
Welcome to the Hatching Community!
A note from the founder:
I created Hatching because I believe compassion isn’t just a feeling—it’s a strategy that takes practice. It’s the key to transforming how we lead, how we work, and how we show up for ourselves and each other. And honestly, animals have been some of my best teachers. They’ve shown me what trust, resilience, and patience really look like. They don’t hold grudges, they don’t pretend to be something they’re not—they just show up, fully themselves. I’ve seen a scared
shelter dog learn to trust again, a senior cat find comfort in a quiet
moment, and animals remind us, over and over, that healing happens
through connection. Their way of being in the world pushes me to lead
with more curiosity, more presence, and a whole lot more heart.
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And yet, even when we know the power of compassion,
practicing it—especially in high-stress, mission-driven work—isn’t
always easy. Daily life is filled with struggles, setbacks, and
circumstances beyond our control. I created Hatching to help the
helpers—the people whose hearts have led them to work that makes
a difference, whether it’s for people, animals, or the environment. This
work is fueled by passion and purpose, but it also comes with
immense challenges. The need almost always outweighs the
resources, and navigating change, conflict, and uncertainty comes
with the territory. For those carrying heavy responsibilities every day,
the weight of it can be overwhelming.
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That’s where we come in. Through compassion workshops and advising, we help leaders and teams move beyond burnout, rethink how they lead, and build workplaces where people—and their missions—can thrive. Whether it’s guiding organizations through tough transitions or helping leaders tap into their own resilience, our work is about making space for clarity, connection, and change that lasts.
If you’re looking for practical, real-world ways to build a stronger team, a healthier culture, and a more sustainable way to lead, you’re in the right place.
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Let’s hatch something new—together.
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Want to learn more about us? Explore our story here!

What services does Hatching offer?
Hatching LLC helps people #LiveBetter and organizations #WorkBetter by transforming leadership, workplace culture, and well-being. Whether you're an individual looking to grow or an organization striving to create a more compassionate and effective workplace, we're here to support your journey.
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How We Work With You
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Más Compassion: Workshops & Retreats
Our Compassion & Coherence Workshops help individuals and teams navigate stress, prevent burnout, and cultivate resilience through practical strategies rooted in neuroscience, mindfulness, and emotional regulation. Available in virtual, in-person, hybrid and retreat formats.
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Consulting & Organizational Advising
We work with companies, nonprofits, and animal welfare organizations to create sustainable, people-centered workplaces. This includes culture assessments, leadership coaching, strategic planning, and system redesign to help organizations align their values with their practices.
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Speaking Engagements & Custom Trainings
From employee retreats to keynote speaking engagements, we deliver impactful, tailored experiences that inspire teams and provide practical tools for leadership, communication, and well-being.
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Shelter Assessments & Interim Leadership
With deep expertise in animal welfare and sheltering, we provide assessments, leadership support, and strategy development to help organizations strengthen operations and create sustainable, mission-driven teams.​​​​​
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We believe in unlocking potential by recognizing lived experience as a profound source of wisdom. Whether you’re an individual seeking greater peace and confidence or an organization looking to create a culture where people—and missions—thrive, we’re here to help.​




Más Compassion is a movement to help animal welfare professionals, volunteers, and advocates reclaim compassion as a source of strength, not exhaustion. Through interactive Compassion & Coherence Workshops, we’re creating space for:
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The Reframe – Where our attention goes, energy flows. Our thoughts, emotions, and actions shape our experiences, and those experiences reinforce what we believe about ourselves and others. Learn how to shift your perspective by asking the right questions.
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Cultivate Daily Practices – The way we move through each day—our habits, routines, and responses to stress—shapes how we navigate challenges at work and home. Discover practical techniques to support emotional regulation, clarity, and resilience.
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Compassion in Action – Compassion isn’t just something we feel—it’s something we practice. Explore our four-part compassion framework to strengthen your connection with yourself, your coworkers, and your community.
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Why Compassion?
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Compassion starts with YOU. When we take care of ourselves, we show up better for others.
Más Compassion is about shifting the way we think about compassion—not as something we run out of, but as something we cultivate, sustain, and share in a way that strengthens our work instead of draining us.
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Interested in bringing Más Compassion
to your workplace or animal shelter?

Hatching Hour:
Wellness Redefined
featuring Janna Hicks, Wellness Consultant
Recorded on Thursday July 11, 2024
Session Highlights include:
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Discover the 8 dimensions of wellness
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Reframe what wellness means to you!
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Connect & gain new insights with like-minded individuals
Meet the speaker!
Hatching Hour Financial 2/27/24: Healing Your Relationship with Money
featuring Nicole Valenzuela, financial manager, personal finance coach & Founder/CEO of Fostering Finances LLC.
Hatching Hour 12/21/23:
The Art of Deep Listening: Sensing the World Differently
featuring Marilou Chanrasmi, founder of The Ahnung Way and a Certified Somatics Coach and practitioner of
Mindfulness and Qigong.
Hatching Hour 11/1/23:
Beyond Burnout: Cultivating Compassion for a Happier, Healthier Workplace
featuring Sara Schairer, founder and executive director of Compassion It®, and author of A Case for Compassion: What Happens When We Prioritize People and the Planet.
Hatching Hour 10/11/23:
The Power of Mindset: Choosing Your Thoughts, Feelings, and Actions
featuring Tai Ma, Xicanx/Mayo Indian Shaman, Psychic, Teacher, & Mindset Coach AND Stephanie Macgill, founder of SixOneFive Oracles, business advisor, idea doula, leadership coach, and yoga teacher.
Hatching Hour 9/6/23:
Intro to Hatching and #LiveBetter with
Self-Compassion through Meditation
featuring Dr. Jyothi Robertson a veterinary consultant boarded in shelter medicine, and a founder of The Journey You Own, a nonprofit that explores interdependence and contemplative practices.

Learn more about Janna's Immersive Retreats and other wellness services here!
NEW Episode Coming Soon!

Current Hatching Hour Episodes
Janna has 15 years of experience spanning the health and wellness industry. From her time with public and private sector clients and academic teaching roles, to corporate wellbeing management and employee health and wellbeing benefits, Janna’s experience from various sides of the industry guides the wellness lifestyle principles and strategies she offers through one-to-one consulting, wellbeing courses and immersive retreats. Based a balanced approach to the 8 dimensions of wellness to improve total wellbeing. Janna’s philosophy is applicable and adaptable for any wellness journey, Janna’s areas of expertise include:
• Health education - foundations of wellbeing
• Wellbeing strategy and lifestyle integration
• Chronic condition management and total wellbeing
Janna is always learning. Currently she is particularly interested in exploring the intersectionality of wellbeing and DEI/SDoH. She has a strong knowledge base of the wellness industry perspective and challenges and leverages her experience to provide access and assistance to anyone seeking to be balanced and live well. Education and Credentials: Janna holds an MS in Exercise Physiology from Texas Christian University and BS from Northern Arizona University as well as NWI-CWP and ACE-CPT credentials.
Join us in welcoming Janna to the Hatching community, we are thrilled to share her knowledge with you all!
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