If I’m going to keep it real with you, it took me years to start living a life on my own terms. My family raised me the best way they knew and I still suffered from challenges surrounding my physical, mental, and spiritual health.  I was out here feeling like a fraud because what people saw externally (accomplishments and accolades), did not reflect my internal self that was in distress. 
 
After years of neglecting my physical and mental health, I got tired of my own shit and right then decided I needed to make a change immediately if I want to live long enough to achieve real, purposeful goals. It was at this moment I decided to practice what I preached; that acknowledging you need help never makes you weak.

I went on my own Well-volution! I quit my job to attend to my health needs, started working with a fitness trainer and nutritionist, and consistently showed up for my therapy and mentorship sessions. As a result, this created space for opportunities and moments that nurtured my mental, physical, and social wellness.
 
I believe we have the ability to be self-healers. I can also attest that the journey through this lifetime can be beautiful but challenging. And even though we are strong, resilient, and smart, it’s ok to accept that we know what we know and we don’t know what we don’t know (a concept I struggled with for a hot minute). This journey is not meant to be done alone. We need support; we need community. Ultimately, this is why I crafted wellness programs for individuals who are prepared to be guided and ready to intentionally put in work to be their best selves and serve their tribes better.
 
In a nutshell, I am a mental health professional who sometimes operates as an imperfect, stubborn, and particular human. It took some time (maybe too much) but I made changes necessary to live a better life and show up as the Wilanda I want people to know. No matter who you are, you are capable of having your Wil to Wellness success story too!