Ep. 161  In this solo episode, I take you through my life story, from my childhood to where I am today. I reflect on key moments—like moving to America, struggling with self-harm, and overcoming mental health challenges—that shaped the person I am now. I also share the transformative journey of losing 90 lbs, starting a fitness business, and how I turned pain into passion to fuel my purpose. Through the highs and lows, I’ve learned valuable lessons that have been integral to my growth, confidence, and the life I’m building now. 

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Topics Discussed

• 00:00:00 - Introduction 


• 00:04:17 - Turning your pain to passion


• 00:05:39 - Mari’s childhood: living in Switzerland & the UK


• 00:07:41 - Move to New York & feeling out of place


• 00:11:01 - High school and parent’s separation 


• 00:16:50 - College, making friends, and academic probation  


• 00:20:01 - Sorority days and partying 


• 00:23:07 - Meeting Greg and starting internships 


• 00:25:11 - Self harm and BPD diagnosis 


• 00:31:55 - Psychiatric treatment, medications, and rock bottom


• 00:35:36 - Dropping out of college


• 00:37:19 - Quitting medications cold turkey 


• 00:39:35 - Starting my heathy and fitness journey 


• 00:43:38 - Working at Orange Theory and graduating 


• 00:46:25 - Viral before and after photos 


• 00:48:22 - Workout guides, website, and first products 


• 00:51:13 - Sampling supplements and launching bloom