Wife, mom, stepmom, Life Coach, Physical Therapist Assistant. I was a quiet, shy kid and grew up in a very strict, controlling home. My best day was when I gave birth to my daughter. I proved to my 19 year old self and the world that I was capable of doing the hardest thing a woman can do. I worry about feeling comfortable in social settings, I can be pretty awkward. I'm afraid of not having a purpose. I've struggled with anxiety and depression since I was young. Postpartum depression after my 3rd child resulted in my rock bottom. I felt alone and hopeless in the world. I became suicidal despite the huge support system I had. I’ve learned to use meditation, exercise, reading, podcasts, therapy and asking for help whenever I feel overwhelmed. These tools help me keep anxiety and depression at bay but those feelings still come out of nowhere and knock me down at times. My greatest strength is my resiliency. I've held onto the old story that I need to please everyone - I was raised to be a people pleaser. The new story I'm striving to live by is that I'm living a brave life that involves boundaries and not accepting responsibility for other peoples choices. I think the recipe for a healthy romantic relationship is trust, grace, forgiveness, adventure, passion, security, and lots of sex. In 10 years I hope to be living in Nashville with my husband and kids with a thriving coaching business. I love to help other moms go from surviving to thriving by reclaiming their identities and living purpose-driven lives. I value compassion and authentisity. No matter what life throws at me or how many times I get knocked down, I always rise and come back stronger than ever. I am Bethany. I am hope, compassion, love and empathy. I am proud of my ability to recover from difficult situations.