Hands Free Mama

Visualizing Better Days Can Help You Cope Today

My metaphorical treehouse is where I share ideas that are helping me nourish the roots of what … [Read more...]

The Breather You Need Today

“Breathe. You’ve arrived.” These three powerful words are posted on the welcome sign at the … [Read more...]

Less Pressure, More Spark September

I’ve never made a summer bucket list. Creating a list of things I want to do or places I want to … [Read more...]

Uncomplicated Summer Guidance

Since the last time I wrote to you in this space, I’ve been hearing better – and I don’t mean with … [Read more...]

The Best Move All Year is Learning to Accommodate the Unexpected

Our Christmas tree was in a new spot this year. After nearly a decade in the same corner, year … [Read more...]

Insights Found in Tupperware Bowls and Survey Boxes May Influence Your Holidays

For Thanksgiving dinner 2022, I made conversation cards to use during our sit-down meal. Some … [Read more...]

I want to make memories, not to-do lists. I want to feel the squeeze of loving arms, not the pressure of over-commitment. I want to get lost in conversation with my favorite people, not consumed in a sea of unimportant emails. I want to be overwhelmed by sunsets that give me hope, not by overloaded agendas that steal my joy. I want the noise of my life to be a mixture of laughter & gratitude, not the intrusive buzz of mobile phones & text messages. I’m letting go of distraction, perfection, & pressure to grasp what really matters. I’m living Hands Free. Will you join me? (Read More)

“After attending one of Rachel’s speaking events, I am finding myself pausing more and re-setting my reactions to my spouse and children as a result of reflecting on the situations and lessons Rachel shared. Her decision to reveal the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what she’s learned as she’s worked to transform herself, has lasting impacts on her audience. Rachel’s lessons are like ripples in the ocean as they help others like me move towards choosing love and coming as we are. Rachel works wonders by helping others work wonders.” –A Hands Free Mama in progress

Visualizing Better Days Can Help You Cope Today

The Breather You Need Today

Less Pressure, More Spark September

Uncomplicated Summer Guidance

The Best Move All Year is Learning to Accommodate the Unexpected

Insights Found in Tupperware Bowls and Survey Boxes May Influence Your Holidays

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