#19: Finding Purpose: How A Healing Massage Business Saved a Former Addict

Conquer Addiction. Massage Business. How are these related? Today, we’re diving deep into the incredible journey of a woman who has overcome unimaginable challenges. She battled addiction for nearly a decade, and let me tell you, she's not just a survivor; she's a thriver.  Can you believe she used to faint almost every night, AND she was surprised she didn’t die?  What turned her life around, you ask? It was her unshakable determination to create something beautiful. She opened her very own business, and it wasn't just any business; it was her passion, her purpose, her lifeline. Her story is proof of the incredible power of human potential.  Today is a story that reminds us that no matter how dark life may seem, there's always a path to turn it around and reinvent yourself. In this episode, we talk about: • [2:45]: **The Unpredictable Path of Entrepreneurship:** Christina and I discuss the reality that being an entrepreneur is far from a smooth journey. She also shares how her career began in massage therapy. • [6:20]: **Lessons and Challenges:** As a fellow entrepreneur, Christina reflects on the valuable lessons and challenges she's faced on her path to success. • [10:12]: **The Battle with Addiction:** Christina opens up about her struggle with addiction, sharing her experiences, the highs, the lows, and the journey from hard substance use to recovery. • [17:18]: **The Life of a Functioning Addict:** We explore how Christina managed to maintain her daily life and her career while grappling with addiction. • [21:50]: **A Spiritual Guide in Unexpected Places:** She shares how her boss at the spa also served as her spiritual teacher and how this unique relationship played a role in her recovery. • [29:24]: **The Power of Ownership:** Transitioning to owning her own storefront was a significant turning point in Christina's life. She shares how this decision played a crucial role in her recovery. She discovered a passion that outshone her addiction. • [43:30]: **Guidance for New Entrepreneurs:** Christina provides advice for aspiring and new entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of persistence, passion, and dedication on the journey to business success. • [46:05]: **Advice for Those at a Crossroads:** For those facing addiction or similar crossroads in life, Christina offers invaluable advice and shares what she would tell her younger self. — • Subscribe to my email list to get notified of my virtual upcoming events to help learn how to get your spiritual side business started. • Click here to get your hands on The Spirtual Business Starter Kit FREEBIE.  • Join our beautiful online spiritual community today! — Rate, Review, & Follow Me on Apple Podcasts 👍 This helps me support and reach more people just like you! Click here. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Listening to this on Spotify? Click here. Tap on the star icon underneath our podcast description to help us out! Available on mobile only. Resources: Website: https://www.thehappyhealingshop.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappyhealingshop Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@thehappyhealingshop Facebook Community:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehappyhealingshop Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastApple Spotify Podcasts: https://bit.ly/TheHappyHealingShopPodcastSpotify