#45948 Jen

#45948 Jen

I received the book ‘Significance’ by Jon Petz on X-mas day. It was given to me by my son’s partner, who explained that she thought it was the perfect book for me because of the impact I’ve had on her. She went on to say that she appreciates my encouragement and support through some difficult situations and that the way I just live my life is inspiring. Those kind words took me aback at the moment, and I’ve been taking some time to receive them. In the days after I read the book, I found that I really identified with so many things—including being down that road in my life where I’ve felt that I was not good enough. At the very end of the book, I found the 7 of hearts card and the encouragement to share my story and pass it on. I knew who I will be sending that 7 of hearts to--Rachel Grant-Abuse and Recovery Coach. I found Rachel at the point in my healing journey where I felt stuck, overwhelmed and unloveable. Her care and coaching have forever changed my life. During our work together, I have been challenged and now feel self-empowered in many ways. I appreciate that she openly talks about her own life and shares some really vulnerable things, including experiences that do not always go perfectly. She explains that mistakes can offer us opportunities to learn and move forward. I find that so inspiring and have come a long way in unraveling my perfectionism because of her acceptance and support. I have also benefited greatly from her care—cheering me on, notedly holding space for me, and nudging my growth. Before my work with Rachel, I would have very rarely called myself ‘significant’ in anyone’s life. Because of the deep healing I’ve done and her compassion, I now know and believe I am worthy. This book also reaffirms that the ordinary things I do every day—being who I am, even if its not done perfectly--and just the simple moments like showing up is what matters are key. I look forward to seeing where this 7 of hearts travels and who it touches.