Coach Chrissy’s Blog
Welcome to my blog, a sanctuary where the beautiful truth about hope-centered living unfolds like a map to unexplored territories within yourself. Here, hope isn't just a feeling—it's a science, a practice, and a pathway forward for anyone seeking to bloom in a brighter tomorrow.
Every post springs from my deepest conviction that life isn't a crisis to endure but a gift of awakening, calling you into your own remarkable future. Whether you're navigating midlife transitions, seeking mental wellness tools, or simply hungry for more meaningful days, you've found a community that honors your journey.
Here, you'll discover personal stories that mirror your own experiences, practical wisdom for everyday challenges, and gentle guidance for those hearing the call toward something more authentic. Each exploration delves into different facets of the hope journey—from recognizing patterns that no longer serve you and healing past wounds to embracing your authentic gifts and reimagining what's possible in this next chapter.
Through Root & Wick Coaching, I partner with people exactly where they are, nurturing deep roots of resilience while igniting new possibilities. This hope-centered, trauma-informed space creates room for your whole story—honoring where you've been while lighting the path forward with practical tools and compassionate support.
Expect honest conversations about transformation, purpose-finding practices you can implement today, and inspiration for crafting that remarkable next chapter that both fulfills you deeply and serves the world that needs your unique magic.
Your Midlife Coach, Chrissy
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Unapologetically Fierce: Embracing Rage as Catalyst for Perimenopause Transformation
Irritability, intense anger, and even rage, are far more common in perimenopause and early menopause than most women realize. Research shows that up to 70% of women experience increased irritability and emotional intensity during perimenopause, yet most feel isolated in their experience. What if I told you that midlife rage doesn't represent a crisis, but rather a collective initiation designed by nature? What if your midlife fire isn't a sign of a mental breakdown but a rite of passage breaking you open, ripening you for transformation?
Season of the Blooming Sage Part 2: Awakening
When a pregnant woman feels the first flutter of life within her womb, it's called a "quickening." For many a mother-to-be, this is a magical moment when dreams become reality. The awakening of a woman to midlife can also be thought of as a quickening. In this season, however, a woman is both mother, swollen with new life, and child, the seed of self-authenticity.
Season of the Blooming Sage Part 1: Midlife Disorientation
Have you ever had the experience of driving to work—a route you've taken hundreds of times—when suddenly you "awaken" and wonder where you are? This natural phenomenon we call "brain on autopilot" happens to all of us. But midlife brings a similar awakening that is even more discomfiting and also far more profound