Healing begins when we tell the truth—first to ourselves, then to the world.

Resilience is a practice. So is self-trust.

About Me

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I'm Susan Stirling, a trauma-sensitive certified coach. My work is rooted in lived experience, applied neuroscience, and the quiet courage it takes to heal—especially in the second half of life.

I didn't set out to reinvent my life. I simply followed the unraveling of my own story through childhood trauma, life-altering falls, and the surprising beauty of getting back up again.

Along the way, I discovered that healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about reclaiming who you've always been beneath the survival strategies.

Want to know how I learned to fall—and why it changed everything?

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Exciting New Book Launch

Newly Released 2026

March 3rd, 2026 Velcro Kisses is released into the world.

This book explores prophecy, trauma bonds, and the deliberate work of reclaiming one’s own narrative.

There was a time when I could not yet name what I was experiencing. Writing this book required language, selfcompassion, and honesty. Bringing it into the world required trust, patience, and courage.

If you have ever questioned influence, untangled attachment, or searched for your own voice beneath someone else’s certainty — this book was written with you in mind.

Velcro Kisses is available now.

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The Inner Work

If my story resonates with you, and you find yourself stirred to explore your own, I would be honoured to continue the conversation. The themes woven through Velcro Kisses — prophecy, trauma bonds, and reclaiming narrative — are not simply words on pages. They are lived experiences that many of us are still learning to untangle, understand, and integrate.

Through coaching, facilitation, and collaborative spaces, I support individuals and communities as they navigate change, examine the influences that have shaped them, and begin to reclaim their own steady voice. If reading this book feels like a beginning for you, know that you do not have to walk your path alone.

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A continued peek at what people are saying about my book. 💛

So grateful to have my story out in the world, and even more grateful for the people who are finding themselves in its pages.

As Canadian Thanksgiving approaches, I’m reminded:

Sometimes the story we’re most grateful to tell is the one we once struggled to reclaim. 🍂

#Gratefulnessabounds #velcrokisses #groundedspirituality

Tidbit Tuesday is here!

Grounded Spirituality No. 9 is here and it’s my final post in this series as I shift my focus and begin unfolding something new.

And what better way to wrap it up than with a little reminder:

Recovery isn’t just about letting go of what hurt you…

It’s also about discovering what you want to move toward.

Fear → freedom.
Shame → self-compassion.
Control → choice.
Depletion → rest.
“I should” → “What do I want?”

From losing yourself → finding your voice.

Because recovery isn’t only about what we leave behind.

It’s about what becomes possible when we start living from the inside out.💛

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#GroundedSpirituality #TidbitTuesday #ReclaimingYourStory

What a great way to start October!

My book turns 8 months old this month and it’s crawling into conversations, reaching people I never expected, making connections, finding its voice and becoming something beyond what I imagined…

Here are a few things readers are saying. 💛

#Velcrokissesbook

It’s official… crew change day today!

Arctic tour 2026 season comes to a close for this year for this crew.

I hope you’ve enjoyed the clips. Here is some of my favourites put together.

I hope you continue with me as I continue to post Tidbit Tuesday’s and beyond…

Happy Tuesday 💛

#arctictour2026

The sky decided to dance yesterday morning and here’s a short reel.

For my last Arctic Tour post I’ll choose some of my favourite pictures and see you can see if they’re yours too!

##arctictour2026. #skydance

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Get in Touch

If something here resonates with you, or you find yourself curious to explore your own story, I would welcome the opportunity to connect.

Whether you're interested in coaching, a workshop, collaborative facilitation, or simply beginning a conversation, I'd be honoured to walk alongside you as you discover what your own unfolding might look like.