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What inspired you to write The Aligned Woman and
focus on the idea of soul alignment for high-achieving women?
My inspiration came from seeing too many women trapped in
the cycle of being a “human giver” instead of a human being. They are
constantly performing and giving, which leads to immense external achievement
but leaves their inner selves feeling completely unravelled. I felt a sacred
calling to write this book as an invitation for women to reimagine wellness.
It’s a guide to stop seeking success at the cost of the soul and start building
a life where grace, peace, joy, and flourishing are not just aspirations,
but their daily reality, all centered on the question: "Is it well with
your soul?"
You talk about women having successful lives on the
outside but feeling empty inside. Why do you think that happens so often?
This emptiness happens because we are navigating a world
that overwhelmingly rewards external achievements and the relentless
cycle of performing, while completely neglecting the inner self. Women are
giving their energy, time, and spirit away in pursuit of a standard of success
that is fundamentally unsustainable. The disconnect between a woman's powerful professional
identity and her neglected spiritual or emotional core creates that
profound feeling of emptiness. This book is about closing that gap by bringing
every part of life into alignment with God and her true purpose.
The book mentions nine essential pillars of well-being.
Can you share how you developed those and why they matter?
The nine essential pillars—Mental, Emotional, Spiritual,
Financial, Relational, Physical, Environmental, Social, and Professional
well-being—form the holistic roadmap for the Aligned Woman. They matter
because true wellness is not achieved by fixing just one area, but by
addressing every aspect of your life. I developed them as a
comprehensive guide because the misalignment that causes burnout in one pillar
often leaks into all the others. By focusing on these nine, we ensure women
move from a fragmented, juggling state to one of wholeness and integration.
How does faith connect with professional success in your approach to alignment?
Faith is the spiritual center from which all
professional success in The Aligned Woman flows. It’s about deepening
your relationship with God and integrating that faith into every aspect of
your life, including your work and professional decisions. This integration
moves you from the exhausting effort of striving on your own to a position of alignment
and grace. When your faith informs your work, your decisions are rooted in
clarity and purpose, allowing you to lead with a true sense of calling rather
than just corporate ambition.
Many women feel guilty for slowing down or taking time
for themselves. How does your book help them move past that guilt?
The guilt stems from the belief that they must remain "human
givers" who are only valuable when performing or producing. My book
helps them move past this by offering a sacred invitation to redefine
what it means to be well. It teaches that rest, reflection, and setting
boundaries are not selfish; they are an essential part of reclaiming your
spiritual center. By reframing self-care as a spiritual act
necessary for service and sustainable success, the guilt loses its power, and
peace takes its place.
What does it mean to move from “juggling to centering,”
and how can women start doing that in their daily lives?
Moving from "juggling to centering" means moving
from a life where you are constantly trying to balance every external demand
(juggling) to a life where you operate from a place of inner clarity and
purpose (centering). Juggling is reactive; centering is
responsive and intentional.
Women can start by:
- Reclaiming
their spiritual center through dedicated time for connecting with God.
- Using
the nine pillars as a daily check-in to identify which area is
draining energy and requires focus.
- Cultivating
an authentic life where decisions are guided by peace and inner
wisdom, rather than external pressure.
You use the phrase “Your success shouldn’t come at the
cost of your spirit.” What does true success look like to you?
True success looks like wholeness. It is the
profound, daily reality where your professional achievements are in
harmony with your spiritual vitality and your inner peace. True
success means you are not achieving at the expense of your joy, your health, or
your relationships. It looks like a life where you have integrated your faith
into your work, relationships, and everyday decisions, allowing you to flourish
authentically.
What are some signs that a woman might be out of
alignment and heading toward burnout?
A key sign is the shift from being a "human being"
to a “human giver,” where the cycle of giving and performing has become
endless and exhausting. Other signs include:
- Feeling
like your inner self is unraveling despite outer success.
- A lack
of clarity and purpose amidst a demanding schedule.
- Neglecting
any of the nine essential pillars (Mental, Emotional, Spiritual, etc.)
for extended periods.
- A
feeling that grace, peace, and joy are aspirations you never reach,
rather than your daily reality.
How can someone start to reclaim their peace while still
managing a full career and family life?
They start by committing to the sacred invitation the
book offers—reclaiming their spiritual center. This is the anchor.
Reclaiming peace while managing a full life is achieved by focusing on alignment,
not balance. They must:
- Intentionally
deepen their relationship with God to ground all decisions.
- Use
the nine pillars to quickly assess and manage energy leaks.
- Choose
authenticity over performance, allowing grace and peace to govern
their choices in work and family.
What do you hope readers will feel or say after finishing
the book, especially when they ask themselves, “Is it well with my soul?”
I hope readers will feel an incredible sense of wholeness,
liberation, and clarity. When they ask the question, “Is it well with my
soul?” I want them to answer with a resounding, “Yes, because I am
finally aligned.” I hope they say, "I have stopped being a human giver
and I have reclaimed my spirit. I now know how to cultivate a life where flourishing
is my default state."