
The relationship you have with yourself is the foundation for ALL relationships in your life. So it's important to create a loving foundation with yourself (self-love) because it not only impacts your relationships, but your overall health (physically, mentally, and emotionally) -- as well as it being the key to loving your life.
But sometimes, that is easier said than done because we can be so hard on ourselves and have high expectations. And many times, we don't say the nicest things to ourselves about ourselves.
Join me for ❤️Put A Little Love In Your Heart ❤️ to learn and understand:
❤️ Why we struggle with loving ourselves.
❤️What gets in the way of loving ourselves the way we should.
❤️ Why it is so important to love yourself.
❤️ What exactly self-love is.
❤️ What benefits you experience when you love yourself.
❤️ Practical ways to grow in loving yourself more.
You will leave the masterclass with a greater understanding of yourself, effective strategies to grow in self-love, and be motivated and inspired to start start treating yourself with the kindness, compassion, and acceptance you deserve. 💝
This Valentine's season, along with showing compassion to those you love, take some time to also show yourself some love! ❤️
* 2026 *
Tuesday, February 10, 6:30-7:45pm, ICC Peoria campus. *FREE* To register, click here: Register for Masterclass
Thursday, February 12, 11:30am-12:30pm CST, Webinar - through Dunlap Library, Peoria, IL. *FREE* To register and receive the Zoom link, click here: Register for Webinar
Saturday, February 21, 10:00-11:15am, Pekin Library, Pekin, IL. *FREE* No registration required. Just show up!
❤️ March 9 - April 19, 2026: "Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion" 6-week group coaching program (online). Click here For More Information and to Register ❤️
Thursday, April 23, 6:30-7:45pm, Washington Library. No registration required. Just show up! *FREE*

* Have you been feeling a bit sluggish lately?
* Is it hard to turn off your mind?
* Are you feeling more stressed and overwhelmed these days?
If you answered "yes" to even one of these questions, then I encourage you to join me for my upcoming masterclass!
In this masterclass, you will discover one surprising reason we experience stress and overwhelm, and learn how it affects your overall health—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
I’ll share 3 strategic techniques designed to help you transition from feeling overwhelmed and stressed to experiencing more energy, balanced moods, and a greater sense of calm and presence.
Stress management is essential for living a healthy life, and this masterclass is an investment in your overall well-being.
Remember, you are worth it! ❤️
* 2026 *
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 6:30-7:45pm - ICC Peoria Campus. *FREE*. To register, click here: Register for Masterclass

Many of us imagine retirement as a time to travel, enjoy loved ones, explore hobbies, and finally relax. While we often prepare financially, we rarely prepare for the emotional and identity shifts that come with this major life change. Instead of feeling free and fulfilled, you may find yourself feeling isolated, uncertain, or even grieving the life you knew. You might even ask, Who am I now?
Change is never easy, but it is possible to move through this transition with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Whether you’re already retired or preparing for it soon, this masterclass will guide you in adjusting to this new chapter, so you can create the meaningful, joyful retirement you’ve always envisioned and so deserve.
* 2026 *
Tuesday, September 22, 6:30-7:45pm. ICC Peoria campus. *FREE* Registration details coming soon!

This masterclass is for you if:
🍭You’re wondering why you crave sugar at certain times - and you can't seem to stop eating it
🍭You want to discover what is keeping you stuck in beating this sugar habit so you can get unstuck
🍭You are frustrated because nothing you have tried has helped you conquer your sugar cravings
🍭You’re ready to finally get this sugar and food thing handled so you can feel better about yourself
Do you ever wonder why resisting sugar and sweets is so difficult?
What if I told you that you could possibly be creating some of your sugar cravings yourself?
During my masterclass, I will share insight into why we have cravings and how, unknowingly, we could be creating some of the cravings ourselves. This knowledge is part of the empowerment strategies you can use to take charge of your health transitions.
You will leave the class with a greater understanding of why you experience cravings, what you can do to minimize them, and learn effective ways to satisfy your physical and emotional hunger. This masterclass is a component of our group coaching program designed to enhance self-love and foster healthier habits.
It's time to feel EMPOWERED by taking back control of your health!
This class will be so helpful to you because it comes just in time before you are bombarded by candy and sugar all around you -- before Halloween and the holidays.
Now you will go into the holidays equipped with effective strategies to help you reduce your sugar cravings and not let sugar control you.
So take the time to invest in you and your health. You are worth it! ❤️
* 2026 *
Friday, January 30, 2026 - ICC East Peoria campus - Lunch & Learn, 12:00-1:00pm. *FREE*

If you feel overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list that leads to exhaustion, foggy-brained moments, disconnection from loved ones, emotional shutdowns, and occasional tears, then this masterclass is tailored for you!
Discover 3 strategies that will help you say “YES” to you and your health, even with a busy lifestyle. These strategies will energize you, enhance your patience, build resilience, reduce stress, foster compassion, and improve your ability to care for and be present with others.
Although this masterclass is beneficial for everyone, it is specifically designed for those who struggle to say “no” and who tend to put their needs on the back burner.
* 2026 *
Tuesday, January 20, 6:30-7:30pm CST, Webinar through Dunlap Library, Peoria, IL. *FREE* To register and get the Zoom link, click here: Register for Webinar
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