Meet Sara Semon

We had the good fortune of connecting with Sara Semon and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Sara, what’s the most difficult decision you’ve ever had to make?
I had dedicated my life to caring for others, so choosing a career in nursing felt like a natural extension of that passion. However, after years of commitment, I hit a wall. The nursing field had been understaffed long before COVID-19, and the relentless demands became overwhelming. Walking in to work felt like stepping into a twilight zone where everything I had been taught—infection control, patient care standards—seemed disregarded.
I was forced to wear tracking devices and manage a full nursing assignment while overseeing the floor. Patients were in distress, some lashing out, and nurses faced the blame for every issue. The pressure caused many to turn against each other. I found myself physically, mentally, and emotionally drained. I struggled with my mental health, experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Realizing I needed help, I approached my family doctor. Eager to feel better, I accepted every diagnosis and every prescribed medication I was offered, but they left me feeling numb. The combination of job demands and medication made me lose touch with my true self.
Roughly five years ago, I found myself on my living room couch contemplating suicide. Just as I was about to go through with it, my dad called to check in on me. That unexpected call saved my life. I pretended everything was fine, but as he expressed his love, the weight of my thoughts hit me hard. I realized I had to make a change.
I made the decision to return to my roots, spending time utilizing the power of plant medicine. In doing so, I eventually transitioned away from the pills, embracing a more holistic path to healing and wellness. Even in a toxic healthcare environment, the fog began to lift. Yet, I still felt something was missing. That was until a colleague – friend encouraged me to hug myself and say, “I love you.” Skeptical at first, I eventually embraced it as part of my nightly routine. After several months, I began to hear a quiet voice inside me say, “I love you too.”
This prompted me to explore deeper healing methods, including emotion code healing. I realized I had long resisted acknowledging the spiritual aspects of my life due to past trauma. I began to reconnect with my inner guide and in October 2023, reached out to a mentor who introduced me to energy work, breath work, and meditation. I was learning how to take my power back, forgive, and heal.
By January 2024, I resigned from a job that should have been my career’s high point. The toxic environment was no longer bearable. Soon after, I was offered an incredible opportunity: a position close to home, helping patients transition with dignity and respect. I felt hopeful as I was assured that a healthy work environment was a priority.
However, it didn’t take long for red flags to appear. The new nurse manager initially seemed supportive but quickly adopted a passive-aggressive approach. I tried to rationalize her behavior, but my intuition warned me something was off. When she lashed out on me regarding a patient, I reached out to upper management for a meeting, hoping to find common ground. Instead, I received a call from HR a week later, informing me I was terminated, with no explanation.
After the shock wore off, I felt an exhilarating sense of freedom. I had always known I was meant for something greater. With the knowledge I gained, I decided to share it with others. I envisioned a business focused on helping people heal their mind, body, and soul using herbal remedies and practices that had transformed my life. In October 2024, I opened Gigi’s Grimoire, honoring my role as a caregiver for our three children and four grand babies, who call me Gigi. This is my new beginning, a chance to embrace my true calling as a healer.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’m most proud of living life as my authentic self. I want people to know that healing is possible. Through my own journey and the wisdom I’ve gained, I hope to guide others towards the path of self – discovery, emotional release and physical well being. Transformation can happen when we open ourselves to the process of healing.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
We are going to the beach!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Carrie Rengert – Emotion Code Practitioner
Leanne Jamison – Licensed Psychotherapist, Women’s Empowerment Coach, Spiritual Guide – Insitute for Female Trailblazers
My husband, children, grand babies and soul family.