Judi's Story
Hi, I'm Judi!
Here is some insight as to who I am, how I got here and what I have to offer you.
Following college, I began a brief stint in the world of Market Research, but I quickly knew it was not where I was meant to be. I decided to go back to school to earn a Master of Arts degree in Teaching. I had a rewarding career teaching elementary school students for 26 years. I would probably still be teaching right now if life had not thrown me a curve ball.
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In the Spring of 2019, life as I knew it had ended when I heard those three little words,
“You have cancer.”​
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I had breast cancer. These words took on a life of their own and set me on a path of tests, procedures, decisions, and treatment. It was quite the detour and a lot to process.
A year and a half later, my treatment had ended and the best way to describe the feeling was that it was like being on a Merry-Go-Round. I was just going, going, going. When the ride ended, I got off but did not know where I was. I no longer recognized my life. I certainly could have gone back to the path I was on before cancer, but I felt that cancer was a wakeup call. I started to be honest with myself and began to face the fact that in certain aspects of my life, I had just been going through the motions. The things that had once brought me fulfillment, really had not for some time. I realized I was not living authentically. That’s when I decided it was time to move my life, Beyond The Ribbon.
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I began to make the necessary changes to create the life of my choosing. It’s hard to imagine ever calling cancer a gift, but it enabled me to see life through new lenses.
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I learned the importance of finding joy and being true to myself. I have worked hard to create my new beginning. That is the silver lining for which I will always be grateful.
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Part of this work was in becoming a Certified Life Coach. My passion has always been to help others and I would love to help you create the life of your choosing. You can live authentically and with a deep sense of inner peace and I have the tools to help you get there.
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You Are Not Alone!
A little more about me:
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I am a Certified Professional Coach.
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I have a Master’s Degree in Teaching.
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I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Business.
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I taught elementary school students for 26 years.
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I volunteer as a Peer Supporter for women with Breast Cancer.
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Some of my favorite things include walking outdoors, the peacefulness of the ocean, exploring unfamiliar corners of the globe, discovering quaint cafes and indulging in a comforting latte, unwinding in a serene spa for moments of tranquility, and enjoying the company of loved ones – whether it be family, friends, or my dog Maki.
