Happy Birthday,Dr. Chérie

One of the deepest impressions you have left on me — not only as a coach, but also as a human being — is how genuinely kind and selfless you are in supporting the growth of others, and how deeply you believe in human potential. Sometimes, it even feels like you believe in people more than they believe in themselves.

I still remember the energy you brought into the classroom, and the humanity, empathy, and care you showed during coaching demos. Those moments touched me very deeply.

I also carry two small regrets — missing the MMS 50th Anniversary in Thailand in 2023, and having to cancel several TECC sessions in 2024 while starting my business. Yet you and Michael always responded with understanding, kindness, and warm smiles, never judgment.

What I remember most vividly about you is your smile — those moments when you laughed so freely and joyfully, almost like an innocent little girl, with pure happiness shining all over your face. That is still the image of you that lives in my mind today.

Thank you for who you are, and for the light and warmth you bring to so many people around the world.

It's hard to believe we've known each other for eight years. Throughout these eight years, your presence, your stories, every course you've led, and every season you've walked through have quietly impacted and witnessed my journey toward becoming the person I've always wanted to be.

I still vividly remember after the first INW in Shanghai last year, you said with tears in your eyes that supporting workshops like this always feels like “coming home.” Meeting you and being influenced by you is a gift I will cherish for the rest of my life. You helped me see that true legacy is about bravely following your heart and creating what you truly desire.

Now, as I write this birthday message for you, I'm reminded once again of how, like an angel, you've guarded the dreams of so many, including mine. Thank you for never looking at my background, education, or experience through the world's eyes, but instead listening with curiosity to my passions and my story. Thank you for believing in me unconditionally and for seeing my essence from the very beginning.

Thank you for living as a dream creator despite any so-called “limitations” — whether it's creating musicals or flying planes — you show us how expansive life can be. And thank you for being so authentic in your classes: laughing, crying, feeling nervous, yet always supporting us with your whole being.

Thank you for living by example, giving me the courage to become a mother to my Twin boys “Wonders.” You and Michael have modeled what a beautiful marriage can be. Because of you and this community, I always feel a tremendous support behind me — something that goes even beyond teaching and becomes a lasting companionship.

I love you, now and always. Happy Birthday.

Happy Birthday to one of the greatest gifts life has ever given me. For almost 20 years, you have loved me deeply, guided me honestly, and supported me without judgment. Even when I had to re-write my entire dissertation through a Santa Barbara meltdown!

You have a rare way of telling me the truth — even when my “shit stinks” — while still making me feel completely loved and safe.

Thank you for being my mentor, my sounding board, my protector, and truly the sister my heart chose. Your wisdom, brilliance, honesty, and unconditional love have carried me through more than you probably know.

I love you endlessly and am beyond grateful that life gave me you. Happy Birthday, beautiful soul. 💜

It's hard to fully express how much your presence has changed my life, but on your birthday I want you to know how deeply grateful I am for you. Before meeting you, I had never truly experienced the kind of grounded, maternal love and belief that you naturally give to others. You saw things in me that I could not yet see in myself, and because of your guidance, wisdom, and unwavering belief in me, I have grown in ways I never thought possible.

You have such a rare gift of making people feel safe, seen, and capable of becoming more fully themselves. So much of who I am becoming is because you lovingly helped me uncover parts of myself that had been hidden or forgotten. That is a gift I will carry for the rest of my life.

Thank you for your steady heart, your wisdom, your nurturing spirit, and for believing in me even when I struggled to believe in myself. I hope this next year brings you the same depth of love, care, beauty, and support that you so generously give to everyone around you.

I love you dearly and feel so blessed to know you. Happy Birthday 💛

Happy Birthday to our beloved “Mother of Coaching”! On this special day, I want to send you my deepest gratitude and warmest wishes. Your compassionate guidance, sacred holding space, and unwavering belief in human potential lit the way for my journey back to self, and made all my later growth and creations possible — from my books to the Archetype Leadership Program.

You are not only a mentor but also a light for countless people walking the path of inner transformation. May your birthday be filled with love, joy, health, and all the beautiful things you truly deserve. Thank you for dedicating your life to nurturing and awakening others.