What is a Sparkle Pirate?
A Sparkle Pirate is a powerful and empowering archetype that represents a woman who fearlessly embraces her uniqueness, unleashes her creativity, and navigates life with resilience and joy. The term "Sparkle Pirate" symbolizes strength, resilience, and boundless creativity, combining the sparkle that radiates from within and the courage
And How Do I Become One?
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A Sparkle Pirate is a powerful and empowering archetype that represents a woman who fearlessly embraces her uniqueness, unleashes her creativity, and navigates life with resilience and joy. The term "Sparkle Pirate" symbolizes strength, resilience, and boundless creativity, combining the sparkle that radiates from within and the courage to chart her own course.
A Sparkle Pirate refuses to be confined by societal expectations or the limitations imposed by age. She is an explorer, sailing the seas of self-discovery, reclaiming her passions, dreams, and desires with unwavering determination. She embraces her authenticity, finds joy in the journey, and inspires others with her inner radiance.
Becoming a Sparkle Pirate is about taking charge of one's life, shedding self-doubt and limitations, and embracing the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. It is an invitation to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, growth, and empowerment, where one can fully express their brilliance and shine in their own unique way.
In essence, a Sparkle Pirate is a woman who dares to live life on her own terms, embracing her inner sparkle and unleashing her creative potential to create a life that is vibrant, authentic, & filled with joy.
It’s Time to CLAIM Your Joy!
Life can be messy, but as we learn to live and embrace this truth, we come to know that it is also beautiful, complex, and rich! As a midwife to midlife, it is my passion and purpose to inspire and support savvy, sassy, and seasoned women like you. I am here to help you tap into your brilliance and uncover the wisdom jewels of your invaluable life experiences.
Intrigued to know more?
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On the Messiness and Magnificence of Midlife
Are you a woman in midlife feeling like you need a “change,” but you are not quite sure how to sort out what you need? Maybe you are feeling exhausted and used up and wondering to yourself, “is this all there is?”
From my midlife life heart to yours, I am so excited you are here.
Are you a woman in midlife feeling like you need a “change,” but you are not quite sure how to sort out what you need? Maybe you are feeling exhausted and used up and wondering to yourself, “is this all there is?”
From my midlife life heart to yours, I am so excited you are here.
Unfortunately, as significant as it is, midlife is too often underestimated in a woman's life, especially because this could not be further from the truth! Midlife is actually a time when Life beckons you to wake up and embrace a powerful new version of yourself. It is literally a developmental milestone where the task is to discover you are a sovereign soul, reclaim your inner strength, and cultivate what is most meaningful and generative to you!
As your Sparkle coach, I am honored to assist you in discovering and embracing the transformative journey of meeting the most powerful version this far. I am so excited to show you that you are not alone, and your potential is limitless. Together, we will create a safe and sacred space where you can connect with your goals, purpose, and brilliant vision for the future.
I want you to know, I understand firsthand that reaching this point of restless realization can be challenging and often time comes after unpleasant experiences. However, with my support and insight, you will come to see the purpose of such circumstances and how they can be used to serve as an opportunity to connect you with and even better version of yourself that will surpass your wildest dreams.
This task of claiming yourself at midlife is all about reinvention and recovering a more aligned expression of yourself. No matter how painful or tricky your path has been, my deepest devotion is to assist you in connecting with your inner wisdom and using your past experiences to become the most vibrant and genuine version of yourself.
My role as your coach it to cheer for you, hold space for your capacity and brilliance and, and be a trusted ally as you breathe life into your dreams, resolve the scream in your heart, and infuse your passion projects with the energy they deserve.
I implore you… don't let your dreams be dormant any longer because the world needs your unique gifts!
In Our Work Together, I Will Enfold You, And Through Our Work Together,
You'll Gain The Tools, Insights, And Inspiration Needed To Navigate This Unique Phase Of Life With Grace And Authenticity.
It’s Time to Claim Your Crown
Sparkle Pirate Coaching is for women who are learning to embrace the patina of their life as evidence of experience lived. What sets my coaching apart is my emphasis on honoring both the grace and grit of the midlife passage. At the same time, I also seek to relieve the pains that often show up during the midlife passage with a devoted “unshaming” approach to healing.
Why is my approach different:
Sparkle Pirate Coaching for midlife women offers a specialized and differentiated approach that caters to the specific issue women in midlife are tasked to address. Compared to more generalized life coaching approaches, Sparkle Pirate Coaching is for women who are learning to embrace the patina of their life as evidence of experience lived. What sets my coaching apart is my emphasis on honoring both the grace and grit of the midlife passage. At the same time, I also seek to relieve the pains that often show up during the midlife passage with a devoted “unshaming” approach to healing.
Unlike more traditional approaches to life coaching, which focus more on “mindset” and “attitude adjustments” and may downplay or overlook the real, hard challenges and struggles we face in life, Sparkle Pirate Coaching recognizes and honors the full spectrum of the human journey. It embraces the complexities and acknowledges that life can be a mixture of both beauty and hardship. This approach values and honors the resilience, strength, and courage that a conscious woman in midlife learns to claim as she navigates her unique path forward.
I help individuals who are looking for a new and “refreshing” way to say “yes!” to their lives despite the pain and challenge of being human. Claiming our best lives sometimes calls us to meet the uncomfortable places within, but you don’t have to do it alone.
MY STYLE IS REVERENT, DEEPLY INTUITIVE, AND OFTEN PLAYFUL.
MY CLIENTS TELL ME THAT I AM MORE OF A GUIDE/CATALYST THAN A TRADITIONAL COACH.
I help my clients find levity and light even in the darkest moments or situations. Trauma, abuse, chronic stress, grief, and betrayal are a few examples of un-metabolized pain that disconnects us from our true Self. With skilled support, sparking pirate coaching can be so helpful in transforming and healing these tender places.
Are you feeling lost, tired, used up, and depleted?
Even though, as they say, “We aren’t getting any younger,” now is the perfect time to look with compassion and love at your life as it is now, with all the dents and dings, and picture yourself as you would like to be maybe: You as Power, You as Vision, You as Pleasure, You as Joy, You as Hero!
Women often feel their power and energy drain away with menopause, either natural or medical-caused; that is a temporary feeling, and with creative self-acceptance and love, that power and energy will be yours again with gentle care and the practice of self-respect and patience.
As we grow older, we tend to gain wisdom through our experiences. With this wisdom, we come to the realization that life may not have been ideal in the past. We may have faced grief, trauma, and disappointment due to being marginalized or feeling the need to conform to the rules of our family or society, even if they didn't align with our personal values. As women, we may have felt restricted by societal expectations, leading to pain and sorrow for the time we lost. These experiences can leave a lasting mark on our lives.
At some point in a woman’s life, we have what is called “A Middle of Our Life Crisis.” This could be a time of feeling disillusioned, dismayed, and furious at the time spent putting centered self-development in the bottom of a closet somewhere and replacing it with self-imposed “Good Wife” orders, fearing backlash from others who are threatened by your beautiful wish to grow.
This is a moment for experiencing wonder and excitement as you reunite with a dear friend you thought you had lost. However, you will soon realize that this best friend is none other than… ✨yourself.✨
MY STYLE OF COACHING IS TRAUMA-INFORMED, MEANING IT TAKES INTO ACCOUNT THE IMPACT OF PAST EXPERIENCES ON A PERSON'S LIFE AND HEALING JOURNEY. IT RECOGNIZES THAT HEALING IS NOT A LINEAR PROCESS AND THAT THERE MAY BE WOUNDS AND TRAUMAS THAT NEED TO BE ACKNOWLEDGED AND WORKED THROUGH. SPARKLE PIRATE COACHING PROVIDES A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE SPACE FOR MIDLIFE WOMEN TO EXPLORE THEIR STRUGGLES, TRAUMA, AND SUFFERING WHILE ALSO HOLDING THEM IN THEIR INHERENT POWER AND STRENGTH.
My approach is strength-based and growth-oriented, focusing on empowering midlife women to tap into their inner resources, resilience, and capacity for growth. However, it is important to note that this coaching approach does not employ a mindset of toxic positivity or offer superficial solutions to life's existential pain or challenges. Instead, it encourages a deep exploration of the self, allowing for new and deeper meaning, soul shaping, and journey blessings to emerge.
Throughout our coaching journey, compassion, empathy, and love nudges are essential. Sparkle Pirate Coaching recognizes the tender nature of the material of life, respecting and holding space for the pain, sorrow, trauma, and grief that many midlife women may carry while still holding space for hope. The focus is on creating a compassionate and healing environment where clients can explore and heal at their own pace.
Additionally, my Sparkle Pirate Coaching approach is allergic to privilege and toxic positivity. It acknowledges the realities of life and understands that not everyone has equal access to resources, opportunities, or privileges. This approach aims to foster inclusivity, empathy, and understanding, recognizing the importance of addressing social and systemic factors that impact midlife women's lives.
Overall, Sparkle Pirate Coaching offers a compassionate, trauma-informed, and an unshaming approach to supporting midlife women on their journey of healing, growth, and reclaiming their sparkle. It is a space where the human experience is honored in all its complexity, where challenges are met with empathy, and where the healing power of creativity is embraced as a transformative tool.
Last But Not Least…
Sparkle Pirate Coaching goes beyond traditional approaches, incorporating Jungian theories, Eastern philosophies, metaphors, symbols, and archetypes. This multi-dimensional approach recognizes diverse avenues of understanding and unlocks profound insights. Midlife women access deeper wisdom and understanding by engaging with these soul languages. It illuminates hidden aspects of experiences and provides frameworks for self-reflection and growth. The coaching also embraces beautiful philosophies that celebrate life, inspiring openness, curiosity, and vitality. This integrative approach invites women to connect with their inner wisdom, embark on a transformative self-exploration, and celebrate the richness of life.
Embracing Your Beautiful Messy Life
Claiming your beautiful, messy life is about embracing the full spectrum of your experiences, both the highs and the lows, the triumphs and the challenges. It means acknowledging that life can be messy, unpredictable, and imperfect, but within that messiness lies a wealth of growth, learning, and beauty. When you claim your beautiful, messy life, you accept yourself and your journey unconditionally, recognizing that every experience, even the messy ones, has shaped you into the resilient, wise, and extraordinary woman you are today. It's about embracing your flaws, owning your story, and finding the courage to live authentically on your own terms.
Claiming your beautiful, messy life is about embracing the full spectrum of your experiences, both the highs and the lows, the triumphs and the challenges. It means acknowledging that life can be messy, unpredictable, and imperfect, but within that messiness lies a wealth of growth, learning, and beauty. When you claim your beautiful, messy life, you accept yourself and your journey unconditionally, recognizing that every experience, even the messy ones, has shaped you into the resilient, wise, and extraordinary woman you are today. It's about embracing your flaws, owning your story, and finding the courage to live authentically on your own terms.
Sparkle Pirate coaching can be your guiding compass on this transformative journey of claiming your beautiful, messy life. Through personalized coaching sessions, you will receive empathetic support, guidance, and practical tools to navigate the complexities and challenges that come with embracing your authenticity. A Sparkle Pirate coach understands the unique needs and desires of midlife women, and they will empower you to tap into your inner strength, creativity, and resilience. They will help you uncover the treasures within your own life experiences, mine the wisdom that lies beneath the surface, and embrace self-radical love. With their guidance, you will learn to release self-doubt, shed societal expectations, and boldly step into your own brilliance. Sparkle Pirate coaching will inspire you to embrace the messiness of life as a canvas for growth and self-discovery, empowering you to create a life that sparkles with authenticity, joy, and fulfillment.
Now more than ever, my dear midlife women, it's crucial to embrace your "beautiful messy" because it's a transformative act of self-liberation and empowerment. This stage of life is pivotal, where you've gathered a wealth of experiences, wisdom, and self-awareness. You may feel the weight of societal expectations and norms, leading to self-doubt and limitations. But by embracing your "beautiful messy," you break free from these constraints, honoring your unique journey and embracing the richness of your life. It's a powerful reclaiming of your authenticity, self-worth, and inner strength. Embracing the messy aspects of life allows you to navigate challenges with resilience, learn from mistakes, and discover new paths of growth and fulfillment. As you embrace your "beautiful messy," you rewrite your narrative, forge meaningful connections, and inspire others to do the same. Leave a legacy of courage, authenticity, and self-empowerment as you embark on this transformative journey.
A Prayer to My Muse
INTREPID, IRREPRESSIBLE JOY…
Life longing to be expressed
Touch me and unite me with my most honest essence
Electrify me with your ideas.
Unravel my fear and expose me to what I can no longer avoid, deny or suppress
An Invocation I wrote to my Muse. I’d love to know what yours would be! xo
Intrepid, Irrepressible Joy…
Life longing to be expressed
Touch me and unite me with my most honest essence
Electrify me with your ideas.
Unravel my fear and expose me to what I can no longer avoid, deny or suppress
Source of my curiosity and my courage
Imbue me with your mellifluous song
Leave me restless and breathless for more
Infinite Love, consume me
Love me all the way into Becoming and into Being
Alchemy and magic,
Butterflies and flowers,
Luscious light.
Embolden me with your endless, unstoppable aliveness.
Use me to help others dance with you too so that we can all be filled with your luminous, dazzling Light!
Let’s Start Sparkle Pirate Revolution Together!
The Power of the Scribble
In all my classes, I encourage my students to commit to using their curiosity to explore what is emerging within and in front of them. To do this we learn to let go and surrender to where our creativity wants to take us. We practice not being attached to the outcome. This is one way to encounter your muse. I remind my students that they can use this kind of curiosity to dance with their lives as well. This is how trust is formed. I teach each of my students that their marks are the evidence and declaration of their precious selfhood and that each line holds their signature of energy.
In all my classes, I encourage my students to commit to using their curiosity to explore what is emerging within and in front of them. To do this we learn to let go and surrender to where our creativity wants to take us. We practice not being attached to the outcome. This is one way to encounter your muse. I remind my students that they can use this kind of curiosity to dance with their lives as well. This is how trust is formed. I teach each of my students that their marks are the evidence and declaration of their precious selfhood and that each line holds their signature of energy.
This matters.
At the end of a scribble session, I love to step back and ask my drawing if it has a message for me. Even from a scribble, there is meaning to be mined. A message from the muse truing the nourishment compass once again. Her message this time you ask?
She wants us to keep showing up and scribbling the page… she told me that there is mystery and magic for us to have by doing this process and that the more we practice, the more the messages will come to the fore. She told me to tell you, “She is the one who waits for you to believe in your ability to move mountains.” She told me the more we trust her, the more she can help us embody the textures and colors of true living. She told me there was more but that was for another day… so stayed tuned, she may be back again! ~♥️~
What if a scribble could give you the information you seek?
I encourage you to take a blank piece of paper and scribble for 3 minutes. Remember no skill is required just curiosity. Step back and ask your Muse. Let me know what she says or if you want a deeper dive…
So What's This “Intrepid Joy” All About?!
I promise you, Intrepid Joy doesn’t necessarily mean living in a continuous bliss-ed out state of joy.
I take lot of little detours and gnash and fight with reality… (I might even swear a tiny bit.)
But ultimately… I come back home to myself and reconnect to the part of my Soul and Spirit that is imploring me to be claim my precious life!
I explore all these elements of hurting and healing, evolving and transforming in my ART and as I live my life.
It helps me to process all the things that awe and unsettle me. I would so love to help you find your way to digest the events of your life so that you are able to live more freely!
No matter what, I believe there is a way!
Well, the short answer is…
As we both know, life in general is pretty complicated.
And being human can be so incredibly convoluted and often tricky.
There can be so much heartache tangled up with so much exquisite beauty.
How does one reconcile these diametric discrepancies?
The answer for me is to live Intrepidly.
Here’s the thing….
Life is SO much about hurting and healing.
As as crazy as it sounds,
I believe, we come here to this life to learn through our experiences and to
grow and transcend…BUT…We have to choose.
The truth is hurting is an inevitable byproduct of being alive, and here’s the rub…
Healing is a choice.
I promise you, Intrepid Joy doesn’t necessarily mean living in a continuous bliss-ed out state of joy.
I take lot of little detours and gnash and fight with reality… (I might even swear a tiny bit.)
But ultimately… I come back home to myself and reconnect to the part of my Soul and Spirit that is imploring me to be claim my precious life!
I explore all these elements of hurting and healing, evolving and transforming in my ART and as I live my life.
It helps me to process all the things that awe and unsettle me. I would so love to help you find your way to digest the events of your life so that you are able to live more freely!
No matter what, I believe there is a way!
Intrepid Living and art-making for me is all about processing and accepting this complexity and agreeing to say a RESOUNDING YES to being alive!
And… despite the challenges and the strife ~ Yep! I really did say that!
I Believe with all my Heart …
At your very essence, you are creative and courageous and that joy and being comfortable in your skin is your birthright.
Your life and special talents are essential gifts and only YOU can claim them.
I am so excited to help you identify and express your voice and your passion.
Are you ready to step into your most embodied self possible and claim your INTREPID JOY?
~ ♥️~
Clearing
I created this image with this beautiful quotation as a part of my intrepid joy series several months ago. If you look at the image, the subtle message inside is a plug and a plot for you to claim the freedom you crave. Now, as we are approaching the sixth week of our “Shelter at Home” mandate, I find these words and image more clarifying and relevant than ever. The truth is, I’ve spent years thinking about the clearing I’ve been craving. Thinking like this never gets me any useful traction. As I reflect, it was never about the time I thought I needed. It was about claiming the stillness that helps me access my clarity.
I created this image with this beautiful quotation as a part of my intrepid joy series several months ago. If you look at the image, the subtle message inside is a plug and a plot for you to claim the freedom you crave. Now, as we are approaching the sixth week of our “Shelter at Home” mandate, I find these words and image more clarifying and relevant than ever. The truth is, I’ve spent years thinking about the clearing I’ve been craving. Thinking like this never gets me any useful traction. As I reflect, it was never about the time I thought I needed. It was about claiming the stillness that helps me access my clarity.
As I become more and more rooted over these past few weeks, and the business of life has settled, I am finally able to slow down enough to do what these wise words are urging us to do ~ find my own center. I have used this time to refine, redefine, and calibrate my own nourishment compass. And I have to say, I feel more embodied and effective because of it. Finally, I’ve learned what it takes to clear the clearing and locate myself on my own Map of Intention. It has nothing to do with time. This map has enabled me to locate myself and my own nourishing heartbeat. Can you hear yours too?
I am wondering what kind of clearing you have needed to claim for yourself?
I would love to hear about your experience. I will write you back.
And in the meantime, this is me sending a huge wish for you to claim the space you need
to create this clearing and clarity to be nourished in the best way possible.
~ ♥️~
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Evidence of Wonder
According the the Merriam-Webster dictionary the definition for Wonder is…
1. a cause for astonishment
2. the quality of exciting amazed admiration
3. rapt attention or astonishment at something awesomely mysterious or new to one's experience.
And this is exactly what I felt when I saw these beautiful flower friends pop up in my garden. They come from the very same pot I put them in thirteen years ago. They’re called a fritllaria meleagris, or Scarlet Bells, but I call them fairy skirts. The geometric pattern baffles my mind. What a flashy show for such a small delicate flower. My reward for looking close. It speaks to my absolute conviction that ...
According the the Merriam-Webster dictionary the definition for Wonder is…
1. a cause for astonishment
2. the quality of exciting amazed admiration
3. rapt attention or astonishment at something awesomely mysterious or new to one's experience.
And this is exactly what I felt when I saw these beautiful flower friends pop up in my garden. They come from the very same pot I put them in thirteen years ago. They’re called a fritllaria meleagris, or Scarlet Bells, but I call them fairy skirts. The geometric pattern baffles my mind. What a flashy show for such a small delicate flower. My reward for looking close. It speaks to my absolute conviction that ...
"Joy finds wonder everywhere!" ~anonymous
If you have a minute, stare at this checkered pattern and marvel at the magic and the mysterious wisdom that could orchestrate such a dazzling delight for our eyes!
Where do you find wonder?
I’d love to hear about your experience.
~♥️~
It's Time to Claim Your Joy!
It is just as simple as that my dear one. Your muse awaits you. I promise you that resisting her is a lot more challenging than giving in. But in case you need more evidence, check out the wise words below and then let this picture to the left drive home the point.
It is just as simple as that my dear one. Your muse awaits you. I promise you resisting her is a lot more challenging than giving in. But in case you need more evidence, check out the wise words below and then let this picture to the left, drive home the point.
“When we create, we engage with the life force of creation. Creating isn’t about talent. Creating is about feeling more. Expressing more truthfully. Creativity is active energy within all beings. Even when it appears dormant, it isn’t.”
It’s your time to shine! ~♥️
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