My Story
The journey of self-discovery never ends. Each shift, pivot, and season of life brings a rebirth, a transformation, and a new beginning.
My journey of self-discovery began in the summer of 2011, shortly after we relocated to California. One morning, I woke up feeling incomplete—like something was missing, though I couldn’t quite put my finger on what it was. That feeling stirred something deep within me, igniting a longing to find whatever was missing so I could feel whole.
Over the years, that longing never faded. Instead, it evolved—leading me through many rebirths, shifts, and transformations. Each phase of my life brought lessons, detours, and moments of clarity, guiding me to the version of myself that is unfolding today. Without that moment in 2011—the morning I awoke with the unshakable sense that something was missing—I don’t believe I would have become the woman I am today, nor the woman I am becoming tomorrow.
Along this journey, I didn’t always follow the paths laid out for me. Fear, hesitation, and the comfort of familiarity often held me back. I struggled with indecision, questioning my direction, and feeling stagnant at times. I pursued paths that felt safe rather than those that truly fed my soul. But even in those moments of uncertainty, something deeper was always calling me forward.
Then, in 2019, a shift happened—an unrelenting spiritual awakening that I didn’t know I needed. I felt an undeniable, soulful pull to pursue photography. At first, I resisted. I ignored the calling, convinced that it wasn’t meant for me. But the more I ran, the louder the call became. Eventually, I surrendered, not realizing at the time that this creative pursuit would become the catalyst for the transformation I am walking through today.
This journey—this rebirth—began with an unsettling, uncomfortable, and deeply felt longing fro my soul. And to be honest? It still feels that way at times. Growth is rarely comfortable. But I now understand that this season of my life is calling me to step fully into my wholene—to embrace every part of who I am withouth hesitation.
What Does This Mean for Me?
After deep reflection, I’ve realized that this journey is about becoming a deeply rooted woman—a woman who is grounded in her truth, who knows who she is, and who makes decisions based on her own desires and values rather than external expectations. It’s about standing in my authenticity, unapologetically.
I know that every woman’s path is different. We all experience seasons of joy, loss, transition, and rebirth. As I continue to honor my own journey, I hope to create a space where other women feel seen, inspired, and encouraged to embrace their own becoming.
Who I Am
So, allow me to introduce myself—
Hey there, I’m Charquise!
A heart-centered introvert, wife, mom, avid learner, visionary, problem solver, advocate, storyteller, nature photographer, and creative. I deeply value self-expression, self-mastery, authenticity, creativity, and walking my own path. These are the multi-faceted pieces of me that make me whole. When I honor them, I thrive.
I’ve never fit into a box, and when I’ve tried, I’ve felt suffocated—disconnected from my truth and the free spirit that I know I am meant to be. So now, I no longer shrink myself to fit into places that were never meant for me. Instead, I choose to flourish in my authenticity.
This journey is personal, but it’s not mine alone. I know that I’m not the only woman asking, Who am I becoming? I know I’m not the only one feeling the pull to step into her wholeness.
Walking This Journey Together
As I share my journey with you, I hope that it inspires you to start your own journey—to embrace your wholeness, trust your process, and become the deeply rooted woman you were always meant to be.
Do I feel vulnerable? Hell yeah.
Do I feel scared? A double hell yeah.
But I know that this journey is bigger than my fear.
So here I am, walking this path—open-hearted and deeply rooted. And if you’re ready, I invite you to walk alongside me.
Let’s grow together.