About This Publication

The Story of One, Every One is an inner exploration that is outwardly shared with a simple hope: That any one and every one that encounters these articles can have their unique story of healing and fulfillment reflected within.

That the truth of one shared here (which is not the “one truth”) can gently nudge any one who encounters it to intentionally create, live, and be their own story of healing and fulfillment. Read the inagural post, which is sort of a poem, sort of an article, to understand The Story of One, Every One.

This is my intention for this Substack community:

May our connections expand and our compassion deepen. May we build communities and systems based on resonance and harmony. May our love become unconditional. May we heal and align our mind, body, and spirit. May we turn within for guidance and raise our awareness. May we follow our unique path of fulfillment. May we honor our once-in-a-lifetime story, accept our limits, and love our here and now. May we resonate with a higher way of being. May we become one, every one.

Why subscribe?

If this content resonated with you, then we are already connected. Whatever led you to this point is beyond either of us. Clicking that “subscribe now” button allows our connection to transcend time and space. Technology has offered us this opportunity to physically experience our metaphysical reality: Our connection to every one, through the story of One.

What should I expect?

To enjoy reading The Story of One. I commit to publishing content that is relevant and relatable with a cadence and depth that you’ll appreciate. Not too often, not too long, and always worth the time.

I would love to facilitate additional creators on this page, who want to share their Story of One, and will do so through the community we build together.

Interested in McKinley’s other projects?

My professional career has been in public education as a teacher, counselor, and District administrator over mental health and wellness programs. My Bachelor’s is in Social Science Teaching, my Master’s is in Psychology, and my Doctorate is in Educational Leadership and Policy.

I currently work in public education and also own a consulting and coaching business focused on wellness practices and mental health services in schools called the Happy Schools Project.

I have published a visual, easy-to-read workbook aimed at supporting educators and people in caregiving professions called “An Educator’s Guide To Fulfillment.” More content on this topic will be shared at educatorfulfillment.com.

I am an experienced speaker and trainer on topics of personal wellness for caregivers and educators, suicide prevention and intervention, school-based mental health services, grief and loss at work and in school, social and emotional development, and systemic wellness programming. Find out more at mckinleywithers.com.

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This is the compassionate unfolding of one story. A singular look into the vastness of one. A simple attempt, through inner exploration, to weave a new story for humanity: The Story of One, Every One.