Shifted on Purpose

This space was created from one of the hardest chapters of my life.

 

I lost both of my parents within 100 days of each other. And like many people, I thought I understood grief - but I wasn’t prepared for everything that came with it. Not just the emotional weight, but the decisions, the responsibilities, and the moments where I realized how much more clarity and preparation could have changed the experience. That season showed me how small gaps can become big challenges when you’re navigating loss. And that realization changed me.

 

My parents raised five independent children who were able to carry the weight of that time together. We figured it out. But I couldn’t stop thinking about my own life — my children, my spouse, and all the “what ifs.” I thought about the people I know who haven’t given this a second thought. The young families, the couples, the ones leaving behind loved ones with no plan, no guidance, nothing to stand on.

 

That’s what made this so personal. So urgent. Because this isn’t just about loss later in life. This is about all of us - right now - and the people counting on us to show up for them, even when we’re no longer here.

 

Shifted on Purpose is the space I wish existed when I needed it most. A place to talk about grief, legacy, planning, and the conversations we keep putting off. A place where we learn how to support each other through loss - not just with good intentions, but with real tools and honest conversations.

 

Because clarity is a gift. Preparation is love. And the people you love deserve both.