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Join me on my adventure– narrative shaping, reframing challenges, and counting my blessings! Journaling is a way to help me make sense of my story, getting to know myself and my triggers so I can better serve others and myself. I measure my growth by the quality of decision making, the amount of time it takes me to get over negative emotions, coping mechanism I employ, the element of service I give to others, and the fullness of my emotional need cups. I’ve had a blessed existence but still struggled with depression and shame. In 2019 I was in the most unhealthy relationship of my life, and then had the floor ripped out from under me when I was fired from what I thought was my dream teaching job (because a student found sexy, powerful images of me online).  I allowed myself to wallow in my sadness. Then on 3/30/20 I decided to get better, and the blessings began to reveal themselves. With my new mindset I was able to approach people, opportunities, and love with a magnetic energy. Now in 2021 I live in a mansion in Los Angeles. I drive a brand new Tesla. I am 40 pounds lighter. Most importantly, I laugh. I sing. I dance. My guiding question (How can I find joy and stay grateful) tickles all my curiosities. Journey with me as I reconstruct my personal narrative and learn new vocabulary and concepts that help me make sense of my story.