I AM YOUR COACH!

My name is Teresa Ford, and I grew up in Northwest Washington, just an hour north of Seattle. I was born into a blended family with siblings from my parents’ previous marriages, plus two brothers I grew up with at home. Yep, I was the middle child, and if you know anything about birth order, that explains a lot!

Like many, I was raised by emotionally immature parents. That’s not a criticism; it’s just the reality. They did their best, but they weren’t equipped with the tools to provide emotional support. They always kept a roof over our heads and gave us what they could, but emotional neglect left a lasting impact. It wasn’t until much later that I realized I had to heal from that and learn how to build a life based on self-worth, love, and personal growth.

Fast-forward to adulthood: the only career I ever dreamed of was being a mother. And that’s exactly what I did. My husband and I had five amazing children in just ten years! It was a whirlwind of diapers, late nights, and all the joys and challenges of parenting. By the time my fourth child arrived, something clicked—I realized I didn’t want to be like my mother in terms of parenting. I wanted to find a better way.

I had to learn how to raise my children with love, patience, and intention rather than frustration and yelling. That was my first big wake-up call—the moment I began my personal growth journey. I started asking myself bigger questions: Who am I in God’s eyes? What is my purpose? How can I be the best version of myself? That shift changed everything.

The Unexpected Journey to Entrepreneurship

A few years later, life threw a major curveball. The economy crashed, my husband lost his job, and after two years of living off our savings, we hit rock bottom. I was angry—at God, at life, at the whole situation. But looking back, I see it as one of the best things that ever happened to me.

I was forced out of my comfort zone and had to find a job. Not a career—just a job to help support our family. I had been homeschooling my kids and dedicating my life to them, so the idea of working outside the home felt overwhelming. But God had other plans.

At first, I left the house kicking and screaming, but what I discovered was a version of myself I didn’t know existed. I had gifts and talents that had been hidden beneath my identity as a mom. I realized I had a natural ability to connect with people, inspire them, and help them believe in their limitless possibilities. That’s when I knew: this is what I’m meant to do.

I wrote a personal mission statement that still guides me today:

“I am pure positive energy, born to share my optimism for limitless possibilities and lay hold upon every good thing because I have always known something good was coming.”

Even during my darkest moments, I always believed that better days were ahead. And every time I hit rock bottom, I found that it was the best thing that could have happened to me because it propelled me forward in a way I never expected.

From Fitness to Coaching

My career path led me through the fitness industry for 16 years. I became a hormonal fat loss expert and helped countless clients achieve their health goals. But over time, I realized my true passion wasn’t just fitness—it was mindset transformation.

People came to me thinking they needed a new workout plan, but what they really needed was a new belief system. Their limiting beliefs—often formed in childhood—were holding them back. I knew firsthand how those patterns could shape a person’s life, and I became passionate about helping others rewrite their stories and step into their power.

That’s how I became what I call an “accidentalpreneur.” I never set out to be a business owner, coach, or speaker, but God led me here, and I wouldn’t change a thing. Every challenge, every breakdown, and every rock-bottom moment shaped me into the person I am today.

Why This Blog Exists

Originally, this blog was called Know Your Worth because that was one of the biggest lessons I had to learn. I had spent so much of my life looking for validation from others, trying to prove my worth through effort, achievements, and external approval. But real self-worth doesn’t come from the outside—it comes from within.

That’s why this blog exists—to help you uncover your true worth, break free from limiting beliefs, and embrace the life you were meant to live. You have everything you need inside you right now. You don’t need permission to be your authentic self. You don’t need validation from anyone. You just need to reconnect with your inner guidance and trust that God has already given you everything you need to succeed.

What You Can Expect from This Blog

This is not just another personal development blog. Here’s what you can expect:

✨ Real-life stories – I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned the hard way so you don’t have to.

✨ Mindset shifts – Learn how to break free from old patterns and step into your power.

✨ Practical tools – Strategies you can apply today to start seeing real transformation.

✨ Inspiration & encouragement – Because let’s face it, we all need a cheerleader in our corner!

I’m not here to tell you what to do—I’m here to help you find your own answers. I want you to tune into your intuition, strengthen your relationship with God, and become the person you were meant to be.

Let’s Connect!

I want this to be a two-way conversation. If you have questions, insights, or topics you want me to cover, reach out! You can email me at teresacoaching@gmail.com.

From this point forward, I hope we’re friends. You’re here for a reason, and I’m so grateful that you’ve chosen to spend this time with me.

Note: You can access the full blog content in audio versions on   Spotify and   YouTube.  Happy listening! 🎧 

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