Guns, Healing Bowls, and Racial Bias
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

Guns, Healing Bowls, and Racial Bias

What was meant to be a weekend of transformation turned into a powerful reckoning. During a trauma-informed training at the Sedona Yoga Festival, participants were shaken when armed police entered a sound healing session—triggering fear and retraumatization. The next day, our class became a circle of truth, grief, and healing, especially for the people of color who shared the discrimination they quietly endure even in “inclusive” spaces. This moment revealed a deeper truth: healing isn’t possible without safety, equity, and community.

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The Necklace That Flies: Honoring Maggie Gee and the Legacy of Powerful Women
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

The Necklace That Flies: Honoring Maggie Gee and the Legacy of Powerful Women

At a time when Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are being eliminated or silenced, our stories become even more vital. They are living proof that history is more than a single narrative—that courage, brilliance, and service have always come from all walks of life.

The story of Maggie Gee—a Chinese American WWII pilot, physicist, and community leader—is one of those stories. And it lives on not just through medals or archives, but through a necklace, a friendship, and a chain of powerful women passing courage from one generation to the next.

We must keep telling these stories. Because when systems try to erase them, it’s our voices, our memories, and our sharing that keep truth alive.

"You can make changes. I think just one small person can make a little bit of change." – Maggie Gee

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Surround Yourself with Growth-Minded People
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

Surround Yourself with Growth-Minded People

The people you surround yourself with can either fuel your growth or keep you stuck. Growth-minded individuals challenge you to think bigger, embrace change, and step into your full potential. Inspired by Brené Brown’s research on wholehearted living, this post explores why your inner circle matters, how to find people who uplift and support your journey, and how the right relationships create a foundation for lasting personal transformation. If you’re ready to cultivate a circle that inspires progress, this is for you.

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Mentors Are Not Unicorns—So Stop Searching for One!
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

Mentors Are Not Unicorns—So Stop Searching for One!

Mentors aren’t magical unicorns—you won’t find just one person with all the answers. Instead, you need a team of mentors for different areas of life—career, leadership, parenting, and personal growth. And if you're looking for someone to help you connect all the dots? A life coach might be exactly what you need. Stop searching for perfection and start building your mentorship dream team!

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How an Accountability Partner Can Help You Through Life Transitions
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

How an Accountability Partner Can Help You Through Life Transitions

Struggling to follow through on life changes? Whether you're transitioning to a new career, navigating a breakup, becoming an empty nester, stepping into retirement, or seeking more balance in life, having an accountability partner can make all the difference. A life coach doesn’t just help you set goals—they keep you on track, challenge your excuses, and celebrate your wins. Discover how having someone in your corner can turn intention into action and make your transition smoother, more intentional, and ultimately, more successful. Ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward? Let’s dive in! 🚀

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Reconnect with Yourself Through Gratitude and Forest Bathing
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

Reconnect with Yourself Through Gratitude and Forest Bathing

In today’s fast-paced world, forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, offers a powerful way to reconnect with nature and yourself. By immersing your senses in the beauty of the natural world, you create space for calm, clarity, and renewal. Adding gratitude to this practice deepens the experience, helping you reflect on life’s simple joys and moments of peace. Together, forest bathing and gratitude reduce stress, boost resilience, and foster a profound sense of connection—to nature, to others, and to yourself. Wherever you are, take time to slow down, breathe deeply, and embrace the gifts around you.

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Becoming What You Are: A Journey to Authentic Self-Transformation
Wendy Wheeler Wendy Wheeler

Becoming What You Are: A Journey to Authentic Self-Transformation

In today's fast-paced world, societal expectations often leave us feeling stuck and unfulfilled. Inspired by Nietzsche's call to "become what you are," I help individuals shed their masks and reconnect with their true selves. This journey involves self-reflection, challenging limiting beliefs, embracing imperfection, and taking aligned actions. Authenticity is about embracing your whole self and living with purpose. Surround yourself with those who uplift you, and embark on a lifelong journey of transformation for a more joyful, meaningful life.

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