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I just came through a health crisis that rocked me to my core.
Though my first year of motherhood contained so much joy and magic, it also took me into some of the deepest and hardest places I've ever been – physically, mentally, and emotionally.
A complication from my birth came back around, and I spent months trying to figure out what was going on... then advocating fiercely for myself until I was able to get in for the proper treatment.
It was incredibly difficult, AND I'm profoundly grateful to say that 3.5 months post-procedure, I am fully on the other side. 🎉
When people talk about a "new lease on life," I now know what they mean.
I am absolutely filled with gratitude. It pours through me every single day. Of course, I have moments where I get stressed or caught up in the busy-ness of life. But there is always this background of deep, drop-to-my-knees-and-bow-my-head gratitude.
Gratitude to be alive. Gratitude to be healthy. Gratitude for the health and well-being of my loved ones. Gratitude for every smile, giggle, and sweet moment with Siena.
I learned SO MUCH from this experience that I could probably write a whole book about it. But I'll just share the high-level here. I learned:
1) What it truly means to advocate for myself, unapologetically.
2) That I am someone who needs a bigger passion/purpose that I am pouring myself into. This is like air and water for me. It's essential to my health and well-being.
3) That nothing is guaranteed in life, so you might as well go full force in pursuit of your dreams. The fear you feel while doing so? It's TINY in comparison to the regret you would feel if you didn't go for it.
4) Health and well-being are the foundation for everything.
5) How to trust my gut, even more than ever before.
You guys, I did it. I made it. Life is so freaking beautiful.
Thank you to my husband Sunny, my mama Gigi, and my sister Mariah for being my rocks every step of the way. And to everyone else who has been there for me. I love you!
(As far as specifics go, I'd rather keep those to myself. Just know I'm fully healed and ready to rock! And if you'd like to send MORE love, I'll always receive! 😉
xo,
Makena
3 weeks ago
As a new mama (to this now ONE-year-old girl!) I am a big fan of audiobooks.
I listen to them while taking her for walks… cleaning up around the house… you name it.
So when people would ask me, “Is your book available on Audible?” I couldn’t wait until the day came when I could say:
“Yes! Why, yes, it is. :)”
Ladies and gents, that day has arrived.
“The Wisdom That Raised Me” is now available on Audible.
If you’re looking for a great end-of-summer read/listen, this is it!
It’s the story of a mother & daughter, yes. But it’s so much more than that.
It’s the biggest lessons I’ve learned from a 40-year master coach (who also happens to be my mama) about:
– Coming back from burnout
– Finding my true passion + purpose
– Calling in my soulmate
– Creating a love that lasts
– Overcoming self-doubt
– Building a business I love
– Moving from overwhelm to flow & ease
– Navigating money matters in marriage
– Healing from “mean girl” experiences
– Finding true self-love
– Motherhood
– Plus: how I healed my own mother & father wounds
If any of those topics sound like your jam, then I hope you’ll check out our book!
I can’t wait to hear what you think.
xoxo,
Makena
4 weeks ago
This little earth angel turned 1 today! She is the sweetest, goofiest, most fun little girl and we are beyond honored to be her parents.
Thank you for choosing us Siena Joy. May your every year on this planet be as joyful as your first one! 💖
4 weeks ago
7 weeks in Spain was quite the adventure with this little one!
So many beautiful moments AND we are so happy and grateful to be home.
Yay summer! 🌸
2 months ago
Wrapping up 2 weeks in Ibiza co-leading an 8 day retreat for 24 incredible women, along with my mama.
This picture about sums it up. 🎉
3 months ago
No one talks about losing yourself in motherhood.
That feeling that something has been irrevocably changed.
So much richness has been added, yes. (A million times yes.)
But there is a loss too.
Parts of you that simply cease to exist.
Freedoms you leave behind.
And other parts that fade into the background…
Ready to be re-awakened,
Yet still, forever changed.
In this week’s podcast episode, I have an honest and open conversation with my own mama, Gigi, about what this transition has been like for me.
As a mom to 5 kids, who has reinvented herself countless times, she advises me on how to rediscover myself (my new self) in motherhood.
Say “motherhood” if you want the direct link to listen in.
And, in honor of Mother’s Day, share this episode with the new mamas in your life!
xoxo,
Makena
4 months ago
