This is what showing up for myself looks like for me. I have been a “here but quiet observer” member of the global fam since July 2020. Wow, it will be 6 years this summer! I have seen challenges come and go, but this time. This. Time. I showed up for myself. With 5 kiddos and a husband of 16 years (that is its own challenge) I often feel unseen and never enough under the weight of managing it all….

But now I am stronger, softer, and choosing to feel instead of numbing out (9pm workouts instead of wine, yes please). This community has truly helped save this mama from going over the edge. So thanks Marnie and team! I am forever grateful and so ready to knock out days 31-60!!

My word of the year for 2026 is soften. I’ve had it pinned to my board in my closet since January. How fitting to be reminded of this with February’s theme being softness. For me this impacts not only my own health, but the health of my family and the dynamic in my home. When mama softens, the whole house relaxes. I also have pinned to my board a Marnie quote from a workout that spoke to my spirit….”Deep strength is quiet”. She is soft and quiet, but oh how deeply strong she is!

Looking forward to tomorrows workout….it will be my birthday 🎂and what a way to celebrate!