My Story

I used to feel so disconnected from my own inner knowing. Deep down, the rebel inside of me knew I wasn’t being true to myself. I could hear her—loud and clear—telling me this wasn’t it, that I was pretending, playing it safe, or fitting into someone else’s idea of who I should be. But even though I heard her, I didn’t listen. I kept ignoring her, convincing myself that following the ‘expected’ path was easier than stepping into the unknown.

It was like I was trapped in this tug-of-war between my truth and the version of me the world wanted to see. And when it came to using my voice, I could feel it bubbling up inside, ready to break free, but I just couldn’t let it out. Speaking from that place of inner knowing felt too risky, too disruptive, like I was about to shatter the illusion I had built around myself. It took a long time to finally stop silencing that inner voice and let the rebel inside me lead the way to who I really was.

I remember the frustration of not being able to express myself the way I wanted. In my head, everything was clear. I knew what I wanted to say, how I wanted to be, but somehow, the words would come out all wrong. They’d be watered down, or they’d twist into something that didn’t feel like me at all. I felt like I was constantly battling this invisible barrier, trying to push through, but never fully breaking free.

A big part of it was the influence of others—family, friends, society—everyone had an opinion about who I should be, what I should want, and how I should behave. It was like I was living on a stage, performing a role that had been written for me long before I knew I had a choice in the matter. I didn’t realize it at the time, but every time I let someone else’s expectations shape my decisions, I was losing a piece of myself.

Change started to take place when I wanted something more than I was afraid of dealing with backlash. I reached a point where the discomfort of staying small, of staying quiet, was greater than the fear of what others would think. I knew I had to make a move that felt true to me, even if it meant distancing myself rom the people and influences that had shaped me for so long.

The biggest turning point came when I decided to go to massage school. Although there had been other major moves in my life that led me to this moment, this was the one where everything clicked. I had been searching for something deeper, something that felt like it was mine. And it was in massage school that I began to truly understand myself—not just as a mind trying to navigate the world, but as a body, a vessel of energy, and a spirit with a purpose.

As I dove into the world of bodywork, I started to unravel layers of myself I didn’t even know were there. I realized how disconnected I had been from my own body, from my own energy. I had been so focused on living up to external expectations that I hadn’t noticed the wealth of wisdom and power within me. Through learning the language of touch, energy, and somatic awareness, I began to piece myself back together—mind, body, and spirit. It wasn’t just about learning a skill, it was a process of coming home to myself.

The more I learned, the more I knew that this wasn’t just about me. The clarity that this was my life’s work became undeniable. I could feel the pull of something bigger, a calling to guide others through the same process of rediscovery and reconnection that had transformed me. As I deepened my understanding of bodywork and energy, I knew there were more layers to uncover—within myself and in the ways I could support others. This realization led me to pursue certification in spiritual mentoring, expanding my toolbox to include practices like meditation, dreamwork, and the art of holding space with curiosity and presence.

It became clear that the integration of body, mind, and spirit was the key to unlocking our true selves. This wasn’t just about learning new modalities; it was about finding a deeper connection to myself, and discovering that this was how I wanted to help others do the same. I knew that so many people felt disconnected, overwhelmed, and unsure of how to access the power within them. Through spiritual mentoring, I learned how to hold a space of curiosity and compassion for others, to walk beside them as they peel back the layers and rediscover who they truly are.

That’s when The Metaphorical Midwife was born—a space where people could reclaim their own stories and step into the fullness of their true selves. TMM became more than just a platform; it became a sanctuary for transformation, where people could find alignment with their inner wisdom and embody the character they were always meant to be. It’s about more than healing—it’s about rebirth.

Core Values

At The Metaphorical Midwife, we deeply value the connection to greater cycles—integrating the rhythmic changes of the seasons, moon phases, stages of a metaphoric pregnancy, and the Tarot’s Fool’s Journey, with the dynamic cycle of the chakras and psychological development stages. This comprehensive framework underscores that personal growth and rebirth are intimately intertwined with the broader, universal cycles that govern all life.

Each aspect of this work is grounded in these deeply rooted principles that guide our journey together. While these foundations may not directly describe the services, they shape every interaction and strategy, ensuring that our work together is rich, meaningful, and aligned with universal truths.

At the heart of our journey together lies a profound truth: life is woven with intricate patterns, rhythms, and cycles that guide our experiences and growth. Recognizing and understanding these patterns in your own life is the key to unlocking the transformative power of our work together. By learning to identify and navigate your personal patterns—whether they manifest in behaviors, relationships, or reactions—you gain the insight and tools necessary to shift your trajectory towards more fulfilling and authentic expressions of self. Here at The Metaphorical Midwife, we are dedicated to helping you explore these patterns, uncover their origins, and master their influences, so you can live a life that truly resonates with your deepest values and aspirations. It would be my honor to walk beside you on this insightful journey to bring clarity, balance, and harmony into every aspect of your being.