Stephanie O.

Wife, mother, dental hygienist, photographer and wellness advocate. I believe in having fun, working hard and being honest. I am a multitasker and can take on a lot. I fear failure. Unfortunately, I worry about what people think of me and about money. I've always been the fixer-the glue for the family. I had to take care of my parents at an early age while also caring for my own boys. My dad lived with chronic pain from injuring his back when I was a baby and my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014. She is a survivor. She's so strong and amazing. My dad struggled at the end though and had a heart attack in his sleep at 62. Losing my dad was my worst day. Growing up money was always an issue - that's where I get that insecurity for sure. Money drives me. I struggle thinking I can do "all the things" while doubting my ability to be good at them. I have a lot of mom guilt and feel time pressure. To manage it I try my best to shut down, focus on all I have done and how much is around me - how grateful I am. My best days were my wedding and becoming a mom. I struggle sometimes with my marriage. Mark is not the best communicator and I could use more positive feedback than he provides. He is aware. I can take things too personally sometimes. I had a breast reduction that didn't work - I'm still a DD and hate them. I like my eyes though. I'd tell a 12 year old me that she is stronger than she thinks. To keep her head up and own it. I believe happiness comes from surrounding yourself with positive people and situations. Not sweating the small stuff and trying to be present. I'm excited about where life is bringing me. I feel a shift happening. There is more out there for me I just don't know what it is yet! I'm proud of my drive. I have never let a situation bring me down, if anything it propels me. I love learning and trying to find ways to better myself. I am Stephanie, I love to smile and I am good enough.