Darryl Goetz

The short funny answer is HOPE-e-titis, but also having children ignited something in me and kept those fires burning even more the older they got. I believe I have a divine assignment.

Experience has always been my biggest teacher and I attribute my success to showing up and always getting back up if I fall. Getting back up after a setback was backed with the belief that I am a somebody with the ability to do great things. I want my kids, other people's kids, other women and men, to believe that about themselves too. So I set out to live that, be that, and instill that in others.

I made a committed to stand in my integrity and allow my gifts to emerge through meaningful work and service to myself, my family, and others. I admit when I don't know, when I need help, and when I need to rest. Leaders have to model that too.

A major positive influence in my professional journey was a leader, Donna Moore, who demonstrated how strength, grace, and heart can coexist. She saw what was within me she created every condition that allowed me to bloom as an early leader in education and all of those skills have directly translated to this business.

Over time, I didn't just invest in professional development but my personal development too. I wanted to integrate myself. Loving and connecting every part of me became the foundation of The Healers Nest mission.. So I started living it through various endeavors from self-paced courses, to exercise and nutrition, to coaching programs, and embodiment practices and rituals,, which helped me better understand my patterns, deepen my relationships, and recognize that aligning inner development with how I lead and serve creates magic every day.

I would tell her what I tell every woman - your blueprint lives in your body, so stay connected to your source and don't get trapped in your head. Expanding our capacities means calibrating our bodies to feel safe enough to listen, to enjoy, and to withstand hardships. I would also advise young women entering this field to be very clear about their “why,” because the motivation behind your path matters deeply and will determine your ability to sustain the doing part of the work over time. This is not a one-time achievement but an ongoing practice that requires presence - showing up. In embodiment work especially, you have to be willing to continually return to your body, build awareness across emotional, physical, mental, and energetic levels, and use discernment—particularly in complex environments like leadership or business. Ultimately, this work is a long-term devotion, and it can be lonely at times. But you find yourself there and before you know it, others find you too. Then you're in the art of it together.

The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are love, integrity, service, and creating meaningful impact in the lives of others. I strive to approach every pursuit in a way that prioritizes the greatest good for people, while also honoring the importance of balance and personal well-being, as I’ve learned that sustainable work cannot come at the expense of health. Supporting the wellness of women and children is especially central to my purpose, shaped by my own experiences as a mother, and I am deeply committed to building communities where women are supported and uplifted. On a personal level, practices like dance, art, rest, somatics, and other embodied expressions keep me grounded and connected, reinforcing my belief that true wellness begins from within and extends outward into how we live, lead, and serve.