<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Leisa Wallace Enterprises]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turning hardship into hope and passion into purpose.
Author-Speaker-Advocate]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/chronicallythrivingblog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:01:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.authorleisawallace.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Transforming Emotions into Personal Growth: Emotional Growth Techniques for Rediscovering Your Worth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Maybe it’s illness, a sudden change, or a loss that feels like the ground beneath you has shifted. I know what it’s like to feel like you’re holding it all together, but inside, the pieces are scattered. What if I told you that those very emotions you’re wrestling with—the fear, the sadness, the frustration—could be the doorway to something new? Something deeper. Something that helps you rediscover your worth and purpose. I want to walk with you...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/transforming-emotions-into-personal-growth-emotional-growth-techniques-for-rediscovering-your-worth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69792292da77a8ffff0547b3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:32:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_27f6b589eed3485d8147b4dfd06852e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Uncertainty: Handling Unpredictability Effectively]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of shifting beneath our feet when we least expect it. One moment, you feel steady, and the next, everything feels like it’s swirling in a storm. I know this feeling well. It’s that ache of not knowing what’s next, the quiet fear that maybe you won’t find your footing again. But here’s the thing - uncertainty isn’t just a challenge to survive. It can be a doorway to something deeper, something sacred. I want to share with you some ways I’ve learned to handle unpredictability...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/embracing-uncertainty-handling-unpredictability-effectively</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694ae2d349cd504c60cc178f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 19:24:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_77db3a900d05482fba0f100865b8c87f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mindful Choices Techniques: Embracing Mindfulness in Decision Making for Better Choices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Sometimes it’s illness, sometimes it’s loss, or a sudden shift that leaves us questioning who we are and what’s next. When the world feels heavy, making decisions can feel like trying to find your way through a thick fog. I’ve been there. And what I’ve learned is that mindful choices techniques  can be a gentle compass, guiding us back to ourselves and helping us make decisions that honor our true worth. Finding Ground with Mindful Choices...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/mindful-choices-techniques-embracing-mindfulness-in-decision-making-for-better-choices</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694193e21879721f4337ef31</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:44:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_10e0ad12fbdc4f2195b445d823acc554~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspiring Personal Transformation Stories to Motivate You on Your Self-Discovery Journeys]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Sometimes it’s illness, sometimes it’s loss, or a sudden shift that makes us question everything we thought we knew about ourselves. I want you to know something important right now: you’re not behind. You’re becoming. This isn’t about rushing or fixing. It’s about gentle unfolding, one breath at a time. I’ve walked through some dark valleys myself, and I’ve found that the stories of others who have journeyed through their own storms can be like...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/inspiring-personal-transformation-stories-to-motivate-you-on-your-self-discovery-journeys</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69302b73644b95bce4b2bcee</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 22:30:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_ad4e895c17284082aef1c25f6a38f1ab~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking Free from Decision Paralysis with Mindfulness]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a quiet ache that comes with standing at a crossroads, feeling like every path is tangled in fog. You want to move forward, but your mind feels stuck, spinning in circles. I’ve been there too—caught in that limbo where making a choice feels like a mountain too steep to climb. It’s not about laziness or lack of willpower. It’s deeper. It’s the weight of uncertainty, the fear of making the wrong move, and the exhaustion of trying to hold it all together. But what if the way out isn’t...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/breaking-free-from-decision-paralysis-with-mindfulness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691b785fb8e90ba7de35d40e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:55:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_98fb4e7388fd45bb9217bb796e2bcd1d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighter Birthday Party Planning Made Easy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Planning a birthday party can feel like a mountain you’re not sure you’re ready to climb. Especially when life has shifted beneath your feet, and the energy to pull everything together feels thin. But what if this party could be a gentle celebration - a moment of light and joy that feels just right? If you’re thinking about a firefighter-themed party, I want to walk with you through some simple, grounded ideas that can make this day feel special without overwhelming you. Finding the Heart of...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/firefighter-birthday-party-planning-made-easy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69123d6344d4e00cba07ae30</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:41:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_64d12e7abc3d45e9a59adeb4455df8ca~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspiring Stories of Personal Transformations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Sometimes it’s illness, sometimes it’s loss, or a sudden shift that leaves us questioning who we are beneath the surface. I want to share with you some stories that have touched me deeply—stories of women who found their way back to themselves when everything seemed lost. These inspiring self-discovery tales remind us that transformation is possible, even when the road feels long and uncertain. Finding Light in the Dark: A Journey Back to...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/inspiring-stories-of-personal-transformations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6909899abb9a5281a8b1bdab</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:12:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_274e50f43f574e2fb191668f84c50e1f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transforming Emotions into Pathways for Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of stopping us in our tracks. Sometimes it’s illness, sometimes it’s loss, or a sudden shift that leaves us feeling unmoored. I know what it’s like to carry that weight - the ache of feeling less than, the quiet question of “Who am I now?” It’s in those moments, when everything feels fragile, that our emotions become more than just feelings. They become doorways. Pathways. Invitations to grow. I want to sit with you here, across this quiet space, and talk about how we can...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/transforming-emotions-into-pathways-for-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ffb254a6685bed0c14e2a1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:37:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_e9b7eb08520b428abe78cb075ac5d78f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Life's Uncertainties with Confidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Life has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect it. One moment, you feel steady, grounded, and sure of your path. The next, everything feels like it’s shifting beneath your feet. I know this feeling well. It’s that quiet, gnawing ache of not knowing what’s next, or if what you’re doing even matters. But here’s the thing - you’re not alone in this. And more importantly, you don’t have to have it all figured out to move forward with grace and confidence. Managing Life's...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/navigating-life-s-uncertainties-with-confidence</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f7cd2832ef022fab1179b5</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:13:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_698dc89ede7b4f6f831394fb82c595e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[To-Do List: Rest. Survive. World Domination (Optional).]]></title><description><![CDATA[We love a good checklist. But when you're living with chronic illness, even the most basic to-do list can feel like a mountain climb in...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/to-do-list-rest-survive-world-domination-optional</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e8992589f652c76e95cd64</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 01:07:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_3052844842614dfe9c1e90bdc999bcfe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[That Exhausting, but Totally Rewarding Feeling After Taking a Shower]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are few things more complicated than a simple shower when you live with chronic illness. It sounds so basic. So ordinary. But let’s...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/that-exhausting-but-totally-rewarding-feeling-after-taking-a-shower</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e898b089f652c76e95cbef</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 01:05:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_deb029685c724cfc9fc516f5f4255ec2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Me Trying to Remember If I Took My Meds… or Just Thought About Taking Them]]></title><description><![CDATA[You know the moment. You’re standing in the kitchen, staring at the pill bottle, completely unsure: Did I take it already? Or did I just...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/me-trying-to-remember-if-i-took-my-meds-or-just-thought-about-taking-them</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e897eefe36f598432e578a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 01:02:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_44f1fecf2ad74fc4bd6ec5b0cc77ef61~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[On Today’s Episode of “I Don’t Look Sick”...]]></title><description><![CDATA[I smiled at the cashier.I laughed at a joke.I wore makeup. I answered emails. I even posted a cute photo. And someone said, “You don’t...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/on-today-s-episode-of-i-don-t-look-sick</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e89759f96b48cc2d1d9d2f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:59:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_d61b912c7a2f4b3bb3290d2d2476554d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chronically Ill. Chronically Employed. Chronically in Need of a Nap.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somewhere between doctor appointments and deadlines, we’re making it work.But let’s be honest: it’s not easy. Living with chronic illness...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/chronically-ill-chronically-employed-chronically-in-need-of-a-nap</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e8967cf96b48cc2d1d9acc</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:56:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_c26eb30b0f014340ae9380fa536c616e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Wins that Count]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Small Wins That Count Because thriving isn’t loud—it’s steady, gentle, and real. ✅ Got out of bed ✅ Brushed my teeth ✅ Drank a glass...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/small-wins-that-count</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e89492f96b48cc2d1d959f</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:51:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_58a123bee90e4a0ea6f5bbddae6a2e8e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Battery: 2% — Still Expected to Adult Like I’m at 100%]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are days I wake up and feel like that meme—frayed, foggy, and barely functioning. The hair's a mess, the coffee is barely strong...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/battery-2-still-expected-to-adult-like-i-m-at-100</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e8931989f652c76e95bc75</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:43:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_8a55b0f8d8cb4343bae3b31fe1532520~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond Survival: Setting Meaningful Goals While Living with Multiple Sclerosis and other Chronic Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rethinking Goal Setting After encountering life-altering challenges, many of us tend to hyper-focus on goals related to managing our...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/beyond-survival-setting-meaningful-goals-while-living-with-multiple-sclerosis-and-other-chronic-ill</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67abe68d90c5c2b7971c119f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:03:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_d5c72d5f92e54fd49bb4533481713665~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decision Paralysis and Chronic Illness: How to Overcome Overwhelm and Take Action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Decision Paralysis in Facing Life's Hardships: Why and How to Overcome It? ​ What is Decision Paralysis? Decision paralysis is a common...]]></description><link>https://www.authorleisawallace.com/single-post/decision-paralysis-and-chronic-illness-how-to-overcome-overwhelm-and-take-action</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67abc244816290c295d1b19a</guid><category><![CDATA[Chroncially Thriving]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:21:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0f3f6_90a6462f8a7c4401b897e3d22fa924c5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leisa Wallace</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unleashing Uncharted Creativity: Navigating Artistry through Chronic Illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Living with chronic illness often feels like an uphill battle that saps strength and stifles creativity. 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