Finding Strength Through Story

These days, it feels like every celebrity has a memoir on the shelves. But, I know first-hand you don’t need fame to have a meaningful story. For me, writing Wear Your Life Well: Lessons on the Journey to Your Truest Self didn’t happen overnight—it grew naturally from my journaling practice. When I first shared my stories, my hope was to remind others of the strength and love that await on the other side of life’s toughest challenges. Writing gave me peace and clarity, and I believe that stories, just like ours, can be powerful tools for healing. 

 For a long time, I didn’t feel like being *Helene* was enough. It’s taken years of deep work to fully embrace and own who I am—and, like all of us, I’m still a work in progress. My journey is one of lifelong healing, of coming home to myself and accepting the many layers of my life. 

Wear Your Life Well is about finding your way back to yourself, no matter your age or what you’ve been through. It’s a deeply personal collection of hard-won wisdom and slice-of-life moments—identity, transitions, grief, love, loss, and healing. 

What continues to amaze me is the love and support I still receive from readers. It’s a beautiful reminder of the connection we all share through our stories. Here’s what some readers are saying: 

"Each story gave me the feeling that I was curled up on the couch with a wise friend, chatting over a glass of wine, sharing our thoughts and feelings, our celebrations and our challenges. We can all see ourselves in Helene's stories and while they are hers, they are ours too."

~Jerilyn Daniels

"A rare combination of honest, funny, poignant and enduring - an inspiring book worthy of the coveted night stand. Helene's writing style is inviting and conversational. This book is both beautiful and pragmatic. Bravo." 

~Jo Dibblee

"Helene writes from her heart and her warmth and deep conviction shine through on every page, There are so many gems of wisdom, inspiration and practical advice that my copy is filled with page markers and sticky notes."

~Vikki MacKinnon

This book is not just my story —it’s an invitation for you to reflect on your own. I can’t wait for you to read it and discover what resonates with you. Available on AMAZON.