Insights and Inspiration:

Healing

Healing, Personal Stories

Why I Removed My Breast Implants

How one woman's decision to remove her breast implants after eight years has not only transformed her own life but informed others about the risks associated with this type of body enhancement. Long-time RedLily contributor Tanya Smith,...
September 21st, 2022
Healing, Life Lessons

A daughter’s profound tribute to her father

One of the biggest reasons I created this non-traditional publishing platform was to provide a safe space for women to share their personal stories, trials and tribulations, ups and downs, struggles and triumphs—as well as their happy...
August 16th, 2022
Healing, Mindfulness

A Tribute To My Beautiful Twins

If you’re feeling despair and grief because you’ve lost someone close to you, this insightful piece is a tribute and must-read like no other. Written by one of our loyal RedLily® contributors who knows the feeling all too well. Tracey...
September 27th, 2020
Healing, Personal Stories

My Battle With Depression and Breast Cancer

When your life suddenly takes a turn for the worse—and you are faced with a deadly diagnosis—what choice do you have other than to embrace your inner strength and move forward? Long-time fitness instructor, loving wife, and courageous...
August 30th, 2020
Healing, Wellness

How Pets Can Cure Loneliness

It’s no secret that pet lovers spend a significant amount of quality time with their pets—dedicating approximately 7.5 hours a day to being with their furry friends. Experts from across the globe agree, especially during stressful...
July 21st, 2020
Healing, Work + Relationships

My Journey from Illness to Self-Love

Many of us deal with abuse or toxicity in some way—whether it's in a close relationship at home or a colleague or a boss at work. Our contributor this week opens up about her personal journey from physical and emotional pain to the...
July 6th, 2020
Food + Fitness, Healing

How My Fitness Journey Helped Me Survive

Most of the women who share their stories with RedLily® are looking to find solace and healing, but Charlotte Wussow has found even more—HERSELF. Read her inspiring story about how two angels, a little self-care, and her personal...
April 25th, 2020
Healing, Mindfulness

Practicing Self-Care in Turbulent Times

The RedLily® community is built on the strength of women. It's been our mission since the very beginning to help women share their success stories so they can heal themselves and others. We believe a big part of the healing process is...
April 5th, 2020
Healing, Wellness

My Post-Op Heart Story

What happens when your heart almost gives out? Literally. Well, you take action! This personal heart story reveals how cardiac surgery fixed a newly discovered congenital heart condition—and how taking the necessary steps to care for...
March 6th, 2020