I had just embarked on my massage school adventure, and we were encouraged to design our own business cards as aspiring massage therapists. One evening, while sifting through countless images in search of a symbol that resonated with me, I stumbled upon a simple yet captivating drawing of a dragonfly. Instantly, I knew my search was over. The dragonfly became my unofficial logo.

Could there be a deeper significance to this choice beyond its aesthetic appeal? Curious, I delved into the symbolism of the dragonfly and discovered that it universally represents change and transformation.

Change and transformation—exactly what I was undergoing at massage school, transitioning from a long-time role in western healthcare to becoming a Holistic Practitioner. Little did I know, my life was about to be completely redefined—or perhaps, finally aligned. The dragonfly was my first clue. The second came when I met my husband in class, and we married two years later.

Starting massage school in 2001, I was grappling with the exhaustion of a full-time night shift job, nearing burnout after nearly two decades as a Respiratory Therapist, recently divorced, unfulfilled, and weary from a career steeped in illness and loss. I longed to make a positive impact on people's lives before they reached the hospital. Unbeknownst to me, stepping into that massage classroom marked the beginning of a profound journey.

Ask any massage therapist, and they’ll likely agree that massage school transforms your very essence. For me, it illuminated my life's purpose from a more spiritual and enlightened perspective. I became grounded, more self-aware, and clearer about the person I aspired to be. It wasn’t an easy path, but the dragonfly symbolized the endless possibilities that change could bring.

I continued to use my dragonfly logo after graduation, as I launched my private practice. By the end of my first year in business, another dragonfly found me—a more mature image, perfectly mirroring my own growth as a Holistic Practitioner. I was beginning to embrace my true self and envision the limitless potential of my transformation. It was true self-realization.

Originally, my dragonfly journey was personal, centered on my change and transformation. Now, it's evolved into a mission to inspire and support others in their own journeys. As a massage therapist and now a self-care specialist, I focus on prioritizing women and their self-care needs through connection, sharing, and learning.

When we prioritize ourselves through self-care, our lives become enriched with empowerment, self-love, and self-acceptance. For me, the dragonfly symbolizes the harbinger of change and hope for a richer life journey.