Today, I’m celebrating the wounded healer archetype transformation in my life. At the beginning of the year, this felt like an impossible dream—teaching not just one, but two fitness classes in a row. I led Muscle Pump. Then I went straight into Cardio Dance. For the first time in a long time, my body didn’t hurt afterward.
This victory is monumental because just months ago, I could barely walk up the stairs without being carried by my aunt. My journey with rheumatoid arthritis has been excruciating, both physically and emotionally. At my lowest points, the pain in my knees was so severe. I fell multiple times. This left bone lesions on my patella. There were days when I couldn’t take a step forward.
For four months, I tried biologic medications. Every week, I’d give myself injections, and the aftermath was brutal. I’d be bedridden, unable to move for a full day. The next day, it felt like my body had been tossed down a flight of stairs. Deep down, I knew that these medications were only a temporary solution—a bandage over a much deeper wound. So, I made the difficult decision to stop taking them. The road to healing was brutal at first, but in that surrender, I found a greater strength. – This is the embodied wounded healer archetype.
I learned to let the universe support me—through my aunt, my uncle, and, most importantly, myself. This past year has been one of the most intense experiences of my life. The pain in my knees was not just physical. It was also symbolic of the steps I wasn’t taking in my life. I knew I was ready for more responsibility, but I was still afraid to be seen. Every time I mustered the courage to take a step forward, fear would pull me back.
Today, I am not just celebrating teaching two fitness classes—I am celebrating the Wounded Healer Journey within me. The version of myself that wouldn’t have been able to do this is now transformed. I was too afraid to take a step forward before. My body, which once felt like a prison, is now a source of strength and joy. My knees, my elbows, my wrists—they don’t hurt today, and I trust deeply in my body’s ability to heal itself.
The Wounded Healer archetype teaches us that our pain can be the source of our greatest passion. On this week’s podcast, I shared how my body shut down. My masculine and feminine energies were not in balance. I spent nine months processing my life. I stepped back from the constant ‘doing’ to truly listen to where I was meant to go next. Going off medication was a blessing because it revealed the power within me—the power to heal anything.
We all have this capability. The more we lean into joy and passion, the more we raise our vibration, and in that higher state, we find our unique medicine. Our true healing comes from how we show up in the world, not just through our businesses but in how we live as an expression of love. For me, my business aligns with my passions and raises my frequency daily. But I also firmly believe that our purpose isn’t tied to just one thing—it’s about how we live holistically, and how we tap into our joy in every aspect of life.
If my journey resonates with you and you’re ready to take the next step on your own healing path, let’s connect. I offer personalized coaching through my UnModeled Path program, designed to help you find balance and elevate your life. Set up a call with me today to see if you’re a good fit for the UnModeled Path. And don’t forget to take the Divine Feminine Archetypes Quiz to explore where you are on your journey.
About Me: I’m Elise, a former model turned spiritual entrepreneur, passionate about helping women reconnect with their bodies, balance their energy, and create lives that reflect their true purpose. After overcoming burnout and chronic illness, I’ve dedicated myself to guiding others on their path to healing, joy, and abundance. Through my coaching, podcast, digital courses, easy to edit templates and creative workshops, I offer a holistic approach to business and life, helping women align with their highest selves.
Ready to take the first step toward your transformation? Set up a call with me today and take the Divine Feminine Archetype Quiz to discover your unique path to healing and growth!
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