Discover a new way to nurture success without sacrificing joy. 

As a joy-centered educator and award-winning author, Tricia Underwood is on a mission to redefine achievement without sacrificing well-being. 

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Testimonials

11th Grade Student
at The Paideia School Atlanta, GA

“Before, I used to be overwhelmed by my school work which led me to not put as much effort as I could into doing homework each night. I frequently napped . . .

Parent of 12th Grade Student
Decatur, GA

“She is thriving and enjoying life more than ever. She’s on top of her work like never before and more confident than she’s ever been. It’s exciting to see her . . .

9th Grade Student
at Decatur High School in Decatur, GA

“..When we started, I had a huge problem with not really paying attention and not having motivation for school. But now I work more regularly and am much more organized. . . .

Parent of 10th Grade Student
at Woodward Academy in College Park, GA

“I’m so glad she’s working with you this semester. It shows in her school performance and her happiness at home.“

Ready for Some Magic of Your Own?

You’ve been pouring your heart into supporting your child’s journey. But who’s supporting yours?

Welcome to Functional Magic—where tired parents and educators discover unconventional success strategies that actually work in the real world. Because let’s face it: traditional advice often fails to capture the beautiful mess of supporting complicated humans while trying to maintain your own spark.

Here’s what I’ve learned: When parents feel supported and energized, their children find it easier to thrive. That’s not selfish; it’s essential magic.

Each week, I share practical wisdom that helps you:
– Transform overwhelming moments into opportunities for growth
– Build resilience without burning out
– Create sustainable success strategies that honor your reality

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“Tricia adeptly distills complex concepts into practical step-by-step strategies that are easy to understand, follow, and apply.” Reader Review