It’s never too late—at any age, anytime, anywhere.
Freedom Within You shines brightest.
Feel Like YOU Again—Without Starting Over
Do you feel like you’ve outgrown the roles that once defined you—caregiver, achiever, peacemaker—and somewhere along the way, you lost yourself? Reinvention doesn’t mean starting over—it means reconnecting with the real you. Together, we’ll redesign your days—one tiny, honest step at a time—so you can create a life that feels free, authentic, and aligned with who you truly are. Freedom isn’t about a massive leap; it starts right where you are.
No pressure—one simple step to clarity and a life that feels like YOU again. You’ll leave with a clear plan, renewed hope, and the confidence to move forward.
“When what I thought was my forever relationship ended, I felt lost. But one tiny step—walking into Mimi’s groomer & dog spa to share my vision—opened the door to Mimi’s Doggie Playhouse. That single step reignited my confidence, joy, and purpose. If you’re standing at your own edge, remember: your first tiny step is enough.”
The Freedom Promise
Redesign your life—without starting over.
Reclaim your time: take back your calendar so it reflects what truly matters to you.
Renew your energy: wake up steady, not stretched thin—use simple rhythms that support you every day.
Remember your identity: rediscover the real you—not the version the world expects.
Anchor: Each week, we choose one small, meaningful action tied to your Why—your Weekly Win. Tiny steps create momentum, build confidence, and lead to lasting change.
At-a-glance outcomes
In 30 days: Feel lighter and more grounded by setting and holding one honest boundary, reclaiming time for yourself, and proving you can trust your decisions again. Start to see glimpses of the real you re-emerge.
In 90 days: A clear, repeatable system aligned with your values. Wake up with steady energy and purpose, confident in creating a life that feels like YOU again—free from guilt, overwhelm, or outside expectations.
Mindset First — The Real Wall Is the Story
The biggest barriers are often the stories we tell ourselves. You can rewrite them.
Name the story: “This is just how life is.” / “It’s too late to change.”
Shift the lens: “I can choose one small step that changes how I see this.”
Prove it: Take one Weekly Win (5–10 min) that gathers evidence for the new story.
Micro-move idea: Journal one thing you’re grateful for (3–5 min).
Weekly review (5 min): What shifted because of this?
Why This Is Different
“Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.” — Maya Angelou
Mindset Before Tactics
Together, we’ll uncover and rewrite the beliefs, roles, and expectations that kept you stuck or playing small. Then we’ll align boundaries, rhythms, and plans so you can step into the life you’re ready to create—with confidence and clarity.
Faith-Driven Freedom
Faith in God is my foundation, and I honor that faith is personal. This isn’t about pressure—it’s about leaning into grace, trusting the journey, and knowing you’re never alone. Together, we’ll align your goals and values so your life feels authentically yours, grounded in faith and freedom.
“Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17
Small Steps, Big Change
Forget overwhelm. Real change happens through tiny, honest steps that build momentum—even in the busiest seasons of life.
Proven Tools, Personal Touch
We use the research-backed Energy Leadership Index (ELI) and real-life coaching to shift more than behavior—we’ll transform your energy, mindset, and the way you show up.
How It Works — The Freedom in Place Method (F.R.E.E.D.O.M.)
Each step is a small hinge that swings a big door. Every move ties to your bigger promise—and to your Why.
“Real change happens one step at a time.” — Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Foundation — Clarity & Vision
Uncover what’s holding you back and define what freedom looks like now—anchored in your Why.
Micro this week: Set your Why as your lock screen; block one 30-minute focus window.
Realign — Rewrite the Story
Surface GAILs (gremlins, assumptions, interpretations, limiting beliefs) and create short VOICE scripts for real moments.
Micro this week: Replace one “never enough” thought with a 1-line new story and read it aloud daily.
Empower — Boundaries with Love
Practice one honest boundary so your yes and no match your values.
Micro this week: Set one boundary that protects your time; say the script once.
“Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind.” — Brené Brown
Energize — Steady Rhythms You Can Keep
Small, sustainable resets for sleep, movement, and stress—on real weeks.
Micro this week: 10-minute wind-down or a short walk 3× this week.
Design — A Simple 90-Day Plan
Map 3 milestone outcomes and 12 Weekly Wins so you always know the next tiny step.
Micro this week: Choose your next 3 Weekly Wins and put them on the calendar.
Ownership — Proof & Self-Trust
Replace the old story with evidence you can rely on; track wins and learn fast.
Micro this week: End each day with one sentence: “Proof I lived my Why today: ____.”
Momentum — Celebrate, Learn, Repeat
A 5-minute Friday ritual to keep your Why alive and scale what works.
Micro this week: What win proves I lived my Why? What shifted? What’s my next tiny step?
THE THREAD — How Tiny Steps Create Big Change
Weekly Win (anchor): one small, meaningful action tied to your Why.
Examples: say one honest no; block 30 minutes to recharge; take one step toward a boundary or habit you’ve been avoiding.Momentum Thread (optional daily cue): “What’s one small thing I can do today to support my Weekly Win?”
Keep it tiny: send one email, clear a space, visualize success for 2 minutes.Weekly Review & Celebrate (5 min): Did I follow through? What shifted? What’s my next step?
Why Anchor (always visible): 1-sentence Why, 3-word mantra, visible reminder (lock screen, sticky, or calendar title).
In-session accountability: each week we review wins, run a Weekly Why Check, and pick your next Weekly Win—simple and focused.
Your 90-day Freedom Map: 12 Weekly Wins that connect your Why to outcomes you care about—time, energy, identity.
A Tiny Step → Real Change (Personal Snapshot)
Before: When what I thought was my forever relationship ended, I felt lost.
First tiny step: I walked into Mimi’s groomer & dog spa, shared my vision, and asked how to begin.
What shifted: That conversation opened the door to Mimi’s Doggie Playhouse and lifelong friendships.
Result: Confidence returned. Community grew. Eventually I hired a life coach—then trained to become one.
Takeaway: One honest boundary + one Weekly Win is enough to start. Your proof builds from there.
Who This Is For
You’ve spent years living for others—wearing roles like caregiver, overachiever, or peacemaker. Now you’re ready to rediscover who you are.
Before → After snapshots
Caregiver Who Disappeared: exhausted → guilt-free time that restores you and strengthens relationships.
Overachiever Who Feels Empty: busy & burned out → fewer, more meaningful commitments and the peace of being present.
“I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” — Louisa May AlcottPeacemaker Who Can’t Say No: resentment & overcommitment → one honest no that brings calm, respect, and relief.
Empty Nester Feeling Lost: “what’s next?” → a renewed sense of purpose and a week that reflects it.
Burned-Out Professional: ladder on the wrong wall → work aligned with your values + boundaries that protect your time.
Woman Starting Over: overwhelm & uncertainty → a simple, doable plan that builds steady momentum and hope.
Skim or dive: Scroll to your roadmap or take the 2-minute Freedom Archetype Quiz to find your starting step.
Personalized Paths
Caregivers — Caregiver Who Disappeared • Caretaker of Aging Parents
Reinvent how you care for yourself so you can give from abundance, not exhaustion.
High Achievers — Overachiever Who Feels Empty • Perfectionist Who Is Exhausted
Redefine success on your terms; let go of perfect and choose what matters.
Identity Seekers — Midlife Reinventor • Woman Lost in Her Career • Woman Who Thinks It’s Too Late
Gain clarity, claim confidence, and design a life aligned with who you are now.
Dreamers & Doers — Dreamer Who Is Stuck • Overwhelmed Single Mom
Turn ideas into tiny steps and build momentum that fits real life.
What You Get
12 weeks of private 1:1 coaching (weekly 60-minute sessions via Zoom or phone).
Energy Leadership Index (ELI) with deep-dive debrief in Week 1 and comparative re-assessment at the end to bookend your growth.
Your personalized 90-Day Freedom Map so you always know the next step.
Momentum tools that fit your life: Weekly Win Planner, optional Daily-1 micro-moves, Lite Smart Track for heavy weeks, and simple weekly review prompts.
Personalized support as needed: boundary scripts, visual anchors, habit reminders, and 5-minute resets.
What Freedom Looks Like in Midlife
Freedom isn’t just a dream—it’s practical and possible. Together, we’ll design a life that feels like YOU again, one tiny, honest step at a time.
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation.” — Audre Lorde
Time autonomy: own your calendar; trim obligations that drain you.
Energy & health: steady, midlife-aware rhythms for sleep, movement, and recovery.
Financial steadiness: clear priorities and confident everyday decisions.
Meaningful work: contribution that fits your values—even if title/pay stay the same.
Boundaries that stick: say no without guilt; build relationships that respect your limits.
Calm home: less clutter; spaces that restore you.
Self-expression: voice, wardrobe, and creativity that feel like you.
Joy & adventure: small doses of fun and novelty—not just duty.
Legacy & impact: mentor, volunteer, or create something that outlasts you.
Inner peace & faith: a settled heart and daily anchors that keep you grounded.
How we make it happen: Your 90-day Freedom Map turns these into simple weekly moves. Daily-1 (5–10 minutes) keeps it doable; Lite Smart Track carries momentum through heavy weeks.
The Cost of Waiting
Let’s get real—what does staying where you are truly cost you?
In 6 weeks: More yeses you don’t mean. More days stretched thin, saying “I’ll figure it out later.”
In 6 months: Less energy, more resentment. A calendar that still doesn’t reflect the life you want.
In 5 years: The same story, just heavier—missed moments, lost opportunities, and a self that feels further away.
Flip it—90 days from now:
Clear boundaries that protect your time and energy.
A steady Daily-1 habit that builds momentum—even on your busiest days.
A week that finally feels like yours again—aligned with your values, goals, and joy.
Tiny reality check: Write this down—“If not now, when?” Then ask: What’s one tiny, honest step I can take today? (Maybe it’s booking your Clarity Session. Maybe it’s one honest no.) Waiting isn’t standing still—it’s sliding backward.
FAQs
How can I set boundaries and stop people-pleasing without guilt?
We’ll practice short, kind, direct scripts so you can say no with grace and protect your time. Together, we’ll shift the story under the habit and prove—through Weekly Wins—that your values lead the way.
Can coaching help with midlife energy struggles?
Yes. While I’m not a doctor, we’ll design simple rhythms for sleep, stress, and steady energy that fit your real life. Coaching turns guidance into doable steps.
What is the ELI, and how does it help me?
The Energy Leadership Index (ELI) is a research-backed attitudinal assessment that reveals how you tend to respond day-to-day and under stress. We use it at the start and end to bookend your growth and make it visible.
How long are sessions, and how do we meet?
Private 1:1 sessions are 60 minutes weekly, via Zoom or phone. Your Week-1 ELI Debrief is 60–90 minutes.
What happens in the Clarity Session?
A focused 20 minutes to clarify what matters now, name your first step, and see if we’re a fit. You’ll leave with a simple plan—whether we work together or not.
Is Daily-1 required?
No. Daily-1 is optional. Your Weekly Win is the anchor of progress.
What are Weekly Wins?
One small, meaningful action you commit to finishing this week that moves your 90-day Freedom Map forward.
What if my week is chaotic?
We switch to Lite Smart Track—one tool, one action, one win—so progress continues without pressure.
Is this therapy?
No. Coaching is forward-looking and skill-building. We focus on awareness, choice, action, and kind accountability.
How is faith integrated?
Faith is welcome and client-led. If you choose, we can include a brief prayer, silence, or reflection. Coaching is centered on your goals and values.
Meet Jane — My Kintsugi Journey: Finding Strength in the Cracks
If you’ve ever felt like life’s cracks have broken you, I’m here to tell you—they’re where your strength and beauty begin. When I was five, my father was killed in Vietnam. Decades later, in one of the hardest seasons of my life, I served in a California fire camp on a helitack team, fighting wildland fires. In the heat and intensity, I discovered grit, courage, and resilience I didn’t know I had. Those cracks didn’t break me—they became the foundation for redesigning my life.
I’ve been the woman who smiled on the outside but felt invisible inside—the woman who carried too much, said yes when I wanted to say no, and wondered if it was too late for me. I also found a way to break free—from old roles, outdated rules, and the “not enough” story. Now, I help midlife women do the same.
Lessons From Love — Growth Through Connection
As the only child to my mom, Kazue, and the only parent to Sachi, I’ve felt the weight of being the anchor. Those seasons taught me faith, forgiveness, and perseverance—and that love, even when messy, is the foundation of everything.
Everyday Joys — The Gold in Simple Moments
Morning coffee with my plants. Reconnecting with creativity through piano and painting. Simple moments with my kitties, Maximus and Queenie. Orangetheory workouts to steady my energy. Quiet nights with a good documentary. Time with loved ones—board games, shared meals, and laughter. These simple moments remind me that joy doesn’t come from perfection—it comes from embracing the beauty in the everyday.
These simple moments remind me, and the women I coach, that joy doesn’t come from perfection. It grows in everyday life when you choose, one tiny, honest step. You can find that joy, too.
What I’m Honored to Share With You
Creator of the Freedom Within You™ approach and the Freedom in Place™ Method—a blend of iPEC Core Energy Coaching, the research-backed ELI, and my Macro-Micro Thread Method.
Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP); proud member of the ICF.
Seven years of coaching experience in growth-focused communities.
A diverse career spanning private industry, banking, government, labor, and serial entrepreneurship—practical strategies that meet real life.
Proud single mother and advocate.
Your story doesn’t end where it breaks—it begins again. Let’s uncover your gold.