At The Fire WIthin Her, we believe in the power of your story and the impact it can have on the world. Our mission is to provide a platform for women to share their hardships, trials, and their journey to overcoming, in order to inspire and give hope to others. Life is hard, but you do not have to do it alone. We believe it is possible to live a life full of joy and contentment, despite adversity, and we hold onto the truth that the best is yet to come.
Hi everyone! I’m Dawn, and am so happy to be sharing with everyone. My husband and I were just shy of three years trying to conceive when we finally got a positive pregnancy test. Almost 3 years of negative tests, a diagnosis of endometriosis, 2 surgeries, multiple failed cycles, and even one failed round of IVF before we had success our second round, with our very last embryo.
Hello, friends! I’m Sarah. I live in Southern California with my husband, Jay and our pet succulent, Mella.
Jay and I met on a dating app when I was 32. I had pretty much given up hope of meeting a good man, because my dating experience as an older gal was mostly: DRY BARREN WASTELAND. (Cue the “Elephant Graveyard” soundtrack from The Lion King). And also: I was in the throes of working to heal*, after spending the better part of six years in bed with chronic invisible illness, and my health package didn’t exactly scream: “I AM YOUR DREAM WIFE.”
Read MoreMy name is Chelsea with Adoptadventure.com. I am so excited to be here! Over on the blog you will see that Adopt Adventure is about enjoying this adventure we call life in a greater community. I was all about participating in telling my story because of the message behind it being to encourage other women through community. I have been through some hard things, and I hope that someone, somewhere can find encouragement through a piece of my story. Feel free to leave your comments and questions below. I will get back to you!
Read MoreMy name is Lina, 34 years old, married, and I have a beautiful daughter that is about to turn 4 this November. I’m from south of Sweden, I work as a nurse and am about to take a masters in nurse anesthesia. I love to travel. I have lived in countries like Spain, South Africa and Costa Rica, which all have a special place in my heart. A couple of years ago, 5 to be more exact, I was very active. I did crossfit, weightlifting, muay thai and dance, mostly hip hop. I was in the best shape of my life and it felt like my body could achieve anything. I know now that I took it all for granted.
Read MoreJaydee Graham is the truth teller behind the soulful hub The Soul Grind. She thrives in advocating for those who have trouble doing so for themselves and finds the essence of life within soulful conversations infused by coffee. She is a healing woman who channels her soul into writing, so that others may feel seen, heard and empowered to step into their journey and love themselves.
Read MoreHi world, I’m Katie Blanchard Im a wife, a mom, passionate salon owner and a survivor. I’m a Midwest girl by birth and by heart, living in Wisconsin, where it can go from 95 degrees to below 20. I am a girl who has overcome abusive relationships, divorce and loss. I am now happily remarried but have experienced more loss over the years.
Read MoreMy name is Erinn Foglesong. I live in yoga pants, am fueled by coffee and kettle corn, and have an unhealthy obsession with double stuffed Oreos. I am married to my BFF, Jarad, and together we have a son, Max. I am a mom to two perfectly spoiled rescue dogs and a calligraphy + design business owner. When I am not working or caring for Max, I am busy advocating for mental health, animal rights, and human rights.
Read MoreHi! I am Jenny! I am a 41 year old, unmarried woman with no children, and have a job that pays substantially well but could be classified as stressful at times. I married my high school sweetheart when I was 19 and found myself divorced, disappointed, and catapulted into a scary world by the time I was 21 years old. That was TWENTY years ago. Where does the time go?
Read MoreAll of us go through one or another type of a hardship or struggle at some point in our life. I believe that these tests, these "fires" do not burn us up and destroy us, but rather shape us and mold us into the strong women that we become. No matter the type of obstacle or dark situation you may find yourself faced with, remember that just as lifting weights makes you stronger, going through mental, emotional, or spiritual battle will ultimately create the character that makes you the strong woman you are.
Read MoreI’m Chelsea – I love to hike, travel, read, I want to change the world in some way – big or small—and I absolutely love spending time with my amazing family, friends, and 2 Pitbull babes. However, if you had asked me about myself this time last year I would have probably just shrugged my shoulders and given you a self-deprecating answer about preferring to be lazy at home. I was in hiding, big time.
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