Rising With Phoenix Grace

09/15/2025

Hi friends 👋 Phoenix here. If you’ve been following me a while, you know I’ve shared a lot of different things over the years. But today, I want to officially reintroduce myself.

Using my love of storytelling and connection, I’m a columnist, essayist, and freelance editor.

• As a writer, my essays explore culture, resilience, and the messy middle of life. You can find my work in , and now on my own Substack.

• As an editor, I help writers sharpen their stories so their truth shines through.

What you’ll see here moving forward:
✨ Honest behind-the-scenes of the writing life
✨ New essays + columns
✨ Editing tips + insights
✨ Occasional real talk about resilience, creativity, and simplifying life

If you’re a writer, reader, or just someone who loves authentic storytelling — you’re in the right place. 💌

Thanks for being here. I’m excited to start this chapter with you.

08/06/2025

3 years.

It took three years to become a paid freelance writer.

So many times I thought about throwing in the towel. Thinking if it was supposed to happen it would’ve.

I was shown again the gift of timing.

09/30/2024

09/21/2024

🚀 From aerospace engineering to the Marine Corps to…shaman? 🌙

In the latest episode of *The Rising with Phoenix Grace*, I interview who shares her inspiring story of transformation into a spiritual guide for s*x, love, and relationships. 💖

We talk about how to find what’s right for you, welcoming *all* of your feelings (even the dark ones), and why acceptance of every part of you is the key to deeper connections. 🌟

Ready to bring more acceptance into your life? 💫 Listen now, and tap the link in my bio to download the episode and explore Rimsha’s spiritual work! 🎧

09/16/2024

Back story: my daughter had the stomach flu. 😷

Make sure to check back every Monday for a new excerpt from my book “it wasn’t supposed to end like this”

09/02/2024

“It wasn’t supposed to end like this” day 134

08/19/2024

“When I got to his apartment I let him lead the conversation since I had said everything I needed to the last time we talked.

All the said after it all was said and done was “I’ll do whatever it takes to make you happy, because I realize my happiness is still very much attached to yours”.

I believe I kept my face neutral but my brain was bounding between: what the f**k, you’ve got to be kidding me, if that was the case we’d still be together and (I hope one day he eventually gets there) I see we’re still not taking any accountability or taking any action. “

It was the second time in a week it hit me, this is really done.

08/14/2024

Hello, soulful companions! 🌟 The Rising with Phoenix Grace Podcast Season 2 is almost here!!!!

This podcast is your guide on the journey to becoming the most powerful version of yourself. This season is all about connection, confidence, and lifestyle—bringing you stories and tools to help you rise into the life you truly want to live. 🎙️✨

From self-care and routines to travel, appearance, and healing, these conversations are here to help you prioritize feeling good and living authentically. Life’s a wild ride, so let’s laugh, learn, and rise together. I’m thrilled you’re here—let’s get ready to rise and shine! 🌈💖

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08/03/2024

“I know it could be much worse. I know we could hate each other…and every interaction could be a s**t show. and I am grateful that it’s not like that…but that doesn’t mean I don’t feel what I feel. That doesn’t meant that it’s any less hard. It doesn’t mean that I’m still not grieving.”

As promised. The first excerpt from my book “It wasn’t supposed to end like this”

And here’s the reason I share that one first. I just made another change. And people think it’s easy because I chose it. Can we stop telling each other how to experience something and how to feel about it or when to stop grieving it??

That is the why behind this book. To bring a space to let all feelings be valid.

07/29/2024

Hi friends!!

Wanted to jump on and give and update and introduce myself Incase you’re new here!!

So if you’re new here, Hi I’m Phoenix, womens empowerment coach, author, and the host of the rising with the Phoenix Grace podcast. Where my aim is to have conversations that will help us all rise to the most powerful versions of ourselves!

I took some time off to transition my life, moving from Michigan to the Big Island of Hawaii. And now that I am getting settled I’m ready to jump back in.

Season 2 of the podcast will drop August 16th! This season I’m focusing on taking chances and big leaps! Lots of stories of connection, community and lifestyle!

I will also start dropping nuggets from my book “It wasn’t supposed to end like this” which is a personal account of almost everyday of going through my divorce. The good, the bad, the entertaining and the heartbreak.

And lots and lots of more things! So thank you for being here, for your love, support and encouragement and let’s get ready to rise!!

04/30/2024

1 year!!!!!

“🎉✨ Celebrating one year of empowerment, inspiration, and growth on The Rising with Phoenix Grace Podcast!

🌟 From uplifting conversations to transformative insights, this journey has been nothing short of amazing.

🎙️💖 Thank you to all my incredible guests who have shared their wisdom along the way.

🙌💫 Thank you to our listeners for your continued support and encouragement! Here’s to many more years of rising together. 🎧💕

Leave me a comment and let me know what your favorite episode has been!!

Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

🎉🎧 Listen now and keep rising with us!”