What happens when we stop fearing the shedding and start embracing our truth?

As I approach another lap around the sun — now officially closer to 50 than 40 — I’ve found myself reflecting not just on the past year, but on the full, messy, beautiful tapestry of my life.

I see all the versions of myself that have shown up along the way. And I can now see that each of them had a purpose — even when that purpose was survival, rebellion, or simply getting through the damn day.

Yes, I know it might sound strange to refer to these former selves as characters, but stay with me. This isn’t The United States of Tara — it’s something much more grounded and real.

The Many Versions of Me

There was the version of me who learned early on that charm and beauty could earn me what I thought I needed: love, attention, acceptance.

The version who dumbed herself down, dimmed her light, played “less than,” just to fit in. People called me naive or stupid because I dared to stay hopeful, positive — bec...

For centuries, we’ve been told that success, leadership, and progress require dominance, competition, and control — all hallmarks of the patriarchal system. But what if we’ve been doing it all wrong?

A radical shift is happening from business to activism, and from spirituality to sustainability. The Divine Feminine is no longer just an abstract concept — it’s a global movement reshaping how we lead, heal, and build community.

You might question my sanity when you look at the world around us. It is being driven (or so it seems), by the epitome of patriarchical beliefs and models. But what if I tell you that the change is not going to happen from the top down but from the bottom up? Maybe you think I am being a bit Pollyannish or naive (wouldn’t be the first time someone has believed or said that about me!). Just hear me out, though.

Here are five modern-day movements that prove the future isn’t just female — it’s feminine. And no, that doesn’t mean weak, passive, or submissive. It me...

Have you ever noticed that the moment you decide to step into your next level — whether it’s launching your dream business, expanding your impact, or finally going all in — life suddenly throws a chaotic, cosmic-level tantrum?

Maybe your 9-to-5, which was fine just last week, suddenly becomes a swirling vortex of stress, urgent emails, and completely avoidable drama.

Or perhaps you finally carve out time to focus on your business, and BAM! Your kid gets sick, your partner suddenly needs your attention, and your best friend has a crisis that only you can solve.

Oh, and let’s not forget about the well-meaning (and deeply triggering) comments from loved ones:

• “Are you sure this is a good idea?”
• “Maybe you should just stick to what’s safe.”
• “What if this doesn’t work?”

It’s like the second you decide to take yourself seriously, the universe turns into that one skeptical aunt at Thanksgiving who side-eyes your life choices.

But here’s the thing: this isn’t a sign to stop. This i...

The way we have been working and living is not working. The focus has been on doing more, achieving more, and constantly striving for success.  Most of us believe that to elevate our lives to the next level, we need to work harder, make bigger plans, or force ourselves to push through obstacles.

What if the REAL secret to taking your life to the next level isn’t about doing more? What if the secret lies in reconnecting with your Divine Feminine Energy—that inner, intuitive, and nurturing force that already knows the way forward?

In this blog, we’ll explore the profound power of Divine Feminine Energy and how tapping into it will help you elevate your life, bring more ease into your journey, and align you with your true Purpose.

What is Divine Feminine Energy?

Divine feminine energy is the essence of intuition, creativity, and flow. It is the part of us that is receptive, nurturing, and deeply connected to our inner wisdom. This energy isn’t about gender—it lives in all of us, regar...

To say my Self-Love journey has been a bit bumpy is an understatement.  In my teens, I went through the throws of an eating disorder with binging and purging in order to create the "perfect body," so just maybe I could be good enough to love.  I searched for love through the acceptance of others-whether that be in intimate relationships, friendships, or mentors.  I strived to be exactly what anyone needed in order to be loved and accepted.  I worked tirelessly through my adulthood to achieve status in my ranking and title, hoping that would be enough to prove my worth.  

My Self-Love looks VERY different today...Thank Goodness!  With several loving mentors-therapists, friends, bosses, family, and spiritual counselors, I have found the love I had been searching for my entire life, a deep connection with self and spirit, and a full knowing that my worth lies within my Spiritual Gifts and Life Purpose.  

My Mission in life is to help other Women through this process of self-actualizatio...

Forgiveness is a sneaky bastard.  You think you have emotionally, mentally, and spiritually worked through all the anger and resentments you have been holding for decades and then WHAM…another layer of healing and releasing smack you across the face with a 2x4.  

I am sitting here writing this with eyes still tearing up and now a pain in my lower back that just won’t quit.  It also feels like a boulder has been placed on my back out of nowhere…WTF.  At least I am aware enough that more releasing needs to happen…obviously!  

So, let me take you a couple of weeks back when I chose to attend one of the Money Mindset sessions my Business Coach was holding.  I have been through these sessions before, so I was hesitant to attend another one, but something was telling me it was really important to be there.  The session was great, as always.  During that session, she had us write a list of people we needed to forgive and include ourselves on that list.  Now, I know this assignment all too w...

On November 11, 2019, shy of 3 months after my father’s death, I was “brightsided” by this clear Vision of what my future, and more specifically, my Purpose, is meant to be.

I was driving back from a fundraiser Gala, listening to the book The Year of Saying Yes by Hannah Doyle. It was just a fun book I had been listening to when a point in the book offered me my lightbulb moment. I am meant to create a retreat center for women. I was giddy with excitement. My mind began racing to all the ways I could make this happen. I was fueled with adrenaline as my ideas just kept flowing. I called my youngest sister and yammered her ear off about all these thoughts and plans of making it happen while I was on my two-hour journey home from the Gala. I then proceeded to inform my husband all about it once I returned home. I couldn’t get enough of it-talking about it, dreaming about it, and longing for my dream to come to fruition.

From November through February, I began looking at properties, sort...

I captured this photograph through the windshield of our car during our return from an enchanting weekend family expedition to Watkins Glen State Park in New York. (Rest assured, my husband was at the wheel!) Its allure was immediate, prompting me to share my discovery with my husband, who clarified that the tree had been deliberately pruned to accommodate the power lines. A sense of sadness washed over me as I contemplated the human impact on the gifts offered by Mother Earth.

However, upon deeper reflection, I realized that there was no cause for sorrow. Instead, this served as a testament to Mother Earth's resilience. My heart lightened, and a wave of tranquility enveloped me. Almost immediately, my thoughts began weaving connections and drawing parallels between Women and this Tree. Such associations come as no surprise to me, as I consistently find parallels between Mother Earth and women, recognizing our roles as extraordinary creators of life, you know 😉.

In the grand tapestry...

I felt a range of emotions since I booked my session.  I went through denial that it was happening at all.  Literally ignoring all of the emails pumping me up and prepping me.  About one month out from the shoot, I started searching on Pinterest for ideas.  I began getting a little excited and a little scared.  I began ordering different outfits.  When they came in, I just put them aside, knowing that I would have to try them on at some point.  I finally created the space-emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically-to try on the lingerie.  It had been YEARS since I bought any type of sexy underwear.  I had come to realize that my sensual and sexual part of me has been stuffed down and inhibited for years by none other than myself.  

My experience breaks up into three sections of learning: 

Passion

I had been taught throughout most of my life to fear my passion.  I have always felt intensely.  I am a sensitive, loving and passionate person.  I love fiercely.  I work in my purp...