Anna Parker: Rediscovering Herself Through Art, Coaching, and Resilience

Anna Parker’s journey is one of transformation, resilience, and self-discovery. Born in Ukraine, she built a successful career as an art designer before moving to the United States. But with that move came challenges—learning a new language, adapting to an unfamiliar culture, and, in many ways, putting her own dreams aside.

 For years, Anna focused on family and caregiving, first for her mother and later for her husband. In the process, she lost touch with the artist within her. It wasn’t until a friend encouraged her to pick up a paintbrush again—during a worship service—that she realized how much of herself she had set aside. It had been 30 years since she had truly embraced her artistic gift, but that moment reignited something deep inside her.

 After her husband's passing in 2021, Anna faced an unexpected reckoning with loneliness and identity. For the first time in her life, she found herself asking, Who am I now? This search led her to a coaching program that helped her confront pain instead of avoiding it. Through that process, she not only found healing but also discovered a new passion—helping others navigate their own journeys.

With renewed confidence, Anna made the bold decision to return to art school, fulfilling a dream she had abandoned decades ago. Now, she is embracing her creative calling, refining her skills, and building a future as a professional artist. Her vision? To open her own gallery and use both her art and coaching to inspire others—particularly Ukrainian women—to rediscover themselves and step into their fullest potential.

 Anna’s advice to her younger self? “Believe in yourself. Trust God in you. You are loved, and life is full of beauty waiting for you to embrace it.”

 Her story is a testament to the power of reinvention and the truth that it’s never too late to follow your dreams.

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