I wanted to share this reflection here because it speaks to what community-building has meant to me beyond metrics. I posted this in Skoolers today.
In September, thanks to @Michele Oneil , I began the journey of creating my own community. As I write this, I’m honestly in tears, not from overwhelm, but from gratitude. I’m finally allowing myself to take in what has unfolded, which is a lot. I'm sure I'm not alone in that. 2025 was a year of endings and healing for sure.
There hasn’t been some massive influx of members or big income milestones yet, but that is not what this moment is about.
What I’ve received instead feels far more meaningful and valuable than money.
Because of the creators and the vision behind Skool, I’ve experienced moments of connection, clarity, and self-return that would not have been possible elsewhere online. I first found Skool through Michele, via @Jess Cox , back in April 2024, yes, through digital marketing programs that many compare or compete against, yet all seem to share the same heart at their core.
What’s surprised me most is the depth here.
The generosity. The wisdom. The humanity.
There’s a quality of presence on this platform...a place, an energy, something that I haven’t felt anywhere else on the internet. And today, it’s landed in my body in a way that has literally brought me to tears.
Mostly because through these programs, these women, and this space, I’ve reconnected deeply with myself, my passion, my purpose, and the version of me that knows why she’s here. With a blessing of place to call home for it all.
As we step into a true new cycle in 2026, this year feels rich with opportunity for alignment, connection, and mutual support. To be able to both give and receive within a space that honors that balance feels like a genuine blessing.
And as we move through the Full Wolf Supermoon, it feels symbolic as if we’re all standing as leaders of our own packs. Calling in. Protecting what matters. Allowing ourselves to be seen and heard.
We are courageous creators.
And I’m deeply grateful to be here.
There are so many connections I've made with beautiful creators pouring into others here and true friendships in the making.
May we all experience a year of alignment, abundance, and joy,
💜Mel