With Gratitude, I Ask for Your Support

Hi friends,

I’m reaching out today with a humble heart and a hopeful spirit. As many of you know, I’ve been navigating a complex and ongoing journey with my health. Over the past ten years, I’ve experienced multiple injuries and setbacks that, at first, I chalked up to being clumsy. But after years of seeing over 50 doctors, going through rounds of physical therapy, and still not having a clear diagnosis, it’s become clear that something deeper is going on—likely a neurological disorder that has yet to be fully understood.

One of the most challenging patterns is the loss of balance, which has caused several falls—four just this past year. Each fall has left its mark, and my most recent one has resulted in another ankle injury. Thankfully, the X-rays show no broken bones, but the pain and instability have made it difficult to walk or participate in daily activities.

Despite everything, I continue to choose healing—every single day. I’ve committed myself to the process, seeing four to six medical providers a month and doing everything I can to regain strength and clarity. I’ve also been experiencing neurogenic tremors—what I now recognize as a severe physical response to pain and trauma. While I don’t yet have answers, I am learning to work with my body instead of against it.

I haven’t been able to work since June 2023, and sustaining consistent employment has been difficult due to my physical limitations. But through it all, I’ve held onto a vision of stability—in my body, in my mind, and in my life.

Over the last few months, my disability has become more challenging physically. I recently lost my Nutrition Assistance benefits, which forced me to begin driving for Lyft to cover basic expenses. Unfortunately, due to pain in my driving leg, I can only manage about 2–3 hours of driving per day. This makes it incredibly difficult to earn enough to stay stable while my body navigates these limits.

Despite all of this, I also have to find a new place to live — a safe space for me and Little Bear. I need some help bridging the gap so I can step into this next chapter with stability.

What I need to raise before January 1st:

$1,050 for my share of rent

$1,500 for the security deposit

Total needed: $2,550

Every donation — big or small — brings me closer to a safe, stable home and gives me the breathing room I need to continue healing, working, and rebuilding my life.

If you’ve known me for any length of time, you know how hard I work and how deeply I believe in service, love, and community. Asking for help is not easy for me, but I also know that we rise together. I am choosing to trust that the universe works through people — and that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is let ourselves receive.

Your support will help me:

Secure housing

Cover my move-in costs

Reduce the physical strain from overworking while disabled

Regain stability so I can continue serving my community through my wellness work, energy healing, writing, and volunteer service

If you're able to contribute, share, or simply send a word of encouragement, it would mean the world to me. I’m so grateful for every gesture of support, big or small.

Thank you for holding space for my healing journey. Your kindness helps me keep moving forward.

With deep appreciation,

Stephanie and Little Bear