18. From Healing to Helping: The Entrepreneurial Nurse Story with Cristina Arroyo

This week on She Who Thrives, listeners are introduced to the inspiring Cristina Arroyo, a nurse practitioner whose tenacity and entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish her own IV hydration business amidst her battle with neuroendocrine cancer. Cristina exemplifies the true meaning of resilience, sharing insights into the differences between mentoring and coaching, as well as her dedication to empowering over a hundred nurses to start their businesses, channeling her challenges into opportunities for advancement.Janell takes a moment to reflect on their academic struggles, particularly the struggle with ADHD and anxiety. They candidly discuss the struggle to adapt within an education system that often fails to accommodate diverse learning styles and the personal journey to manage mental health without medication. Employing alternative coping strategies, such as audiobooks and mindfulness, and seeking therapy, the host has carved a path of self-discovery and wellness.The episode explores natural health remedies, emotional aspects of health issues, and the importance of holistic healing. It also discusses habit formation and organization in ADHD, personal adaptations, and the aesthetic industry. Cristina shares insights on boundary setting and intentional scaling in business growth. The conversation then shifts to the strategic use of social media, emphasizing authenticity and persistence in building a genuine following. The episode offers guidance for those facing life challenges and invites listeners to join the journey of those who have turned their battles into lessons of strength and growth.Connect with Cristina: Business: @wholelisticenergyInstagram: @cristina_arnpConnect with Janell: Website: https://www.shewhothrivespodcast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bossladynel/Book: https://www.amazon.com/Loving-BiPolar-Bear-Janell-Borrero/dp/B0BVSXX6JL