Everything changed 13 months ago. I followed my heart, I took a leap of faith, I stepped outside my comfort zone and said YES to something I knew absolutely nothing about. At the time my life was pretty much on cruise control but the gas tank basically on empty. Everyday was the same. I would toss and turn all night just to finally get into a sound sleep about 40 minutes before my alarm would go off. I would struggle to get up and get going but I would do it. I would spend the next 8 hours at work giving my all to my clients to find that by the time I got home I had nothing left to give to my husband and my fur babies. I would walk in the house and complain of some made up ailment just so that I would have an excuse to go into the bedroom and watch TV and not have to talk or “give” one second longer.

On top of this I had some bad habits that I honestly had no interest in trying to break. Ok, writing this makes my heart ache, but it is the truth. I was at the point where I knew I needed to change but I had no idea how or where to turn or what the answer was and no clue as toward what that change would be. I have worked in Human Services and Counseling for my entire life. Prior to 13 months ago I had never sold a single thing to anyone, not even a box of cookies! Honestly, to this day I still feel like I haven’t sold a single thing to anyone, but that one decision I made 13 months ago has offered me the opportunity to not only change the lives of my clients every day but to change the lives of my friends and family too!

So, 13 months ago, I said YES to a product that changed everything and quickly said YES to also joining a team of amazing leaders who I am now lucky enough to call friends. Like I said, I have never sold a single thing in my entire life. Saying yes to this opportunity has literally changed everything. Those bad habits are a thing of the past, I wake up before my alarm goes off and I have a new found zest for life.

Through this opportunity I have gained confidence, motivation and leadership skills that have not only helped me with my direct sales biz but have awarded me advancement and accolades at my day job. I have had the honor to connect with new friends that I now call family as well as reconnect with old friends that I had lost touch with over the years. I have set and reached goals that I had never even considered before. My husband and I have reconnected and are living the life that we want to live. I find myself saying “yes” more often then “no” and I am dreaming BIG for the first time in my life.

My journey started just under two years ago when the only life I ever knew in the corporate world took over…I was tired, worn out, overweight, and my only hope was that I would have a good pension and save enough for retirement to say good-bye to the 9-5 in 20 more years.

That all changed when my friend introduced me to a new product that would change the course of my life forever! In 10 short days, I found myself with the energy, motivation, and courage to take control of my life again; physically, emotionally, and financially. Over the course of several months, I regained my health, lost 55 pounds, and had with a newfound confidence that helped me realized I could use this opportunity to change countless other lives too! But, I wondered with no sales experience and being a male in a female dominated industry, would I ever have a chance to prosper and succeed?

I decided to go for it and I quickly discovered that teaming up with successful women encouraged not only my drive for success, but helped me realize a passionate and motivated leader inside of me; it was not about sales, it was about helping others! These women are fearless, confident, and creative; things so important for success and they could draw those out in me. Before I knew it, even though I was a male in this industry, people were trusting me, I was delivering value, they were drawn to my realness and genuine caring attitude…and just like that…a prosperous business took off and it has become my life’s purpose.

Wow! Where to begin?

A year and a half ago I sat alone. Timid, shy, and in what I call my bubble.

I had made significant changes in my life a few years back, and really struggled in finding my passion, and who I was as a person.

I was tired, irritable, unmotivated, and a workaholic! I suppose filling a void...

Because of one decision, my true self has now been drawn out! I'm happy, motivated, and daring!
I've given up working around the clock, and strictly focus on what I am passionate about, which is what I love, and makes me happy. Surrounding myself with leaders whom are the most positive of people you will ever meet, I've been given a feeling of self-worth, joy, and the desire to never give up on a dream.

Whatever my future holds for me, I know as of right now, I'm where I'm supposed to be!
I decided to follow my heart, and life has been more than wonderful! After all I'm actually living it again!

I wanted to take a couple minutes and share how much my life has changed in the last year and a half. I made one decision to start a new product with a company that focuses on premium grade nutrition. I would've never thought a multi vitamin could do what it has done for me, and it makes me so excited to be part of a team with such amazing leaders. I feel happier, healthier, more positive, more confident, and in a place and on a path I want to continue in my life forever. It's incredible being part of a business adventure that you can take at your own speed and get such rewarding benefits by helping others feel their best. Talia, Jamie, and Megan have been my rocks and some amazing leaders through this journey, and I will never be able to thank them enough, you are so inspiring. Thanks girls!!!

Rewind 6 months-me, a stay-at-home-mom to 4 kids (6, 4, 2, 1) with a husband getting his master’s degree, trying not to nap every day, struggling to be present in my kids’ lives beyond just meeting their basic needs, and wondering if I will ever be able to teach my children to calm down the appropriate way. My body was, what seemed like, screaming forward with general aches I thought accompanied age. In short, I was lacking major energy and motivation.

I reached out to a good friend. I needed help. And I was really hoping she could be the one to do just that. She knew I needed help, heard my plea, as she had been in the same shoes as I was in, and changed my life. I knew, day one, I needed to continue on this journey she had me start on; somehow, someway, I needed to figure out a way to have this in my life.

That first day, I had enough energy to clean out the garage. Who enjoys that??!! I did. That day! The next few days I was getting around with a pep in my step, doing things not normally done and with a smile. My friend was right there, supporting me along the way, answering my questions, checking on my progress, and being my cheerleader. I continued to feel energy, waking up ready to face the day; motivation to get tasks done around the house; playing with my kids and not just sitting on the sideline; feeling happier in general, like I was back to my old self, the self I was searching for! I love sharing my story, and hearing others’ stories, but I’m most excited knowing I can’t wait to change other people’s lives!

To say this choice has changed my life, is an understatement. It has changed not only me, but my family. For the better. And I only want to continue to go forward, keeping this choice as my new foundation of my improved and enriched life.