Today we’d like to introduce you to Shadonna Walker.
Shadonna, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
I’ve always had a passion of helping others. I knew this trait about myself at a fairly young age. So, after high school, I decided to study psychology. My undergraduate experience was full of ups and downs but, overall, it was an amazing experience. I learned so much about myself and I believe that phase helped me to tap into a much fulfilling life as I became an adult. Generally, I have always had an active lifestyle (physically) but I also suffered with so much insecurity (emotional and mental).
Life after graduation was the most challenging aspect of my life. I went through a phase of negligence- of my physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental health. However, during this phase, I didn’t even recognize what I was going through. This challenge of my life has everything to do with not being able to find a career placement and being immobile.
Months later, I began to see some sunlight; I was able to find a job and I was able to work towards purchasing a car. However, during this time, I was still making unhealthy choices and it was beginning to show.
By this time, I had gained about 80 lbs or more through my matriculation of college and adulthood. It was hard for me to grasp that I allowed for this to happen to my health.
About a year ago, I decided that I was going to make a change by taking control of my health. I began my weight loss journey with a friend. We motivated each other and stuck to our plans. However, I had no idea that this would open my creative mind to starting an entire business, The Fit Bombshell, centered around total Wellness.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The road has not been smooth. There have been plenty of times of feeling defeated, powerless, and not in control.
Honestly, I was my biggest obstacle. During the years, I have started several projects, started a weight loss journey, and attempted to start businesses, but I would let fear and doubt get in the way.
I realized that as a professional with a bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Human Services Counseling, I had to live the things I taught on a daily basis. Once my thought process changed, I began to make wiser decisions for my health and that is how my Wellness Service was birthed.
Please tell us about The Fit Bombshell.
The Fit Bombshell is focused on overall Wellness. My goal is to empower women to look beyond their physical and allow for them to tap into their emotional, mental, and spiritual health which is offered through my Life Coaching program. My vision is to help others realize their full potential physically and mentally while simultaneously increasing one’s self-esteem to have a heightened positive self-image. I find joy when others reach out to me to tell me how my story or programs have impacted their lives. I want my clients to understand that being healthy starts from within.
Another sector of my business is providing wellness products such as my very own organic vegan protein powder, protein bites, and smoothie pouches that are made with the organic protein powder.
I have many plans for my business and I am excited where this journey is taking me and I look forward to touching as many lives as possible.
Do you look back particularly fondly on any memories from childhood?
My childhood was very intriguing. I took evolution and growth to be where I am today. In part, I believe, from the beginning, a third-grade teacher was instilling something great in each student. Before the start of each class, he would have us sing and listen to the song called “I can” by Nas. Those lyrics resonated in my spirit and it’s something I live by daily now. As I embark on inspiring others and entrepreneurship, I always remind myself that I can be anything I want to be if I work hard at it.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://thefitbombshell.wixsite.com/website
- Phone: 470-284-4259
- Email: thefitbombshell@outlook.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/thefitbombshell?igshid=o6xp4f3myaez
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefitbombshell/
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