Erin Schumacher

Born and raised in Connecticut, I now call the mountains of southwestern Colorado my home in body, mind and spirit. Together with my favorites - hubby Jeromie, son Myles, puppy Vige and a few hundred other wild creatures from rattlesnakes to hummingbirds - we live on a 40 acre farm in Hesperus. I have a deep appreciation for simplicity and transparency and live a life firmly rooted in family, fun and faith. I believe in the power of love, hugs, high fives and french fries, was definitely a unicorn in another life, and I stand in my knowing of how love can transform, life can teach and Spirit can show.
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My journey of discovery in all things health, wellness and mindset began with my son, around fifteen months of age. Myles has autism and while our path has certainly come with it's fair share of hurdles, pain and frustration, we continue to experience immeasurable blessings because of our choice to share our journey with others. 

An undeniable passion, divine inspiration even, began to pour through me to uplift and empower others in setting themselves free in body, mind, spirit and bank account. It is truly such a humbling experience to witness so many coming together to lift one another up in mommyhood, womenhood, business and life... we call ourselves Empowered Lifestyles.

Credentials:  Certified Professional Coach specializing in wellness, mindset, spirituality, addiction recovery, empowered parenting and navigating life changes. Licensed Medical Massage Therapist.  Certified Cranio-sacral Practitioner.  Certified Reiki Practitioner.  Certified Stretch What Matters Yoga Instructor.  Certified USA Track & Field Coach.  Connecticut Interscholastic Certified Coach.  Owner/CEO of two home based businesses: Nutmeg Striders www.nutmegstriders.com  ​and Empowered Lifestyles. Public Speaker. Writer. Blogger.

"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing ​we'll ever do."  
Brene Brown