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Thanksgiving: A Moment to Pause, Remember, and Realign
Thanksgiving has a way of sneaking up on us, doesn’t it? One minute we’re adjusting to the early sunsets and wondering where all our matching socks went, and the next minute we’re elbow-deep in sweet potatoes, trying to decide whether we actually like cranberry sauce or we just eat it because it’s tradition. But beneath the busy, the cooking, and the family dynamics (bless them), Thanksgiving carries something much deeper: a collective pause. The Power of the Pause (Yes, Tha
danaswellnesshaven
2 days ago2 min read


Accountability Partners for Life Transitions
I wrestled with this post longer than I expected. Part of me wanted to call it Chronic Pain because, truthfully, that story is woven through every chapter of my life for the last decade. But I chose Accountability Partner instead—because that’s really the thread that kept me moving forward through every stage, every setback, and every reinvention. And notice I didn’t list the “usual suspects” like divorce, career change, or grief. Life stages are deeply personal, and the mo
danaswellnesshaven
4 days ago2 min read


Peace is Your Power, Not Your Disappearance
Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught that peace meant shrinking. Keeping quiet. Avoiding conflict. Playing small so no one felt uncomfortable. But here’s the truth: Real peace isn’t passive — it’s powerful. Your nervous system knows the difference. False peace feels like walking on eggshells. Real peace feels like coming home to yourself. If you’ve been exhausted, disconnected, overstimulated, or just running on fumes lately… pause. Not to check out, but to check
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 211 min read


When You're Standing at the Edge of Your Next Season
There comes a moment when staying where you are feels heavier than taking the risk to grow. You know it. You feel it in the pit of your stomach, it's that tug that keeps whispering, “It’s time.” But here’s the truth most people avoid: Your next chapter isn’t waiting for perfection. It’s waiting for permission — yours. Maybe you’ve been circling the same decision for months. Maybe you’ve convinced yourself “next week” will magically feel easier. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, tired
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 181 min read


Life Transitions Coach: The Heart Behind My Work - Why Resilience, Compassion, and Clarity Shape Everything I Do
We all carry stories—some loud, some quiet, and some that don’t get shared until much later. My own story includes seasons of uncertainty, emotional exhaustion, and rebuilding from places that felt impossible at the time. These weren’t pretty chapters, but they were transformative ones. Those seasons didn’t break me; they built me. They shaped the way I show up. They taught me how to meet people in the messy middle without judgment or pressure. And from that journey came the
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 172 min read


When You Outgrow a Season Before You Outgrow the People in it.
You ever wake up one day and realize the life you’re living doesn’t quite fit anymore? Like wearing jeans from five years ago — technically they still button, but breathing becomes a luxury. Growth feels like that. There’s a strange gap between who you’re becoming and where you currently are. You’re stretching, expanding, learning… and sometimes the people around you still expect the “old you” to show up. They liked the version of you who didn’t have boundaries. Who said yes
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 142 min read


Grace Isn't Weakness, It's Surrender with a Backbone
Somewhere along the way, people confused grace with being a doormat . “Just be gracious,” they say, which is often code for: "Don't push back, don’t have needs, don’t challenge anything…just smile and take it.” No. Grace is not weakness. Grace is strength under control . Grace is the moment between your trigger and your response. It’s the sacred pause where your nervous system catches up with your spirit. It sounds like: "I could react. I could match your energy. I could def
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 111 min read


The Version of You They Remember Is Not the Version of You God Is Growing
There comes a moment in growth that feels like standing in a doorway. Behind you: the familiar version of you — the one people got used to. Ahead: the version God is shaping — quieter in spirit, stronger in identity, wiser in boundaries. And right in the middle is where it gets hard. Because people will always remember the version of you that benefited them. The agreeable you. The available you. The "I’ll bend so you’re comfortable" you. But God is growing the “I honor my cal
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 92 min read


Coaching vs. Therapy: Why They’re Both Powerful… but Not the Same
If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I need a coach or a therapist?” you’re not alone. Many people hit a point in their lives where they know something needs to change…but they’re not sure what kind of support would actually help. Here’s the simplest breakdown: Therapy helps you understand and heal from the past. Coaching helps you create your future. Both are powerful. Both matter. But they serve different purposes. Therapy Looks Backward. Coaching Moves Forward. Therapy focuses
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 72 min read


Fill Your Cup
I realized something recently. I was doing all the things — the tasks, the errands, the “productive” stuff. My to-do list was cheering, “Great job!” Meanwhile, my spirit was whispering, “Yeah… no.” I was sleeping, but not resting. Moving through the day, but not connected to any of it. Checking boxes like a champ, yet feeling absolutely nothing. That’s when I finally stopped and listened to my intuition, the part of me that actually knows what I need, not what I should nee
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 61 min read


When Your Thyroid Hits the Snooze Button: Understanding Hypothyroidism & Taking Back Your Energy
If your thyroid had a catchphrase, what would it be? For many people with hypothyroidism, including me right now, it’s something like: “I’ll get to it… eventually.” Hypothyroidism happens when the thyroid — a small butterfly-shaped gland in your neck — slows down on producing the hormones that regulate your metabolism, energy, digestion, and mood. It’s tiny, but it runs the show like a power plant for your entire body. When the thyroid underperforms, everything starts lagging
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 43 min read


Not Everyone Can Go Where You're Going
There’s a quiet truth we bump into when we start leveling up: not everyone is meant to go where you’re going. That doesn’t make them wrong. And it doesn’t make you superior. It simply means your paths are no longer aligned. Growth creates forward movement. And movement reveals things: habits, relationships, business collaborations, even the way we speak to ourselves. When you begin to choose clarity, purpose, and aligned action, you naturally separate from anything (or anyon
danaswellnesshaven
Nov 12 min read


The Season of Grace and Grounding
From the Heart of the Haven As the year winds down, life seems to pick up speed. Calendars fill, to-do lists grow, and somewhere between gatherings and good intentions, we forget to pause. This time of year can bring both joy and strain, a mix of celebration and fatigue, connection and quiet longing. But here’s the gentle truth: this season isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence. The holidays, in all their forms, offer us a chance to slow down and remember what matters —
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 311 min read


Midlife as a Launchpad: Reinventing Yourself at 35+
For years, culture painted midlife as a crossroads of decline — the point where youth fades and the best days are supposedly behind us. I never bought into that story. Maybe it’s the coach in me, or maybe it’s the part of me that’s learned the hard way that endings are often disguised beginnings. What I see — in my clients, in friends, and in my own life — is not decline. It’s awakening. Midlife isn’t a crisis; it’s a recalibration. It’s the body whispering, “Slow down and li
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 283 min read


Seeing Clearly: Why Eye Health Deserves More Attention Than We Give It
When was the last time you truly thought about your eyes? Not just noticed them in a mirror or rubbed them after a long day, but really considered how much they do for you. These small yet powerful organs help you take in the world, read your favorite book, see the faces you love — and yet they’re often neglected until something feels off. As we age, the eyes naturally change. It’s common to experience dryness, mild blurriness, or trouble focusing at different distances. But
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 232 min read


The Climb: Finding Strength in the Struggle
There’s a point in every climb when your hands ache, your legs shake, and the summit feels impossibly far. You glance down and realize how high you’ve come and how much farther there is to go. That moment isn’t failure. It’s the invitation. It’s where growth happens. Life has a way of testing our endurance whether through loss, uncertainty, or the quiet weight of carrying responsibilities no one sees. But like the climber pressing upward, each small grip, each mindful breath
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 221 min read


The Quiet Work of Becoming
There’s a season in every life when progress feels invisible. You’re doing the work — showing up, reflecting, releasing, praying — yet the outer world looks unchanged. It’s tempting to think nothing’s happening. But underneath the surface, something sacred is . Becoming isn’t loud. It’s not a lightning bolt of clarity or a checklist of milestones. It’s the gentle, unseen work of the soul rearranging itself into alignment. The body softens where it once clenched. The mind begi
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 211 min read


Listening to the Body's Wisdom: Intuitive Coaching Beyond the Pain
Chronic pain doesn’t just live in the body — it weaves itself into our thoughts, our emotions, and sometimes, our hope. For many, it becomes an unseen companion that shapes daily life. What if, instead of fighting against it, we learned to listen to what the pain is trying to say? Through intuitive coaching, we begin to explore that conversation — one that connects body, mind, and spirit. In this post, I share how tapping into your own inner wisdom can support relief, balanc
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 45 min read


Seasons of Change: Trusting the Transitions of Life
Life is made up of seasons — some we anticipate with joy, and others that catch us off guard. Whether you’re stepping into something new, saying goodbye to what was, or simply standing in the in-between, transitions can stir up uncertainty. Yet within that uncertainty lies an invitation — to grow, to trust, and to rediscover your own resilience. Understanding Life Transitions Life transitions are periods of change that can affect various aspects of your life. They can be plan
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 45 min read


Grace After Loss
Divorce can feel like standing in the middle of a storm that shakes everything you thought was secure. It brings waves of emotion, uncertainty, and an ache that touches every part of your being. Yet even within that storm, there’s an opportunity for deep healing — a chance to rediscover who you are beneath the loss. This post explores how intuitive, grace-centered coaching can support you in moving through divorce with presence and self-compassion. Together, we’ll look at way
danaswellnesshaven
Oct 46 min read
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