About Us

Gail - Writer and Connector

I'm a mother of two daughters, a lifelong learner, and someone who deeply believes that most of what we struggle with in life could be gentler if we were better prepared.

Like many parents, I didn’t come to this work through theory alone. I came to it through living it.

I’ve worked full-time most of my adult life, except for five years when I stayed home with my children. 

During that time, I didn’t just parent — I immersed myself in early childhood and family life. I was a preschool teacher, watched children in my home, and served as President of our local Mom’s Club. I spent countless hours talking with other parents, listening to their worries, their questions, their regrets, and their hopes. 

I also did extensive research into child development, family systems, and emotional health — not because I wanted to be an expert, but because I wanted to be a better parent and a better human.

Before motherhood, I served in the U.S. Army as a Telecommunications Specialist, working directly for a Commander and First Sergeant, and also supporting Intelligence and Psychological Operations units. 

That experience taught me a lot about systems, leadership, communication, and human behavior — and also solidified something very important to me: 

I do not believe in violence in any form.
 

My professional background has mostly been in law and business, working as a Paralegal and Office Manager. 

In my younger years, I was very active in sports and often found myself in leadership roles — something that shaped my understanding of teamwork, responsibility, and resilience.

For six years, I also ran a nonprofit organization called Young Angels, where we spent time with seniors and organized events to support and connect with them. 

That work deeply reinforced my belief that how we treat the very young and the very old says everything about who we are as a society.

I’m what you might call an “older parent,” and that gave me a unique perspective.  I blended the values I was raised with — responsibility, respect, and work ethic — with newer, more emotionally aware approaches to parenting. I don’t believe in throwing out the old or blindly following the new. I believe in learning, integrating, and choosing consciously.

At my core, I believe this:

We should educate ourselves before taking on life’s biggest responsibilities — whether that’s getting married, raising children, caring for elders, or leading others.
 

I also believe that humor and laughter heal far more than we give them credit for — and that love, in the end, is the most powerful force we have.

One of my deepest values is unity. I aim to bring people together, not divide them. I believe we are all part of the same Source, God, or greater whole — even if we use different words, cultures, or beliefs to describe it. 

That’s why I’m also interviewing people from around the world to share perspectives and build understanding. 

In a time when the world feels increasingly polarized, I want to help create more connection, more compassion, and more curiosity.

Parent University – Raising Whole Humans™ was created from all of this:
From motherhood.
From service.
From listening.
From studying.
From loving imperfectly and learning along the way.

This program is not about being perfect.
It’s about being conscious, informed, and human.

And I’m really glad you’re here.

— Gail Solivan

 Michele - Spiritual Counselor & Women’s Empowerment Advocate

Hi, my name is Michele Turner, and my passion is helping women who have experienced abuse, trauma, and low self-esteem heal, rediscover their worth, and become whole, empowered human beings.

My journey began at the age of 20 when I entered the United States Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller. This role instilled in me a deep sense of discipline, awareness, responsibility, and accountability. Being trained to manage high-stakes situations taught me how every decision matters—skills that continue to guide both my life and my work with others.

After my military service, I earned my bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Sociology. Although my original intention was to pursue psychology, life opened a different and transformative door. I moved to Taiwan, where I taught English as a Second Language and also began a successful modeling career. During this time, I traveled extensively throughout Thailand, China, and Hong Kong, gaining a global perspective on culture, humanity, and connection. Living abroad—and renewing my visa every three months—taught me adaptability, resilience, and an appreciation for diversity that deeply shapes my counseling approach today.

Upon returning to the United States, I worked for Verizon Wireless for over 10 years, starting on the phones and advancing into management and corporate training. This experience strengthened my interpersonal, communication, leadership, and coaching skills—tools that are invaluable in guiding women through emotional growth, confidence-building, and self-discovery.

I am also a mother of three daughters, whom I raised largely on my own and of whom I am incredibly proud. Watching them grow into talented, capable women has been one of the greatest honors of my life and further fuels my desire to help other women see their own strength and potential.

In addition, I have worked in marketing and social media, helping businesses build their brands and increase visibility and production across social platforms and more. This background allows me to help women not only heal internally, but also confidently step into their purpose, passions, and professional goals.

Today, my mission is simple yet powerful:  to help women love themselves, trust themselves, and pursue their dreams without fear or self-doubt.

I am also actively interviewing people from around the world to promote awareness, diversity, and acceptance—because I truly believe that we are all connected, and that healing happens when we recognize our shared humanity.

When I’m not counseling or creating, I love to travel, enjoy great food, laugh often, have meaningful conversations, and spend time with good friends. I love people, I love life, and I am deeply honored to walk alongside women on their healing journeys.

I can’t wait to embark on this journey together.