In my newsletter, Onwards, I share personal stories and advice to help you become a higher version of yourself. If you’re looking to explore and release the things that are dragging you down, and are ready to fill that space with acceptance and a growth mentality, then Onwards is for you.
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Break the chains of judgement
As an empath and psychic medium, I’m naturally a sensitive person. And you know what? It seems like my sensitivity keeps getting stronger as I get older. So, I’ve had to make some changes to take of myself.…
Follow the breadcrumbs
Last month, I had a work event at my college where I was invited to have lunch with some local stakeholders. Although I like networking and supporting my college, I wasn’t feeling too excited about it. It was…
The power of perception
I have two clients named Anna Z. Can you believe it? How lucky am I? They’re both amazing women with unique stories, and I feel privileged to be a part of their journeys.The other day I had an…
The stories in our bodies
There’s a saying that I 100% agree with. “The issues are in our tissues.”This means our emotional, mental and spiritual ailments connect to our body. Simply put, if you’re experiencing something in the body, chances are, there is…
Never assume…Get curious instead
Sometimes, my hero complex switches on and suddenly I’m in ‘rescuer mode’ trying to ‘save’ someone or ‘fix’ a situation. This heroism takes on many forms… Recently, my husband Ron came home upset about something that happened at…
3 ways to stop self-sabotaging
Procrastinating.Avoiding.Using a tone that’s not from our best self, then spending the day feeling guilty about it (I know this one well from my personal experiences. I’m sorry, babe.)Binging food, medication, alcohol or other… Or trying to be so…
Signs are subtle
February 6th was my 38th birthday, my 38th trip around the sun.Two days before my special day, I asked Spirit to send me some special gifts to help me celebrate.On my birthday morning, I went to Orangetheory Fitness. I figured getting active…
Everything happens in perfect timing
Last month, I was in Virginia enjoying a meditation retreat at the Monroe Institute. Side note: I highly recommend their Gateway program if you’re looking for a space to reflect, heal and explore your consciousness while enjoying mountain air,…
Manifesting your New Year’s dreams
Welcome to the New Year bright light.2023 has a bold and accelerated quality to it. No doubt many people, including you, are looking to turn dreams into reality – but before you set out, let’s focus on approaching…
Your ordinary is extraordinary
Two weeks ago, after a long day of teaching business to my undergrad students, I stopped at a fast-casual restaurant for comfort food. Even though I love teaching, sometimes between the commute, the stimulation overload (questions popping, emails…
Don’t bite the bait
One of the many many things I continue to work on in this lifetime is not ‘biting the bait’ when I feel triggered by someone else’s words or actions. As my mentor April puts it, I need to be careful…
Shift happens!
In mid-2021, I realized I wanted the new experience of working at a metaphysical shop – and I wanted it bad. I wanted an established community where I could be whisked away to a fast-paced and fun, high-vibing…
Don’t put up with it!
A few weeks ago, a new client Ellen (alias for privacy) booked a mediumship call with me. When Ellen came onto the Zoom call, her shoulders were tense, almost folded forward. She wore a frown. This of course…
Lean into the energy of Fall
A universal feeling most of us want more of is ease and flow. Wouldn’t you agree?You probably wouldn’t start an intense cleaning project at 9pm because the late evening hours feel like a time for rest and creative…
Life is hard
The last few months have been hard.I was sick twice from overworking myself. When will I learn?I got into an altercation with my boss. This one absolutely sucked as it triggered a lot of self-worth and validation issues within me.My…
Here’s that energy boost you’ve been looking for
“I want more energy” is something I hear frequently from my intuitive life coaching clients. My lawyer client wants more time to work on his music side project, or a burnt-out project manager and mother of three needs help finding…
Healing doesn’t mean that hurt doesn’t exist
I am a trauma survivor.Dad was an alcoholic and verbally abusive. “What are you, stupid?” was his turn of phrase for me, and I wouldn’t see him for days as he’d work from dawn until dusk hit. Then…
Your soul knows best
My long-time client Harper is navigating a Dark Night of the Soul. Hi Harper! Thanks for letting me share this beautiful story.A Dark Night of the Soul is a time of deep spiritual depression and awakening. It’s when our ego is being…
Language matters
There’s a lot of conversation happening right now on the terms we use to describe people and how we say them. New terms and phrases have been coined. Past terms are being evaluated and labeled as offensive, racist,…
Financial abundance is yours; here’s how
With costs rising and the economy uncertain, it’s time for many of us to financially reset. This means honoring where we’re at and making changes accordingly.Oftentimes, when things financially change (like gas prices hiking or rent going up)…
Say ‘yes’ to offers of help
On Mother’s Day I went to a morning yoga class with a new teacher, Val. She opened the class by offering us all beautiful red roses. As she walked around the room, wishing us Happy Mother’s Day and…
It all works out
The other day, I wanted to get my nails done, but I wasn’t close to my usual place by work (I knooooow. Big life problems I’m reporting here). So, I had a decision to make. I wasn’t sure…
The world is heavy: Here’s how I cope
I originally started this blog post with several examples of what makes the world heavy. I stopped and decided to delete those examples and start this blog again.Why?Because you know what makes the world heavy. Especially now. If you’re reading…
Stop feeling bad about feeling good
From time to time, I touch myself for pleasure. I choose to do this for the joy and rejuvenation effects, for the “I love myself and deserve to feel good” vibes. The action isn’t against my religion or…
I self-sabotaged
My sister Kelley came to stay with me a few weeks ago.Late one night, we fought about parenting stuff – we clearly didn’t agree on how to approach a situation with one of our kiddos. Words were exchanged.…
If you have the chance, take it
I’m a business professor at a local community college and attended our large faculty meeting a few weeks ago. Our guest speaker was Steve Griggs, CEO of the Tampa Bay Lightning.Steve kicked off his presentation stating he’d be…
Signs are all around us
A few days a month I work at a super cute metaphysical shop (if you’re in the Palm Harbor area, come and check us out. I offer psychic and mediumship readings, demonstrations and workshops and would love to have…
Allow yourself to be human
The other morning, when dropping Charlie off at Puppy Palace (yup! He’s spoiled and yes, they have a salt water pool for my ‘boujee’ pup), I led him into the main waiting room with no leash and collar…
Decisions, decisions
At least several times a week a client asks for my help in making a decision. And fortunately, I’m there to assist.I’ll tap in energetically to give my read on a certain situation. I’ll offer advice from my lived…
Don’t sweat the small stuff
Dad treasured his wood furniture. Every week, he’d break out the Pine-Sol and polish his tables, his bedframe and his Lane cedar hope chest. He cherished his wooden possessions so much so, that when we were younger, he…
The truth about being a psychic medium
I’m a psychic medium.I blend with the energies of my sitter (aka my client) and their loved ones in spirit to deliver evidence that their departed loved one still exists. The evidence comes in many forms:“I know when you see blue…
I’ve been talking to my pinky toe
We’re starting this blog with a flashback. Picture this: It’s around noon on a weekend, I’m maybe seven years old, and it’s time for lunch. I march down to the cellar – barefooted – to snag a glass…
I stopped wearing deodorant
Yes, you read that right, I’ve stopped wearing deodorant. For the most part anyways. You may be wondering why I think my pits are any of your business? I’ll explain so keep reading.Okay…I’ve been on this ‘eliminate toxins…
Let’s celebrate
It’s been a year since I started this blog. Every week for the last year, I’ve set aside some time to write (well, except when I had Covid… and that one time I completely forgot what day it…
I’m having a hard time
A few months ago in my blog A Red Light Can Be A Green Light in Disguise I wrote about an unexpected family tragedy that caused my family shock, confusion and pain. It rocked our world and since then, I’d…
Take real perceptions over blind assumptions
A dear friend finally found the courage to share a piece of her writing with me. I had been asking for about a year, anxiously awaiting to experience her art. So when a piece of her writing hit…
Are You In Or Out?
If you’re like me, you’ll do something meant to give you pleasure. My pleasure comes from things like walking in nature (hello my Florida mangroves!) or reading spiritual guidance books. And if you’re like me, then you’ll feel a…
Yup, I Was Scared
For the last few years, I’ve done a fair job maintaining my physical health and weight. I aim to walk at least 3 miles a day (ohhhhhh how I love my walks). I get my greens in, usually…
The Power In ‘And’
This is a long one and rambly, but worth it (in my humble opinion). I’m hoping it gives you new perspective, makes you feel less alone and gives you a resource to share with others who may need it.Okay, consider…
Do Healing Your Own Way
My hubby Ron is a project coordinator for maintenance operations at our local hospital. Yes, I know, he is a total badass. The other week, Ron received an emergency request to build bunk beds (of sort) for the morgue so…
Why You Need A ‘No’ To Get A ‘Yes’
I get rejected – a lot. I’d be lying if I told you it doesn’t hurt. Even though I know my worth. Even though I’ve experienced rejection thousands of times: it still stings. When I get a ‘no’ all…
Coitus And Communication
I was feeling a little frisky the other day as I stood over my husband Ron while he sat on my desk chair. I leaned into him and started to rub his arms and chest. After a few…
I made a mistake
A few weeks ago, I made an admin mistake at one of the colleges where I work. I won’t bore you with the mechanics of what I did (or more accurately what I didn’t do), but know I…
As An Empath, Here’s How I Protect Myself
I’m an empath. I feel the emotions and energies of others deeply, and I can take on their emotions.Perhaps you’re an empath too? Are you told that you’re too sensitive?Will your mood change drastically when you’re with others?…
A Red Light Can Be A Green Light In Disguise
Okay, full disclosure: I’m stealing the red light/green light concept from Matthew McConaughey’s memoir Greenlights. If you haven’t read it yet, I highly recommend it and don’t worry, there are no spoilers in this blog. Now that that’s out…
Beautifully Bold Boundaries
I’ve never been good at setting and keeping boundaries. I’ll chalk it up to my people-pleasing tendencies as a child and young adult. “Danielle, can you help me with A, B and C?” someone would ask. “Sure,” a tired…
Here’s How To Attract Financial Abundance
Today, I have something extra special for you: I’m going to share a few of my financial abundance tips. All I ask is that when the money starts rolling in, you remember me and give me half of…
Ego Versus Intuition
My intuitive coaching clients regularly ask me a version of, “I have this voice inside of me when I’m trying to make a decision, but how can I tell if it’s the TrueMe talking or my ego?” It’s a great…
It’s a part of being human
“Color the entire page, even the background. You can’t move to a different picture until you finish that one completely. I still see some white space on the page…” “Eat it all. I don’t care that you don’t…
Only You Get To Decide If It’s Ego
In 2019, I graduated with my Doctor of Business Administration from the University of South Florida. This was huge for me.Success always seemed like a losing battle. A doctorate degree, let alone finishing high school would have been alien to…
Are you having fun?
As I was scrolling through Instagram, a post caught my eye. It asked, “How many books have you read in your lifetime?” Pondering that question, I got emotional.If I counted the number of how-to books I’ve read on…
Reading Recommendations From Yours Truly
If you’re like me, when you think about summer, you think about reading. There’s just something extra special about sitting on the porch with a lemonade and a book or perhaps taking a book to the beach, enjoying…
It’s not about you
Over the last few months, I’ve passed along several ‘I’m here for you if you want to talk’ messages to acquaintances and friends. I’d see something on Facebook that showed me they were struggling; maybe a less than…
School’s Out For Summer
This business professor is officially on summer break! It’s been a looooong year teaching my classes online and via Zoom and I’m excited for the r&r.It’s been a hard year too. I’ve missed the face-to-face energy of my…
The Weird Is Your Oyster
Do you think you’re weird, but maybe you’re not happy or completely comfortable with that weirdness? Perhaps you look down on yourself for being different?If so, I’m hoping my list of things that probably qualify me as ‘weird’…
From Shame To Acceptance: It’s Possible
I have herpes type 1 (HSV-1). Yes, you read that right: I have herpes and I’m sharing that with you (well not literally so don’t worry). Remember, we can’t take ourselves too seriously. So why am I telling you this? Because…
Flip Your Funk: Finding Your Creative Shift
The other night I was in the shower trying to force ideas for this exact blog post.“Come on Danielle, think… Okay, just think. There’s got to be something in there…You need an idea, just one before the shower gets cold.” Queue…
Liar, Liar, My Pants Were On Fire
On Good Friday, I walked into the kitchen and saw my fourteen-year-old son Aaron on his phone. Unbelievable. On his phone again when I just asked him to do the dishes. My blood boiled. I puffed out my cheeks and squinted…
When hate is okay
The other day, me and my good friend Ella were catching up and offering each other intuitive guidance. One of the many things I appreciate about our relationship is we rarely stay surface level. We skip the small…
I’m Busy But Not Too Busy
Lately, I’ve been busy. Like, busy-busy thanks to parenting, writing, coaching, teaching, grading, walking, reading, researching, cooking, cleaning and a bunch of other ***‘ing things ;). I wish funning was a word because that would be on the list too. As you…
That Mistake I Made Wasn’t A Mistake
A few weeks ago, in my Learn by doing newsletter, I talked about how I unintentionally interrupted Shawna, the host of The Quantum Shift when she had me on her podcast as a guest. The days that followed, I wasted time and…
Right Brain Secrets: Unlock Your Intuition
For many years, I’d always known there were two sides of the brain, and that each side contributed differently to how we function. It wasn’t until a few years ago that I began to dive deeper into this…
Learn by doing
For the last few years, I’ve been intentionally hermitting, focused on going inward so I could finish my memoir about my Dark Night of the Soul. My debut book is about my spiritually guided journey to heal past wounds,…
How I navigate impostor syndrome
Last week, I sent my memoir off for copywriting. I have to say that again because damn, does that feel good! My memoir (somebody pinch me, is this real?!) is in the copywrite stage. After almost three years, my…
Check on your strong friends
My son Aaron, a freshman in high school, said to me casually one night a couple months ago, “I’m not doing too good in my AP class. I’m at a ‘C’.” Even though he had never received a…
8 tips to bring more love into your relationship
Today is Ron and I’s 15th wedding anniversary. Our lives are filled with hikes and neighborhood walks together (with Charlie of course), us rooting our son Aaron on at football or wrestling events, excursions to new and familiar places,…
Happy birthday to me and YOU
Tomorrow is my birthday. I may or may not be telling you this so you send me over some birthday love – or cake, I love cake. I’ll be 36. Yes, I know this is a shocker as I look…
Remove negativity
Thanks to 2020, I, like many others, have been in survivor mode: Protecting my physical, emotional and mental health has been my top priority. With the heightened focus on me, I’ve found it much easier to say ‘no’ to people…
I nominated myself and you should too
Towards the end of last year, Hillsborough Community College where I’m a business instructor, recognized me as a finalist for their Champion of Diversity Award. I was and am still honored. I promote diversity and inclusion in a variety of…
What if death wasn’t morbid?
A few months ago, during a Compensation and Benefits class I was teaching, I encouraged students to ‘think outside the box’ when it came to the benefits they’d like to see their employers offer on top of the…
Believe In Your Worth, Not The Numbers
After I write an article and share it on social media, I find myself all too eagerly awaiting the likes, comments and shares. I know I shouldn’t need validation that I’m putting out meaningful work, but it usually takes my ego 15…
The Power of Opening Up
During an advanced career workshop I facilitated a few months ago, one of the attendees (we’ll call him Tim) raised his hand. “You may be surprised by this question, but do you have any advice for when and…
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Regret The Past
The other night, in bed with my husband Ron, I said, “Did you see that thing your brother posted? I really liked it. It asked, ‘If you could go back in time to your 18-year-old self, what advice…
If You Don’t Know Why, Ask Me
The other morning, when my 14-year-old son Aaron asked me where I was going, I cheerfully responded, “To my eyelash appoint.”Aaron’s nose crinkled as he gave me a judgy look, “Why do you try to be someone you’re not?…
Do you know what a Dark Night of the Soul is?
A few days ago, a friend texted me, “So what the heck is a Dark Night?” His question was in response to coming across the free event I posted on Facebook happening December 10th called, A Dark Night of the Soul…
I listened to my true self
Every morning, I aim to walk 3 miles before I do any computer work. I like walking, I really do, but sometimes keeping active feels like a chore. Lately, the conversation in my head sounds something like this: The…
I hated her for being pretty and kind
Years ago, my husband, 6-year-old son Aaron and I were at the grocery store. When we turned the corner past the canned soups and veggies aisle, someone caught Aaron’s attention. His eyes twinkled and his smile extended from…
Expect more typos from me
I recently completed a 10-week advanced memoir writing class with a well-known writing school. I gained tons of valuable tips for my memoir: how to find the right balance between action and reflection, how to create engaging dialogue…
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