About
Warrior by Day
"Warrior by Day" represents a fun play on my last name as well as a theme that has run through my life—the drive and determination to fight for what I believe in, to protect myself and others from harmful environments (including self-limiting beliefs and judgment), and to help others find the fight, strength and resiliency within themselves that allows them to feel less alone, more empowered, and to see the unlimited and untapped potential inside of them.
Mission
My goal is to help people accept who and where they are in this moment and embrace it, versus judge themselves for any perceived missteps or feelings that they should know/do/be “better.”
The best way I know to achieve this goal this is by connecting with others, being vulnerable with my own flaws and providing perspectives and solutions that use our hard-won lessons from each battle to move forward without dwelling too long on the past or future.
Core Beliefs and Values
Regardless of the specific topic, my writing will always incorporate my fundamental core belief that humans have infinite capacity to change, and that change starts with self-awareness and acknowledgment that although we may not be in control of our circumstances, we are in control of how we react to our circumstances. Sometimes we just need help getting a fresh perspective to shift our mindset.
My number one value is health, and many topics will focus on how to incorporate and prioritize mental and physical health even in the most stressful conditions. Warriors need to prioritize their health to fight and win their daily battles.
About Danielle
We get defined by, and attached to, the labels and identities that other people and society bestow upon us. Part of our work together will be to discover who we are without those labels. But for now, as we get to know one another, here are some labels I’ve been given over the years: PhD scientist, academic researcher, published author, college professor, gymnastics coach, yoga teacher, CrossFit coach, pharmaceutical and biotech medical professional, leader, mentor, people-manager, women’s health researcher and advocate, fertility patient, sexual assault survivor, collegiate and master’s athlete, wife, friend, sister, aunt, teammate, speaker, writer, and of course, WARRIOR.