Meet Mary-Anne
Re-Written Summit MAY 2, 2026 Speaker
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Meet Mary-Anne
Speaker at May 2, Re-Written Summit
About Mary-Anne
Mary-Anne is a single mum of a transgender child walking this journey solo, and like many of you, she has had to face moments where she has felt lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next.
She still has these moments as she continues to face each stage of this journey, however, it is getting easier as she learns, unlearns, and grows with love.
When her child shared their decision to change, her whole world shifted. She realised that if she was searching for answers, other parents must be too. That’s when she realised that there was a gap that needed to be filled, and her vision was born. A place to remind us that we do not have to carry this alone. A place of complete support and understanding.
Love Beyond Labels: Shifting from Uncertainty to Understanding
ABOUT MARY-ANNE VAESSEN'S TALK
Love beyond labels: Shifting from uncertainty to understanding is a candid and powerful journey of a mother navigating the complex path of understanding and accepting her child’s non-binary identity.
This talk explores the universal challenges we face when confronted with change that disrupts our beliefs, forcing us to confront fear, denial, and discomfort.
Through heartfelt storytelling, audiences will learn how love becomes a conscious choice to embrace the unknown, unlearn outdated mindsets, and build new, authentic relationships.
This presentation offers practical insights into the emotional resilience required to move from resistance to acceptance and how embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth and deeper connections.
Ideal for anyone grappling with change in family, friendship, or community, this talk inspires courage to face uncertainty with empathy. Attendees will leave empowered to choose understanding over judgment and compassion over fear-transforming not only how they see others but how they live their own truth.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Love grows through empathy and understanding.
Discomfort can lead to deeper connection.
Acceptance begins by unlearning old beliefs.
Exclusive Gift for Participants
1:1 Parent Coaching Session
Mary-Anne Vaessen’s gift is a one-on-one parent coaching session designed to support parents who are navigating the emotional, mental, and relational complexities that can come with supporting a child through identity, change, or life transitions.
Drawing from her own lived experience as a single mother of a transgender child, Mary-Anne offers a compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental space where you do not have to have all the answers. This session is for parents who may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or alone in what they are facing, and are looking for guidance, reassurance, and a place where they can speak openly.
This gift is for parents who want support as they learn, unlearn, and grow with love — while finding a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and confidence in how they show up for their child and themselves.
Value: $250
This gift is included with your Re-Written Summit ticket.
With your ticket purchase, you will receive access to this gift plus 23 additional speaker gifts, along with full access to the Re-Written Summit experience — whether you join us LIVE or watch ON DEMAND.
You do not have to attend the entire event live to receive the value.
Your ticket gives you access to the stories, conversations, resources, and gifts designed to support you as you re-frame your story and step into what comes next.
#Family Relationships #Identity and Acceptance #Personal Growth
#Parenting and Support #Compassionate Communication
Download Your Copy of Mary-Anne's Compassionate Checklist By Clicking Below
Connect With Mary-Anne Vaessen
About Mary-Anne
Mary-Anne is a single mum of a transgender child walking this journey solo, and like many of you, she has had to face moments where she has felt lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next.
She still has these moments as she continues to face each stage of this journey, however, it is getting easier as she learns, unlearns, and grows with love.
When her child shared their decision to change, her whole world shifted. She realised that if she was searching for answers, other parents must be too. That’s when she realised that there was a gap that needed to be filled, and her vision was born. A place to remind us that we do not have to carry this alone. A place of complete support and understanding.
Connect With Mary-Anne Vaessen
Download Your Copy of Mary-Anne's Compassionate Checklist
Love Beyond Labels: Shifting from Uncertainty to Understanding
ABOUT MARY-ANNE VAESSEN'S TALK
Love beyond labels: Shifting from uncertainty to understanding is a candid and powerful journey of a mother navigating the complex path of understanding and accepting her child’s non-binary identity.
This talk explores the universal challenges we face when confronted with change that disrupts our beliefs, forcing us to confront fear, denial, and discomfort.
Through heartfelt storytelling, audiences will learn how love becomes a conscious choice to embrace the unknown, unlearn outdated mindsets, and build new, authentic relationships.
This presentation offers practical insights into the emotional resilience required to move from resistance to acceptance and how embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth and deeper connections.
Ideal for anyone grappling with change in family, friendship, or community, this talk inspires courage to face uncertainty with empathy. Attendees will leave empowered to choose understanding over judgment and compassion over fear-transforming not only how they see others but how they live their own truth.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Love grows through empathy and understanding.
Discomfort can lead to deeper connection.
Acceptance begins by unlearning old beliefs.
Exclusive Gift for Participants
1:1 Parent Coaching Session
Mary-Anne Vaessen’s gift is a one-on-one parent coaching session designed to support parents who are navigating the emotional, mental, and relational complexities that can come with supporting a child through identity, change, or life transitions.
Drawing from her own lived experience as a single mother of a transgender child, Mary-Anne offers a compassionate, understanding, and non-judgmental space where you do not have to have all the answers. This session is for parents who may feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or alone in what they are facing, and are looking for guidance, reassurance, and a place where they can speak openly.
This gift is for parents who want support as they learn, unlearn, and grow with love — while finding a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and confidence in how they show up for their child and themselves.
Value: $250
This gift is included with your Re-Written Summit ticket.
With your ticket purchase, you will receive access to this gift plus 23 additional speaker gifts, along with full access to the Re-Written Summit experience — whether you join us LIVE or watch ON DEMAND.
You do not have to attend the entire event live to receive the value.
Your ticket gives you access to the stories, conversations, resources, and gifts designed to support you as you re-frame your story and step into what comes next.
#Family Relationships #Identity and Acceptance #Personal Growth
#Parenting and Support #Compassionate Communication
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Spiritual Guidance Reading
Tarot, mediumship, and intuitive insight for clarity and direction
Includes card pulls, messages from Spirit, or mediumship (if it comes through)
Great for clarity, crossroads, or answers
Held over Zoom or voice note — you choose what works best for you.
