Nita Hadden of North Fulton/Forsyth County on Life, Lessons & Legacy

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Nita Hadden. Check out our conversation below.

Hi Nita, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
I lose track of time in simple, intimate moments, when a novel pulls me under, when a favorite song comes on and I get lost in the memories, when I dance alone in the kitchen, lying outside watching the moonlight and when I move my body with presence and intention.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello, I am Nita and I’m the founder of Bee Zen Yoga & Wellness. I am deeply rooted in mindful movement, breath awareness and am a spiritual goddess at heart. Bee Zen evolved in 2023 from Sanskara Yoga- a brand I created that focused on the mother and child.

I created Bee Zen out of a simple belief, wellness should feel accessible, welcoming and woven into everyday life, not intimidating or exclusive. There are so many people that for various reasons won’t ever step into a gym or a studio, my work centers around bringing yoga, mindfulness, and creative healing practices into real life spaces such as corporate offices, retreats, backyards, community events, and wherever people gather.

Yoga is what happens off our mat and what we bring into the world. It signifies the union of individual consciousness with universal energy or the joining of mind, body, and breath. It’s about creating safe, soulful spaces where people can soften, breathe deeply, reconnect with themselves and feel a little more at home in their bodies. I love blending movement with breath practices, journaling, nature, and intentional conversation.

In corporate settings, I focus on helping teams reset and recharge in a way that feels approachable and practical. In small group gatherings, I lean into creativity, connection and gentle transformation.

Currently, I am expanding into corporate and small group offerings, hosting collaborative wellness events, and continuing to build a community where people feel supported and inspired. I’m also hoping to offer a local retreat later this year, something that feels deeply aligned and close to my heart.

I love to travel and teach, meeting people from near and far. Being able to share space, movement, and presence with diverse communities is truly such a gift.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
The person who has taught me the most about work is my father. He is a man of few words, a calm demeanor, and a heart of gold. He showed me early on what hard work truly means through example.

My father immigrated from Kenya to London as a teenager. In the early 90’s, he moved our family to the United States. I was only 14 years old. As long as I can remember, I have watched him work on cars. His journey began as a young boy in Kenya, working alongside his older brother as a mechanic. When he moved to the UK, he continued learning his trade, mechanics and body work, building skill through persistence and determination.

He briefly stepped away to try a different business venture that didn’t succeed but instead of giving up, he returned to his trade, humbly, steadily and without ego.

My father never finished grade school, yet he educated himself as technology evolved. Over the years, he rose to become a foreman at Volvo, leading and training young men, earning deep respect through quiet leadership and consistency. He stayed loyal to the same company for 30 years. Even during the uncertainty of COVID-19, he worked tirelessly. He often quoted Confucius, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”

From my dad, I learned that work isn’t about titles or recognition. It’s about integrity, It’s about showing up and doing things the right way even when no one is watching. His hands may have worked on cars but what he really built was a legacy of discipline and humility.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that has probably held me back the most is the fear of failing and not being good enough. For most of my life, I believed confidence had to come first. I thought once I felt ready, then I could step forward but through many transitions and seasons of growth, I have learned that courage actually takes the front seat, confidence follows.

The fear of failing publicly, of disappointing others but especially myself and stepping into something bigger than I had ever done before held me back for a long time. I am an over-thinker. I question myself constantly. I realized imposter syndrome was quietly driving so many of my decisions. I would think, “There are so many others doing this and doing it better. How am I different?” Something shifted when I chose courage anyway.

Over time, those fears softened me. They made me more compassionate with myself and with others. They made me more intentional in my work and in my life.

The more I grow, teach, and create, the more I understand that being “enough” isn’t a destination you arrive at one day. It’s a choice you make over and over again and it takes inner work. Real, ongoing, honest inner work.

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, the public version of me is absolutely real but I have many layers. My values, my heart, my work ethic, my desire to create meaningful spaces are all authentic. I don’t pretend to be someone I’m not.

But like anyone out there, there are quiet layers that are not always visible. I’m more introspective than I appear. I question myself more than people probably realize. I am constantly doing inner work because I truly believe we are forever students. What people see publicly is the grounded, intentional version of me but I have also learned to lead with courage even when that fear is present.

It’s real, simply a version shaped by self-love and growth.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
This definitely pulls on the heartstrings. I hope that people say that I made them feel seen, that I created spaces where they could soften, breathe, and simply be present.

I hope they say that I led with compassion and kindness and I worked hard to be the best version of myself in all my roles. Most of all, I hope being around me made people feel a little more loved, confident and grounded,

If that’s the story they tell, then that will be enough.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.beezenyoga.com/
• Instagram: @beezenyoga
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beezenyoga
• Youtube: @Beezenyoga

Image Credits
@Anna_Maria_Captures