In 2020, I was wrapping up my first maternity leave and I decided to venture into the unknown. I dived headfirst into graphic design, website creation, and social media marketing, knowing absolutely nothing about any of them. It was a steep climb, but the passion to make a positive difference in people’s lives pushed me forward. Sunshine N Rainbows was born.

Leap to the end of 2023, a year that shook my world. My marriage was falling apart, I was a mother to two young kids, and I had stepped away from the workforce. Becoming a full-time mom, I felt my identity fading into the background. It was time to shake things up. On my 33rd birthday, I decided to take a leap of faith and make the biggest change in my life. It was time to put myself first and realign my mind, body, and soul with my true calling.

I knew it wouldn’t be a walk in the park, but I was ready to take it on. My husband and I had started our relationship with small 30-day challenges which eventually led us to kick the cigarette habit we had picked up as teenagers. I decided to use this 30-day commitment model to transform my life, one month at a time. I am still on this journey, and I have no plans of stopping.

The path has not been easy, but here I am, ready to share my story in the hopes of lighting up someone’s path. What I’ve come to realize is that consistent small changes can lead to profound personal growth. Each month, I zeroed in on different aspects of my life, ranging from physical health to emotional well-being, and even rediscovering my creativity.

I started by inviting calm into my life through meditating for just a few minutes each day. This simple practice brought a peace I never expected, calming the storm in my mind. Next up was my physical health; regular exercise became a part of my routine, and I found joy in yoga and walking, activities I had never considered before. As my body grew stronger, so did my confidence.

Creativity came calling next, rekindling a passion I had forgotten. I dabbled in painting, gardening, and even writing, turning them into outlets of self-expression and inspiration for others. Along the way, I learned to be kind to myself, embracing imperfections and setbacks as stepping stones to growth. I came to understand that growth is a journey, not a destination.

Today, I am stronger, happier, and have found a renewed sense of purpose. By sharing my journey, I hope to inspire others to embark on their own path to self-discovery. We all have the power to change our lives, one small step at a time, and create a future that is a true reflection of who we are.