About Me
Hey! My friends call me Jules, so I guess y’all can call me that too. No, I’m not southern - I just seem to say "y’all" a lot. I was born and raised in Colorado, and I absolutely love living here. I have an incredible, tight-knit family; the "ride or die" type - they’ve supported me unconditionally through all of life's ups and downs, and I feel like I won the lottery with them.
I'm so glad I was born when I was - before smartphones and social media took over the world. I spent my childhood roaming the neighborhood with friends, climbing trees, riding bikes, and making sure I was home before dark, or in time for dinner. It was more magical than I even knew at the time. Just being present, outside, and exploring was absolute gold.
Having that childhood has made it easier to stay connected to what’s truly meaningful throughout life - real connection with people and nature, and to remain grounded in my own truth and sense of self. Quite the opposite of what’s inflicting so many people today with social media determining their worth, and where value is tied to likes and views. The more "connected" we are to our phones, the less connected we actually are as humans. Now, that’s something to solve!
As I got a little older, I moved to Los Angeles for a change of scenery and new experiences. I love Cali - the sun, sand, ocean… the whole vibe. I lived in a stretch of neighborhood called Miracle Mile and got a job at UCLA. I finally "made it to college" lol. Over time, I missed my family and the four seasons in CO, so I came back. Plus, it’s quite expensive to live out there… did you know!? But then again, so is CO nowadays!
I guess my "cause" in life - something I’ve always been passionate about - is mental health. Dealing with depression since I was young, you want to try and support other people going through their own battles since you know what it feels like. I’ve spent most of my career on the business and financial side of mental healthcare. Early on, I worked at the largest community mental health center in CO, known nationally as a model for innovative and effective behavioral healthcare. More recently, I helped build and scale the revenue cycle for a new franchise model, which expanded access to mental healthcare services across the nation, growing from a couple dozen clinics when I came on board, to over 200 by the time I left. Ok this is starting to sound a little like a LinkedIn profile lol.
I’ve always had an entrepreneurial spirit - wanting to be my own boss and create something of my own. I actually got to the point of preparing to pitch a product I created to investors, but life had other plans that gifted me with two wonderful human beings. I was in a new relationship where I became mom to two young kids (ages 4 and 8 at the time). Their biological mother was not in the picture, so more than a stepmom, I became their mom. Although I am no longer in that relationship, I am forever mom to these amazing kids, who are now 15 and 19 and still in my life today. They are my role models in many ways as they have taught me so much about resiliency, forging your own path, and thriving against all odds.
I’ve been fortunate to travel to some magnificent places in this world, experiencing the beauty of other countries and cultures. Being a deeply spiritual person, I can feel the energy of these historic places, which can sometimes bring me to tears. These experiences have taught me to look at life with a wider lens and deeper appreciation. It’s given me a profound sense of gratitude for the human experience and the richness that comes from witnessing some of the corners of the world.
When I got sick with Lyme, there was a long stretch where I lost myself; not intentionally... I just remember looking in the mirror one day and I was gone. I didn’t recognize the person looking back, and spirituality I was far, far away. Having been through the worst of it now, I’ve been able to come back into my body, and my spirituality has deepened even more - which I honestly don’t think would have happened had I not gotten Lyme. My understanding of the human mind, body, and spirit is beyond what I ever would have known otherwise. I feel completely armed now on how to live optimally, all the way down to the energetic and cellular level.
So I guess I have another "cause" on top of mental health now: Lyme disease (which is why I created this website). I wanted to share my story in the hopes that someone - anyone - might find even one small thread that could end up being a lightbulb moment to help them along their own path. And perhaps doing this has been cathartic for me, too. I don’t know what tomorrow holds, but right now, I'm in a great place physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, and I intend to ride this wave all the way. I’m experiencing life through an elevated lens of love, health, abundance, and opportunity, and I’m excited for what’s ahead!
I’m so glad you found your way here. Thank you for taking the time to read my story.
With gratitude,
- Jules