Learning to Trust the In- Between

I was writing this in my journal this evening and then decided to make a version of this into a caption for Instagram, which eventually led me to write it here. Will anyone see this? Probably not, but if nothing else, it's for me.

I’m still figuring out my career. I say that out loud now, without shame.
I’m curious. Working while learning. Growing while going.
Putting myself in spaces that feel uncomfortable. Trying things I’ve never done before. Letting myself be new even when every part of me wants certainty or stabililty like all of my friends.

When I feel this way, I have to remind myself that just under a year ago, my life looked completely different.

I was living in another country. I felt deeply lost & I cried most days.
At 30, I carried this quiet but heavy belief that I was supposed to have it all figured out by now. That after years of hard work, pushing, achieving, and striving, I would feel settled. Secure. Proud, in my career, in my relationship, in my financial status.

Instead, I felt disconnected from my body and intuition. My mind and body were speaking two different languages, one telling me this is it, this is the dream you have wanted and worked hard for, ( which on paper it was ), and yet my body was filled with crippling anxiety and signs I kept ignoring. Were there still moments of happiness? Absolutely, every day, amazing friendships, colleagues, jobs, companies, and opportunities, all products of my hard work and determination. Yet like I said, my body was telling me something different.

That realization was really uncomfortable. Was I really about to leave everything, everything I knew for 7 years, because my gut was telling me to? God.. Even writing that freaks me out because what do you mean, how is that even an option? My gut told me at the time of complete exhaustion that it was my only option.

So I changed everything.
My country.
My relationship.
My career.
My lifestyle.

None of it was easy. None of it was linear. And none of it came with certainty.

Trust wasn’t something I had access to back then. I didn’t trust myself, my timing, or my choices. I trusted external markers instead job titles, productivity, stability, what made sense on paper. Letting go of those things felt like failure, even when staying felt like self-betrayal.

What I’m learning now is that alignment doesn’t arrive all at once.

It doesn’t come packaged as the perfect role that ticks every box: finance, wellness, freedom, and balance. Sometimes only one or two are present. Sometimes they rotate. Sometimes they feel far away. And that doesn’t mean you’re off track; it means you’re building something honest.

I’m learning to notice when something no longer aligns.
To listen without immediately panicking about what comes next.
To let endings exist without forcing immediate answers.

This phase of my life isn’t about having it all figured out.
It’s about rebuilding trust with myself, with my body, and with the quieter voice underneath the noise.

Trusting that following my values, even without a clear map, is enough.
Trusting that growth can be messy, slow, and still meaningful.
Trusting that choosing myself doesn’t require certainty — just honesty.

I don’t know what’s next - I mean, no one really does, but I definitely don't. What I do know is I trust myself and my abilities. All while still learning, still single, and learning to fall in love with Ireland, my life, and all it has to offer.

And right now, that feels like progress.

If any part of this resonates, you’re welcome to stay close.
I’ll be sharing more about a new offering in the new year called Soul Purpose. It is for those who don’t have it all figured out but feel called to build something meaningful. It’s a mix of practical business support and grounded coaching, helping you trust yourself, move forward with clarity, and stay well along the way. soon.

If this feels supportive, you can leave your details below. No pressure, no expectations, just a gentle way to connect and receive more information when it’s ready.

Virtual Assistance and Business Support

“Soul isn’t just the name of my business, it’s the energy behind everything I do”

I always knew I  loved helping people bring their ideas to life since working with many small businesses, and most recently, a business very close to my heart, Huha, they are amazing and you should check them out! I realised in one of my reviews that when asked what I loved most about my role, I said for four years in a row, I love helping people, be that customers or our own team it was always where my heart went with every decision I made.

Now since fully stepping into my own business, I love that I get to gather together all of the things that excite me and that I am good at to continue my passion. Helping people live their best lives both personally and professionally ( oh, I am also a yoga teacher and life coach, helping people with anxiety ).

As a Virtual Assistant and Business Consultant, I wear many hats but am always grounded in one goal: helping soul-led businesses grow with integrity and ease.

The Quiet Power of having someone on your side.

Being an entrepreneur and business owner can be lonely when you are just starting out. I really understand. You are constantly questioning your decisions, or perhaps you are too scared even to make any decisions. Making decisions quickly and well is a massive part of running and growing a successful business. Some days are easier than others, and most days something will go wrong, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the world. Having someone on your side helps share that responsibility.

Consulting With Heart

I found myself helping people with every part of their business and loving every second of it, from refining their brand voice to streamlining their systems. That’s when I realized what I love most is helping people and giving them the space to open up their calenders for things they love doing and yes that meant I thought them yoga too. This was intuitive business consulting.

I now help heart-centered entrepreneurs align their big vision with grounded, sustainable strategy. Whether you're refining your customer journey, planning a retreat, hiring your first team member, or creating offers that reflect your values, I’m here to help you build a business that feels as good on the inside as it looks from the outside.

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Who I Work With

I’m especially passionate about supporting:

• Founders of small, values-driven businesses

• Women who want to lead in their own way, not by hustling, but by trusting their voice

• Founders who feel they are ready to take their business to the next level but need help ironing out some kinks first.

• Founders who are struggling to define their role and find the confidence to hire a full-time member and trust another person with their dream.

• Anyone in a season of transition, ready to build or rebuild a business with intention

What Makes This Soul Work

Soul isn’t just the name of my business, it’s the energy behind everything I do. I bring a trauma-informed, intuitive approach to consulting and operations. That means honoring nervous system regulation, making space for life to be messy sometimes, and staying aligned with your "why" as much as your revenue goals.

If you’ve ever wished for someone to walk beside you, not just as a strategist, but as a grounded support system, I’d love to chat.

Ready to co-create with Soul?

Send me an email to soulshalaconnect@gmail.com