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Posts by Alexia Vernon

Branded a “Moxie Maven” by the White House, Alexia Vernon is a motivational speaker and communication coach who leads transformational public speaking and leadership development programs including Influencer Academy, Your Spotlight Talk and Your Spotlight Workshop. She has shared her advice with media such as CNN, NBC, the Wall Street Journal, Inc., Forbes and Women’s Health Magazine. Connect with Alexia on her website, Facebook and Twitter.

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How to Free Yourself from the Pain of High Expectations

“Suffering is traumatic and awful and we get angry and we shake our fists at the heavens and we vent and rage and weep. But in the process we discover a new tomorrow, one we never would have imagined otherwise.”  ~Rob Bell

During my pregnancy, I was the poster child for prenatal health. From taking my supplements and participating in birthing and breastfeeding classes to doing downward dogs up until three days before my birth, postpartum depression never crossed my mind.

I am married and financially and professionally successful.

I hungered to be a mom.

I have a robust community …