"Have you ever had days where everything felt like it was spiraling out of control? This time last year, I was spiraling almost everyday. Some days had numerous little spirals and others felt like one giant spiral. For years I just thought that was the way of life. I knew everyone had a struggle and mine was just a little bumpier. I became accustomed to daily struggles; in fact, I even expected them. Little did I know; this type of mindset was part of the problem. I began everyday with negative thoughts and worries already on my mind. Thanks to the tools Derika has given me, I begin everyday with positivity and an open mind. She helped me break the barriers that I unknowingly created. Not only did Derika break the barriers but she also helped me heal them.
I knew the type of work Derika did when we first met, but I was a little skeptical. Only till I had spiraled so bad that I had broken into tears and was on the brink of depression, did I finally reach out to Dericka. Since that day, everything has progressed beyond any of my expectations. I could have never comprehended all the improvements and positivity that have come to my life.
Pre-Derika, I had absolutely no direction in life. I was stuck in an endless routine of mediocrity. This only became clear once I began to see the potential in life. Everyday does not have to consist of overcoming struggles; rather, it is about taking-on challenges with excitement and enthusiasm. I find myself constantly reflecting and appreciating every moment and experience. Now when I see a “barrier” I approach them with excitement, because I now have the ability to turn them into an opportunity. Now, when I reflect on my past frustrations, I just smile. Within the first 2 months of seeing Derika, I was able to direct myself to the brand new career (that I would have never pursued but now love), create an even stronger bond with my loved ones, gain awareness of my inner strength, and changed my habits to truly treat my body like a temple. And right when you thought life could not get any better; the positivity Derika inspired in me became infectious. My family, friends, and significant other could all see and feel the positive developments in me, and this inspired a change within them. She has changed my entire life exponentially. Derika has given me tools (or gifts) so I never spiral out of control again."
Melody Alcantara, Sacramento