LIFE IN A WORD

The word is VULNERABLE

Definition: Merriam-Webster Dictionary - Being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm.

I am directing this blog to those of you who are feeling somewhat immobilized by the challenges of divorce. The emotions, the losses and the fears associated with change that put you in a vulnerable space.

About "LIFE IN A WORD"

Each month, I select one word that captures a powerful life lesson - one that has shaped how I think, feel, and grow. My hope is that these reflections inspire you to pause, look inward, and explore what that same word might mean in your own life.

Published 1/16/26

Before sharing my story, let me offer words commonly associated with vulnerability. As you read each one, pause and notice how it lands within you:

Powerless. Defenseless. Susceptible. Weak. Passive. Helpless. Unprotected.

These words—and the emotions they stir—sit at the core of vulnerability. Yet vulnerability, as uncomfortable as it feels, does not have to be permanent. It can be understood. Managed. And ultimately, transformed.

If you or someone you know is recently divorced and these words resonate with you, please read to the end for the opportunity to take one very important step forward.

My Story on Vulnerability

Imagine a time when it felt as though the world was turning against you—when fear and helplessness consumed your thoughts. Finding a way out seemed impossible. Yet, sometimes, just when things seem darkest, something shifts.

Perhaps it was a moment of clarity—a quiet awakening or a subtle change in perspective that moved you from impossible to possible. That moment, however small, became a turning point, beginning a shift away from vulnerability and toward strength.

Lost at Sea

Picture this: You’re steering a small sailboat in the middle of a vast ocean. The weather begins to change. Waves crash against the hull. Water rises around your feet. Darkness settles in.

This image captures the essence of vulnerability—powerlessness and exposure to forces beyond your control.

Now imagine that in the darkness, you spot a glimmer of light off the bow of the boat. A direction. A possibility. That light ignites your inner voice and pulls you away from fear, guiding you toward safety.

The ability—and the willingness—to look through the darkness is what allows you to change course. It’s how you navigate calmer waters and find your way back to shore.

Navigating a Way Out

We all encounter moments of vulnerability. The difference between staying stuck and moving forward lies in how we respond to challenges.  Awareness, intention, and support can shift vulnerability into manageability—and eventually, into strength.

If you are recently divorced and still searching for the light, you don’t have to do this alone.

I offer a no-cost, no-obligation Discovery Session—a safe space for you to explore what feels heavy, uncertain, or overwhelming.

Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your vulnerability and begin applying tools that support clarity, confidence, and forward movement.

If you’re ready to move from feeling vulnerable to feeling empowered, I’m here to walk alongside you.

Reach out today - your path forward starts with a single conversation.

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You are not broken.

You are breaking open.

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