When Mari said, “No one’s coming to save you—you have to save yourself”, this became the catalyst for her incredible journey from rock bottom to building Bloom Nutrition and inspiring millions around the world.

In this episode, I sit down with Mari to unpack her transformation—from battling mental health struggles and self-doubt, to losing 90 pounds, to turning a $5 PDF fitness guide into a thriving wellness empire. Mari opens up about the raw truth behind her success, the lessons she’s learned in scaling a business with authenticity, and how she’s now navigating the new chapter of motherhood with intention and grace.

This conversation is real, unfiltered, and deeply inspiring. Mari’s story is proof that with passion, perseverance, and self-belief, you can rewrite your entire life.

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Topics discussed:

00:00:00 – Intro & Trigger warning

00:01:26 - Pursuit Network

00:05:22 –Childhood & Trauma

00:07:06 – College rebellion; partying & blackouts

00:09:43 – First self-harm; BPD diagnosis, rock bottom

00:12:39 – Quitting meds cold turkey

00:14:04 – Turning point: “save yourself, mental shift

00:21:40 – Learning macros

00:22:20 – 90 lbs weight loss year: The year of transformation

00:26:07 – Before/after picture goes viral

00:27:03 – $5 PDF guides; first business mechanics

00:30:08 – Bloom idea & formulation

00:33:12 – Family planning season

00:36:37 – Fertility struggles

00:39:43 – Emotional toll of infertility

00:41:10 – IVF journey

00:44:00 – Pregnancy mindset & body-image shift

00:47:52 – Pregnancy training & nutrition 

00:51:00 – Hopes & values for baby boy; parenting intentions

00:54:17 – Keeping work simple during pregnancy; closing reflections

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