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The People Who Inspire/Motivate Me

Jeffrey - Gah, my brother... I have so much love, trust, respect, and admiration for Jeffrey. Growing up I knew I could always count on him. He’s never given up on me and he is one of my biggest cheerleaders in life. He’s always encouraging me to go after my dreams. I remember one time I was crying in my bed because I had no friends and deeply wanted a best friend and he sat down next to me and prayed with me that I would find my best friend and within less than 2 years I met Michael, my very best friend and now husband. There was also one time couple of years ago I remember him having me sit down and write out a bucket list. I thought he was crazy, but I did it and within a years time or so I crossed off 85% of that list. He took also took it upon himself to sit down and teach me the importance of all things money. He stayed up with me until 3 a.m. one night working out a budget for me. He challenged me time and time again on how important saving money is and I finally listened. I’ll forever be grateful for him stepping up in the areas I didn’t have support from our parents. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him.

Michael -  Michael has been my best friend for 10 years now. He’s been the most consistent non-family member I’ve ever known. We’re 2 completely different people, but we’ve learned over the years to work together really well. He’s really helped me come out of my shell, he helped me realize not all men are assholes and I could trust him, he can bring me from a 12 to a 3 (even though sometimes he’s the reason I go from a 3 to a 12.;) ) He’s taught me to stand up for myself and to not let everyone/anyone walk all over me, he pushes me to do my best always, he believes in me when I don’t, and is always a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on when I need it. Michael doesn’t take everything overly serious or to heart like I do and he’s helped me learn to better gauge what/who I give my time, attention and energy to. Maybe one day I’ll be able to say no like he can, but that’s still a working progress, but I love that he can say no and not think twice about it. One day, though...one day.

Meghann - My sister Meghann is older than me, so growing up it was the standard I was the annoying little sister and she was the mean big sister, lmao. But as we’ve grown up and matured we’ve gotten a lot closer. Meghann inspires me so much in the way she goes about what she eats and feeds her 2 little girls. I can honestly say that she is the reason I stopped eating things like Lean Cuisines and drinking Naked juice cause I thought it was healthy and good for me. She taught me how dairy isn’t the best choice and to try almond milk and how gluten really isn’t the best and why. These tips and tricks made me go out and research everything that much more and any time I have something new to share or talk about we’ll both bounce off each other about the topic. She’s definitely my go-to with finding a healthier alternative or more holistic way of going about eating.

Claire  - Ohhhh, Claire... Claire is one of my younger sisters, but closest to me in age. What I love most about Claire and what inspires me is that no matter WHAT life has thrown at her in her young and all through growing up she overcomes it all and doesn’t let it dim her light. She has more than one reason to be a jaded, closed off person, but she stills remains so loving and caring and keeps on keeping on. Her story so far inspires me to keep on keeping on and she is one of my biggest role models when it comes to not letting fear stand in your way of doing something you love or that you’re passionate about. 

Demi Lovato - Demi and I are the same age and I’ve always followed her journey and have been a fan. I have a cross tatted on my hand in the same spot she does. She didn’t become an inspiration to me until 2ish years ago when she kind of came of the closet and became this unapologetic person. She started writing and singing music that was true to her, she was open and honest about her recovery with her eating disorder and despite her bipolar disorder she works on herself on the daily and doesn’t use it as an excuse. She’s not shameful and her body or sexuality or any part of her being anymore and it just spoke to me so much because it’s something I work on daily. I cut all my hair off a few years ago and she was the inspiration about behind it. I tell all my friend and family that one day her and I WILL be friends and I am going to keep saying that until it happens, lmao. 

Lori Harder - 2 years ago I gave podcasts a go. I remember searching self-help and this pretty smiley blonde with bright red lipstick popped up as a suggestion and I gave it a go. I was blown away at how similar our stories were. It was almost too identical. She grew up and always struggled with her weight as a little girl, came from a super religious family, in a home where money was an ever present issue, suffered from severe anxiety and was home-schooled. I’m sorry, but did someone say Sarah Cannon? Jeez. I was hooked from the first episode. Lori has taught me to never let my fear and anxiety get in the way of what I want to do and I can always count on her to step on my toes in love to get something done or forgive or to work and move past something. You can find Lori at https://www.loriharder.com/

Jordan Younger aka The Balanced Blonde - I discovered Jordan through Lori 2 years ago and have been fascinated by her story of finding balance with her eating disorder. It really spoke to me and inspired me to find more balance in my life, especially with food. I love following her ever evolving story and how she’s into yoga and healthy foods and crystals and deepening her spiritual practice/journey and no matter what she stays true to herself, but isn’t afraid to learn and grow and doesn’t let anyone dictate what she believes in or how she goes about her which is something I’m learning to do on the daily. It’s not always easy, but knowing there is someone else out there sharing it so openly helps me tremendously. You can find Jordan at http://www.thebalancedblonde.com/

Elizabeth Dialto - I discovered Elizabeth through Lori’s podcasts and what I loved most about Elizabeth from that episode was how just REAL she was. She had a laugh that made me laugh and I wanted more. I went month’s without listening to any other podcast outside of her. I believe it was almost 2 years worth of podcasts she had out at that point. This podcast made me so so so unbelievably uncomfortable. Why? Well, I grew up and was conditioned a certain way and was very stuck in it and this podcast was un-conditioning me and I was fighting it. I had never heard about chakras or the moon cycles or meditation and crystals and all things outside of what I learned in church/growing up, so I automatically deemed it “bad” and “of the devil” and “oh my family would NOT approve of this”, but I kept going back and fighting the urge to run away from it because I learned something through all of this. It’s OK to let go of your old belief systems and working through your shit is needed to move on, and you can’t just stuff everything and think it’ll be OK. I have so much respect for this beautiful soul and can’t wait to meet her one day and give her the biggest hug. I use her oracle cards she created every single day and read her Wild Soul Woman pledge as well. Elizabeth is an amazing leader and guide and has given me so many tools to work through my shit and come out an untamed version of me that’s been there all along, but just had to peel back some layers and do some digging. You can find Elizabeth at http://untameyourself.com/

Christine Hassler - I found Christine either through Lori or Elizabeth. One of the two, I’m not 100% sure. When I think Christine I think peace, love, calmness and happiness. She is so loving and bubbly. Through her work I’ve been able to forgive certain family members and friends from past hurts and traumas. For the first few podcast episodes I just cried my eyes out at my desk because of the things her guests would talk about on her live coaching calls. Daddy issues, relationships, work, you name it. I was triggered... but she gave me the tools to work through it and I put all the tools to use and have never felt more free. You can find Christine at https://christinehassler.com/

Almost 30 Podcast Ladies - I recently discovered Krista and Lindsey through Lori’s podcast as well. What I loved most about them at first is that they’re around my age, which at the time I was listening to all these amazing people via podcasts, but they all had 10+ years on me and had it figured out and were living out their passions and had these amazing lives and I am over here listening to a podcast at my 8-5 desk job feeling like the life I am living is so wrong and off course and I needed to be something AMAZING now and making millions of dollars while doing so. So these ladies were a breath of fresh air and I love that they’re eager to learn and grow and take everyone along with them on the ride by learning from all these amazing guests and I’m able to relate SO much. They’re real, raw and hilarious and I’ve learned so much. You can find The Almost 30 ladies at https://www.almost30podcast.com/

Sahara Rose - I discovered Sahara and her work through the Almost 30 Podcast. When she started talking about Ayurveda and how it’s this 5000+ year old health/wellness system and how Pitta meant this and Vata meant that and Kapha and this and the mind, body and spirit are all connected I was HOOKED and just wanted more.  Sahara has really inspired me to live a more ayurvedic lifestyle through book The Idiot’s Guide to Ayurveda. I’ve incorporated dry brushing, self oil massage, tongue scraping, oil pulling, drinking warm water with lemon every morning to optimize my digestion and so many other things. It’s been a game changer for me and I’m forever grateful. You can find Sahara at https://www.iamsahararose.com/

I wouldn’t be where I am today without all of these amazing people and for that I am FOREVER grateful. 

- Sarah xo