About Me
Founder
Like many people, I’ve experienced seasons of stress, overwhelm, overthinking, and emotional exhaustion.
Life can move quickly, and when you’re constantly showing up for others, it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself. Over time, I discovered simple practices that helped me slow down, reset my mind, and reconnect with a sense of peace. Things like breathing exercises, positive affirmations, prayer, quiet reflection, better sleep habits, and intentionally creating moments of calm became an important part of my own wellness journey.
Those practices made a difference in my life.
What started as personal tools I used to manage stress and find balance eventually became something I wanted to share with others.
That’s why I created Calm & Encouraged.
This space was built around many of the same techniques, reminders, and resources that have helped me through challenging seasons. My goal isn’t to offer perfection or pretend life is always easy. My goal is simply to provide a place where people can find encouragement, practical support, and healthy ways to care for their emotional well-being.
Whether you’re feeling stressed, anxious, emotionally drained, struggling to sleep, caring for a loved one, or simply looking for a moment to breathe, I hope you find something here that helps you feel a little lighter, a little stronger, and a little more encouraged.
Thank you for being here and allowing me to share part of my journey with you.
— Myrtis Ladner Founder, Calm & Encouraged
Our Belief
Wellness begins with small moments.
At Calm & Encouraged, we believe emotional wellness is just as important as physical health. We believe everyone deserves access to simple tools that help them manage stress, find balance, and care for their mental well-being.
We believe that rest is productive, asking for support is a sign of strength, and taking time to care for yourself is not selfish.
We believe encouragement can make a difference, prayer can bring comfort, and small daily habits can create meaningful change over time.
Most importantly, we believe that no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone.
Our Purpose
To create a space where people can pause, reset, and feel encouraged.
Calm & Encouraged was created to provide practical resources and positive support for people facing the everyday challenges of life.
Whether you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional exhaustion, difficulty sleeping, caregiver burnout, or simply feeling overwhelmed, our purpose is to offer a place where you can find encouragement, helpful techniques, and moments of peace.
Through affirmations, prayer, breathing exercises, wellness resources, and supportive content, our goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, strengthen your mindset, and create healthier habits that support your overall well-being. ‘
Every resource shared on this platform is rooted in one simple purpose:
To help you feel calmer, stronger, and more encouraged—one day at a time.
Disclaimer
Thank you for visiting Calm & Encouraged. We hope this space encourages you to slow down, protect your peace, and make your mental wellness a priority.