exhausted.

09/22/2025

Please, reassure those struggling that they can make it... not tell them what they're doing wrong.