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Up for a Challenge?
Hello again friends! In June I decided to take a summer vacation from writing and now that there is snow on the ground I realize I...
Brenda Ridgley
Oct 31, 20193 min read
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How to Step Away and Reclaim Yourself
You're tired. Not the kind of tired that a single good night of sleep fixes. The kind that sits heavy in your bones. As the season shifts, everyone's calendar fills right back up. Work gets loud again. Days get packed to the brim. So let me ask you a real question: When that happens, what happens to you? If your immediate answer is "I'm just too busy to think about myself," it is time to change that pattern. You are allowed a break. You are allowed to hit pause. Three S
Brenda Ridgley
7 days ago3 min read


The Unseen Barrier to Belonging
How many times have you introduced yourself by listing what you do? 🤱"I’m a mother of two." 👩‍💼"I’m a professional / entrepreneur" 🧑‍🤝‍🧑"I'm a partner / caregiver." We wear these titles like badges of honor—and in many ways, they are. They represent our dedication, our hard work, and the love we pour into the people and organizations around us. But over time, a subtle shift happens: who we are becomes trapped in what we do. When our identity becomes entirely wrap
Brenda Ridgley
Sep 13 min read


Has “Protecting your Peace” Gone too Far?
If you’ve spent five minutes on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the phrase "protecting my peace." It’s everywhere right now. On the surface, it sounds like the ultimate act of self-love and emotional maturity. But as a coach who spends her life helping women build deep, unshakable sisterhoods, I’ve noticed a slippery slope. What started as a healthy practice is slowly turning into a culture of isolation. When we break down this movement, it really falls into three
Brenda Ridgley
Aug 192 min read
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