Yes!  You’ve found me.  I’m delighted that you’ve discovered this occasional blog and me.

I help people flourish by discovering meaning, wisdom, and clarity through story, spiritual care, and reflective practice.

My journey through ministry, motherhood, and significant life transitions has taught me that flourishing rarely follows a straight line. Through my own experiences and walking alongside others, I’ve witnessed how physical wellbeing, mental clarity, spiritual connection, meaningful purpose, and authentic relationships intertwine to create a life of wholeness.

This understanding, combined with my professional training and experience, informs all of my work—whether I’m facilitating workshops with older adults exploring gratitude and purpose, coaching leaders navigating workplace challenges, creating resources for ethical decision-making, or offering spiritual direction to those in transition.

My Approach and Training

As an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church with a Master of Divinity degree and advanced studies in gerontology, I bring deep theological understanding and practical wisdom to my work. My approach integrates:

• Specialized experience working with older adults and life transitions
• Certification as a Resilient Leadership Coach and Wellness Coach
• Training in Spiritual Direction and pastoral care
• Study of Bowen Family Systems Theory and Pastoral Care
• Graduate work in gerontology and aging

This diverse background allows me to offer comprehensive support that addresses the spiritual and practical dimensions of well-being, helping you discover meaning and growth in every season.

What I Offer

I work with individuals through soul care and coaching sessions using the THRIVE framework—a holistic approach that nurtures vitality, clarity, spirit, purpose, and connection.

I facilitate workshops and presentations on topics including aging with grace, values clarification, workplace ethics, spiritual formation, and creating meaningful daily practices.

I create resources and guides that help people navigate transitions, discover their values, and make aligned decisions.

Personal Elements

Beyond My Professional Life

When I’m not accompanying others on their journeys, you’ll find me enjoying time with my husband of over 35 years and our family. As a mother of five, I’ve navigated the many seasons of family life and continue to find joy in these relationships.

I find renewal through the beauty of the outdoors, the meditative practice of needlepoint and cross stitch, and the daily rhythms that ground me in what matters most.

Since no life is one dimensional, I weave into this blog an abundance of life stories and personal interests from family life to walking adventures, travels and threads from my own spiritual journey. You’ll find essays, poems, photography, and even some thoughts and questions to spur your own reflection. It’s all a slice of a much bigger picture of life in these times and one I hope you will connect with in some way. When you do, be sure to let me know. Please note that all content is the property of Florence Brooks, unless otherwise noted. If you would like to use something online from this site, please link it directly back to this source or write for permission. I am happy to share when appropriate credit is given.

It is my hope that something here will inspire, perhaps sustain you in your life’s journey.

With gratitude,

Florence Brooks