Hi, I’m Leigh — and I'm so glad you're here.
After 25 years leading culture and communications in a demanding corporate world, I realized I was living a life that looked fine from the outside but didn’t feel right on the inside.
So, I made the scariest — and most freeing — decision of my life: I started over.
I walked away from the comfort of what I knew and began building something that felt true to me. There were moments I questioned everything, and times when nothing went as planned. But with every step, I learned more about who I am and what really matters.
Today, I create from the heart — writing children’s books inspired by the people I love, designing gifts that spark joy, and creating wellness tools for individuals and fellow coaches seeking ready-to-use resources for their work — all while guiding others to create balance and lasting fulfillment.
This site is where it all comes together: my stories, my creative work, and my passion for helping others nurture every part of who they are so they can experience resilience, joy, and a deep sense of well-being.
I’m grateful you’re here and part of this journey.
I’ve been a writer for as long as I can remember.
As a teenager, I filled notebooks and journals with stories, ideas, and reflections. Over time, I turned that love of writing into a career — creating content that reached audiences around the world.
Through it all, one dream never faded — to write and publish my own children’s books. Each story I create is inspired by the people I love, capturing their spirit in a way that can be shared with the world. Making that dream a reality has been one of the most fulfilling and joyful chapters of my life.
I invite you to discover these stories, share them with the people you love, and create your own joyful memories along the way.
Leigh + Julian, Co. was inspired by the people (and pets) I love most.
What began as a few playful designs quickly grew into a collection of fun, heartfelt, and sometimes hilariously unexpected gifts — each created to bring joy to someone special. Some are inspired by my children’s books, others by the personalities and stories that fill my life, but all share the same goal: to make people smile.
You’ll find custom designs, book-inspired merch, and other creative items — perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because.
Every item is made with care, a touch of personality, and the hope that it becomes part of someone’s happiest moments.
Solara Digital Wellness began with my own transformation.
As I rebuilt my life, I discovered how powerful the right tools could be — and how rare it was to find ones that truly fit my needs. So I created one. Then another. And before long, one became ten, and ten grew into an entire collection of ready-to-use tools for personal growth and transformation.
You’ll find done-for-you digital workbooks, challenges, reflection journals, and inner practice systems — created for individuals on their own journey and for coaches guiding others. Every product is crafted with intention, heart, and the belief that meaningful and lasting change is possible.
I know what it’s like to feel stuck — like you’re meant for more but not sure how to get there.
Maybe you’re tired of wishing for change. Maybe you’ve been putting everyone else first for so long, you’ve forgotten what you need. Maybe you just know — deep down — that the life you’re living isn’t the one you were meant for.
That’s exactly where I was before I rebuilt my life from the inside out. Now, I use the same Whole Person Wellness approach with my clients — focusing on mind, body, connection, purpose, and joy — to help them create the life they’ve been imagining.
I guide clients through proven tools, supportive practices, and personalized strategies to help them move from where they are to where they want to be — creating lasting change that touches every part of their lives.
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