I love therapy.
written by Jenelle McClenahenI was getting divorced.
In 2021, my life took a turn I never expected. I was getting divorced—something I had vowed never to do. We had just bought my dream home, and superficially, I thought I had it all together. But when life comes tumbling down, you realize what really matters. It's certainly not the picture-perfect home and happy smiles displayed on social media.
generational trauma
I've always embraced therapy, but during my separation and divorce, I delved into some intense work with a new therapist who saved my life. It was in these sessions that I learned about concepts like "generational trauma" and "inner child." Generational trauma refers to the passing down of emotional pain and behaviors from one generation to the next, while inner child work involves addressing and healing the unmet needs of our childhood selves.
Facing feelings I had never felt safe enough to explore has been one of the greatest accomplishments and gifts I could give myself. This bravery has brought me to a place where I feel more solid in my foundation, leading me to create my business. As a former people pleaser, the little girl in me would never have imagined shining a spotlight on myself and making hard decisions, but I know she is proud and healing.
starting this business
SymplifyEd represents becoming closer to your purpose in life and focusing on what really matters—not the picture-perfect home, but the home within yourself. In education, teachers are overloaded with tasks that keep piling up, leading many to leave the profession. Our system allows teachers to focus on building relationships while we take care of academic data, providing the collaborative support needed to not just survive, but thrive.
meaningful life
I thank therapy for healing the parts of myself that needed to be healed in order to offer a unique, simplified perspective on education. By addressing our inner struggles, we can create a more meaningful and impactful life, both personally and professionally.