The Drive: What challenges have you overcome?
Deep down, I held a false belief that being successful in business meant that I would have to sacrifice being the best mum I could be. I was afraid that my focus on the business meant that my family would suffer.
This false belief blocked my professional growth. It was like trying to drive a car with the brake on! I was scared to let go and trust the journey. But when I learnt to trust in the vision I had for My Pilates Time, I found that it is possible to be my best self as a mum and a business owner. I started to live in the frequency of my truth, and when I don’t fight it, the energy and inspiration just flow!
For Better or Worse: What are the pros and cons of running your own business?
Mindset is everything. When I feel that things are going well and I’ve helped lots of women, it’s easy to be productive, focused and driven. But when I have troubles or roadblocks I don’t know how to overcome, I can feel stuck.
Sometimes, I feel like if I get a task done it’ll lead to the next step which may be unknown, and I think that’s what makes me procrastinate: the fear of the unknown. Moving forward and growing a business is all about doing new things, which is not always an easy thing to do!
I remember the first live class I taught was a free webinar, which terrified me as it was something I’d never done before. I was up all night worrying! Would the computer setup work as I had practised? Would I remember the class routine? Would anyone even show up?
As I’ve learnt over time though, nothing is ever as hard as we imagine. When I look back at the many new things I’ve done over the years, my younger self would be amazed!
This is the super exciting part of owning a business! My business is evolving and growing just like I am. I honestly believe the success of my business is a direct reflection of my personal growth and the courage it takes to embrace it.
Hopes and Dreams: What next?
I have spent the past eight years creating My Pilates Time membership site supported by a beautiful community that empowers women to make simple, achievable and lasting lifestyle habits. Now I am devoting my time to nurturing the women I work with and sharing how good they too can feel with regular, manageable exercise.
People often assume that I have an intense workout regime and keep to a strict diet, but it’s not the case. The secret to staying mobile and strong is just moving regularly, in an intelligent way, and eating beautiful whole foods. It’s as simple as that!
Inspired by my own journey with whole foods and my passion for cooking, I am due to launch a simple four-step nutrition guide, Eat Well Be Well. Created in collaboration with nutrition coach Laura Pennington from The Natural Space, Eat Well Be Well is a detailed guide to eating whole foods and making sustainable habits, which also includes a beautiful cookbook.
I can’t wait to share this guide with others who want to build a healthy lifestyle led by mindful eating, moderate exercise and positive self-talk. It’s the perfect companion to your regular Pilates practice!
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