The journey to creating the Rise Up Cards is deeply personal. As a former geology and mineral science student transitioning into the world of market entry analysis, negotiation, and outsourcing, I faced challenges that seemed daunting at first. Returning to school for a master’s degree in international business after taking a long break was one of the toughest choices I’ve ever faced. I can still recall the overwhelming challenge of my first coursework; it made me question my decision. I vividly remember how the first coursework drained me; it felt like I might have made the wrong choice.

But here’s the truth: Affi rmations are not for the weak. They are for anyone willing to embrace the strength needed to overcome doubt, failure, and fear of the unknown. Affirmations are the tools we use to rewrite the narrative of defeat and turn setbacks into stepping stones. They remind us that even when life feels unrelenting, we possess the inner strength to rise.


During that time, I embraced affirmations to rebuild my confidence and stay motivated. Words have power, and reflecting on affirming messages became my anchor. I wasn’t alone in this practice; my children, inspired by the same belief, wrote encouraging words and left them on my desk. Those small acts of love and hope carried me through the hardest times.
This experience inspired me to share Rise Up Cards with you as a small act of love, with the hope that they would inspire you to take a bolder look at your life and make the new year count for your overall growth.

Each card carries a message of resilience, a gentle reminder that no matter how heavy life feels, you can rise. Find simple encouragement even when you seem to have limited support. Whether you need a moment of calm to start your day or a quick reminder of your inner strength during tough times, the Rise Up Cards are here.


Each card is a promise to yourself to keep going, to rise above the challenges, and to embrace the strength within you.
Click here to download the Rise Up Cards.