Judy Herman

, Okay… I have to admit… this was FUN 😊

I put together this little iMovie from our Rise Above Retreat this past weekend… and it actually captures the spirit of what we experienced.

But honestly, even this doesn’t fully put it into words.

For three days, we gathered with one shared theme:
to have honest conversations without managing everyone else’s emotions.

And what unfolded… was more than I expected.

It truly felt like sacred space.

There was room to pause.
To speak honestly.
To listen without fixing.
To be seen without performing.

Together, we took deep breaths of A.I.R.
Awareness. Intentions. Risks of Growth.

There were tears and laughter! We even sat by the fire pit.
We danced and sang!

And something shifted.

Clarity began to rise.
Walls softened.
Confidence returned.

More than once, I found myself thinking…
this is a divine appointment.

And now, as we enter Holy Week, I can’t help but see the connection.

This is such a sacred time of remembering that new life is always possible.

That we are invited to rise above…
to release old patterns…
and step into a new way of living and relating.

Not by striving…
but by allowing.

I’m still taking it all in.

And I’m already feeling excited about the next Rise Above Retreat in July 💫

If you feel even a little curious about what this kind of space could be like for you… feel free to message me. I’d love to share more.

And in the meantime, I’ll be sharing simple insights in the coming weeks to help you rise above relationship drama in your everyday life.

💭 I’d love to hear… what part of this resonates with you most?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ky0gTF6ow5g

Some of the most meaningful gifts don’t come in boxes.

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah and/or just plain ol' Happy Holidays! . . . Really, this day is sacred and I want to know. . .

If you’re celebrating today, let’s also welcome the gifts that don’t fit under the tree.

The gift of presence.
Slowing down.
Listening with curiosity.
Empathizing instead of fixing.
Being fully here so those we love feel truly heard and understood.

These are the moments that linger long after the day passes.

May the light of Christ fill your heart with peace, your relationships with grace, and your home with joy.

💬 I’d love to hear from you:
What does being fully present look like for you this season—or what helps you return to it when life feels full?

(One word, one sentence, or a simple reflection—your voice matters.)

Have you ever heard a sentence so powerful it shifted your whole life?

I have.

It was five simple words from my therapist years ago. And they became the turning point that shaped my entire mission.

I shared that story on The Knowledge Seeker Podcast, along with practical ways to navigate relationship challenges with more clarity and calm.

And if you want to go deeper, I’m teaching the free “No More Eggshells” masterclass tonight!! at 6 PM ET. Be sure to register!

https://bit.ly/49X4C4u

No More Eggshells - Relationship Wellness, LLC No More Eggshells Free Live Masterclass for divorced women in helping professionals ready to rise beyond toxic into their next chapter.

Google News just now picked up my quote this week about the “No Kings” issue.


“Relationships mirror similar dynamics, whether it’s a family or a government. We either dominate, or we dialogue. The moment we stop listening, we start losing our shared humanity.”


Whether in families or in our nation, the answer isn’t domination. It’s dialogue. And I can't ignore how vital this issue touches us all at our very core. I am reminded of how crucial it is to stay grounded in what truly heals us. It's our relationship wellness.


That's why tonight at 6:00 PM Eastern time, I'm hosting the free live masterclass, "No More Eggshells."


It's a virtual class tonight at 6 PM (Eastern). Right in the comfort of your own space, you can tune in. Just click on the details:


“No More Eggshells: Rise Above Relationship Drama”


We’ll explore how to rise above relationship drama and return to calm confidence. Yes, it starts with us at home and at work. Then we can impact the world and generations to come.


Join me in this movement toward healthier conversations and healthier families and nations.


, I hope to see you tonight! And do share with others you're thinking of!