Hartley was born in the deep South, raised in Texas, and in 2010 she moved with her husband and children to the North Shore. She has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Behavioral Science/Fitness and Human Performance. The owner of ReNewell Resources Health and Wellness Coaching, (www.renewellresources.com) she’s a Mayo Clinic and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Questions like “What does it actually mean to be well?” and “How can I best help others lead happy and healthy lives?” are always rattling around in her head. She marvels daily at her good fortune to be in this place with these people.
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