by jewelswellness | Nov 19, 2025 | Anxiety, Burnout, Mental Health Awareness, Surgery emotions
Seven months after my hysterectomy, I thought I was strong enough to keep going at full speed. Working full time. Growing my business. Showing up for women every day. And then my body forced me to stop. This blog explores the truth about menopause after hysterectomy,...
by jewelswellness | Sep 19, 2025 | Journaling and your brain, Journaling for Mental Health, Somatic Healing
The Story Behind BREATHE Most journals only ask for your thoughts. BREATHE is different. It was designed for busy midlife women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, and disconnected from their bodies. Instead of overcomplicating things, this journal keeps it simple: a few...
by jewelswellness | May 16, 2025 | Journaling, Mental Health Awareness, Never too Late, Rise with Jewels YouTube Page
My Story of Sobriety, Healing, and Starting a Business I didn’t start my YouTube channel to go viral. I started it because I needed to tell the truth. About addiction. About healing from trauma. About what it means to rebuild your life after 50, one courageous step at...
by jewelswellness | Apr 14, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Journaling, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Self care, Somatic Healing, Surgery emotions
Recovery doesn’t always go as planned—especially in midlife. Two weeks after surgery (and yes, a surprise catheter situation), I’m sharing what this healing process has really looked like, and how journaling has helped me stay grounded through it all. If you’re...
by jewelswellness | Feb 1, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Journaling, Mental Health Awareness, Stress versus mental illness
Understanding the Difference Between Everyday Stress & Mental Health Conditions Life is overwhelming sometimes—work deadlines, family responsibilities, unexpected challenges. It’s easy to feel drained, anxious, or even exhausted. But is all stress a sign of mental...
