Unbox Your Next Chapter

You’ve spent a lifetime caring for others—now it’s your turn.

Maybe you feel invisible…
like the roles you once lived have faded, and so has the woman you used to be.

You’ve spent decades carrying others, shrinking to fit expectations, silencing your truth to keep the peace.

But you are not stuck.
You are not too late.
You are not too far gone.

It’s time to unbox the stories that have kept you small. To grieve what’s gone, reclaim what’s yours, and rise into who you are here to be.

You’re not here to fade.
You’re here to be unforgettable.

I’m Michelle Madrid

And I know what it feels like to lose yourself.

As an adoptee, I spent my life searching for identity.

As a mother, I poured everything into others.

And as a midlife woman, I woke up one day and realized: I don’t recognize the woman staring back at me anymore.

But here’s what I’ve learned again and again — the loss of identity isn’t the end. It’s the invitation.

That ache you feel? That disorientation, that exhaustion, that quiet voice asking “Who am I now?”

It’s not a crisis. It’s a call.

I’ve spent my entire life learning how to answer that call—
how to unbox my truth, reclaim my voice, and rise in my power.

Now, I help women like you do the same.

Let’s Unbox What’s Possible

Here’s how we can work together best.

Free Tools

Check out my collection of free tools as you take the first step on your journey to an unboxed life!

Coaching

My signature 6-month coaching program, Unboxed & Unstoppable, is designed to help you break free from barriers and step boldly into your power.

Listen to Unboxed, Unburdened, Unstoppable to reconnect with yourself, find inspiration in others’ journeys, and discover the unstoppable power within you.

Podcast

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A must-read for adoptees—and anyone grieving lost identities or the ache of being unseen.

In this empowering guide, Michelle shares a path to healing, self-trust, and becoming who you were always meant to be.

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  • “Michelle inspir[ed] me on the deepest level to share my light. Her work is applicable to every human heart."

    Lauren S

  • “I cannot thank Michelle enough for the time we spent together… I felt heard and understood for the very first time in my life. I’m so thankful for her love and guidance…"

    Sheila H

  • "Authenticity I think for many adoptees is a quality we can hone in on very quickly and is what I felt right away when working with Michelle."

    Julie L

  • “As a therapist and transracial adoptee, I hear nothing but truth in Michelle’s words. I am so glad to see such a powerful voice in our community.”

    Teresa B

  • “Michelle knows both what it is like to be adopted and what it is like to raise both biological and adopted children. Michelle has changed not only my life, but the lives of my entire family.”

    Sarah S

  • "Michelle showed me that my scars are proof of healing and that there is a story attached to every scar, a story the world deserves to know."

    Loren M

  • "Michelle’s wisdom, generosity, and open heart are gifts. The world would be healed, today, if it were ruled by women like Michelle.”

    Dina M

  • “Michelle’s teachings will fill your heart and refresh your soul!”

    Jules S

  • “My wife and I are entering the second stage of adoption in the United Kingdom. We were moved by Michelle’s powerful words... she eloquently described her journey and it deeply moved us.”

    Ant T

  • "I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Michelle speak and was intrigued by not only her findings on ways to love yourself unconditionally, but also her delivery and engagement with the audience."

    Oleg L

Midlife grief is real. It’s not just about what’s been lost—it’s about who you’ve been. The roles you played. The identities you clung to. The life you built around everyone else’s needs. And now? Those pieces ar
You don’t have to stay boxed in by people-pleasing, old roles, or outdated expectations. This next chapter gets to be about YOU. 💛 If you’re ready to start unboxing and making the most of this season of your life, I’m offering a f
What if the woman you’re searching for… isn’t lost? She’s just been buried—under years of roles, responsibilities, and expectations. When we start unboxing what was never really us to begin with… we begin to re