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Following Our
Dreams
Three Women Share
Their Journey to Self Empowerment
by Kosa Ely
More and more
women are stepping out from traditional
careers to launch their own businesses.
Their desire to live a life of passion and
commitment to a higher purpose, to express
their talents and reach their potential, and
their quest for financial freedom, is
spurring them to become entrepreneurs. With
a vision and purpose in mind, these women
are also making a difference in the lives of
others. I asked the following women to share
with us their background, their passion, and
their journey to self empowerment.
I’m an athlete. I do trick riding on horses.
I challenge mountains to buck me off my
bike. I love powder days on my skis. I trail
run and do yoga. I’m into my body, and I
insist that it run at peak performance on
demand. So I’ve really been into health and
nutrition as a way to keep my system
operating at maximum capacity.
I grew up taking handfuls of vitamins and
Chinese herbs, so the morning ritual of
preventative maintenance was not new to me.
But with so many expert opinions and highly
endorsed herbal products available, I found
myself bewildered and overwhelmed by the
never-ending choices on the market.
I would go to the Health food store and look
wistfully at all of the herbs and
supplements that I wish I could afford to
add to my regimen. Standing catatonically
gazing at hundreds of beautifully packaged
bottles and jars, I became paralyzed by
over-choice. Even when I would venture to
purchase some, I didn’t really feel their
immediate effects. Are they working? I hoped
so. If I did notice a change, I never knew
whether it was just a placebo effect.
Perhaps positive thoughts would have done
the job without spending so much money.
This ambivalent feeling disappeared when I
discovered Amazon Herbs. I had suffered a
knee injury that plagued me for more than 6
months. I had tried every solution possible
– yoga, joint supplements, ice, rest,
massage, affirmations, etc. Nothing had
worked, but, within 2 weeks of “eating” the
Amazon herbs, I was back at the top of my
game. Soreness and strain was a distant
memory. There were no residual effects of my
injury. Not only am I able to be just as
aggressive on my knee, but I have measurable
more speed, endurance, and strength.
When I take the herbs, I can feel the
effects almost instantaneously. My body
responds to them as nutritious and wholesome
food; I can feel them working.
I’ve noticed that as my body absorbs the
benefits of the Amazon herbs, I can tell
which ones to increase or decrease. My body
is intelligent and knows what it needs. As
the toxins are expunged and the nutrients
absorbed more easily, I have found that I
can regulate my herbal intake more
accurately. I no longer “dump” herbal
extracts into my mouth with the “hope” that
it will do some good. I can actually
self-monitor my needs.
I began my Amazon Herb business by sharing
the herbs with my mother and a neighbor.
That small trickle soon became a waterfall.
Once I set my intent to communicate the
wonders of these herbs, interested people
from every corner began showing up in my
life. From my day job to my personal life,
everywhere are individuals who are seeking
this type of healing. Simply saying "Amazon"
to the universe must activate networks
everywhere. People are in need of healing,
and they desire to take control of their
healing. Amazon Herbs presents a perfect
solution.
When you start taking the herbs, magic
happens. When you begin selling the herbs,
it's like a force of nature. In the short
time since I have started working with the
company, I have been on the most exciting
adventures.
From a global standpoint, I am in good
conscience to know that the Amazon Herb
Company wild harvests its herbs, supports
the indigenous people of the Amazon, and
helps with Rainforest preservation. I know
that I am getting the highest quality
essence available. My contribution helps
protect the lungs of the planet, the mighty
Amazon itself along with its tribal
custodians. It’s a win-win-win partnership
between all parties, and I feel great!
- Kansas Carradine Topanga, California
Three years ago I would never have believed
I would have my own business, travel to the
Amazon Rainforest, and assist people with
their health.
I graduated with a Bachelors of Science in
Engineering and worked for five years as an
electrical Engineer. In these five years of
engineering work, I felt an emptiness inside
of me. I was one engineer amongst several
thousand working for a huge company,
creating products I didn’t believe in. In my
heart I wanted to make a difference in the
lives of others, and I wanted my own time
freedom.
I became interested in the Amazon Herbs for
health reasons. I was suffering daily from
sinus congestion. By consistently taking the
products, my sinus pain cleared entirely.
Every aspect of my health: physical, mental,
and emotional, improved dramatically. It was
then I decided to share the products with
others.
At first, being an entrepreneur was a
challenge for me. It meant constantly
stepping out of my “comfort zone.” It forced
me to develop communication skills and
leadership skills that are such a blessing
for me now.
This business has opened a whole new world
for me. I meet all kinds of people, travel
when I choose, and express my creativity in
a myriad of ways. The most treasured gifts I
continue to receive are the friendships I
make and grow, and my own personal
development. Oh – and I enjoy helping other
women become leaders themselves.
-Shri Ramchandra Gainesville, Florida
After eleven years working as technical and
administrative support in engineering
offices, stressful deadlines absorbed my
time to a point that I had no life. I kept
saying to myself, “There’s got to be more to
life than this.”
I had also been back in college part time
for a few years and loved it, but wasn’t
quite sure where a speech communications
major was going to take me as a career. Life
quickly changed, and I suddenly found myself
working in a media communications office.
Communications work was both a blessing and
a curse. The work was more suited to my
interests, but I still didn’t want to be
tied to an office schedule.
In the depths of my heart I wanted to have
my own business – ideally one that didn’t
tie me down; A business that would allow me
the freedom to travel domestically and
internationally, meet other people, and
enjoy life while supporting myself. I wasn’t
sure how, when, where, or what kind of
business would offer me such freedoms and
idealistic life-style, but it was constantly
in the back of my mind – just looking for an
opportunity to manifest.
Then one day almost two years ago, I heard
about some wonderful rainforest herbs. Now,
earthy herbs and exotic rainforests have
always been a love of mine, so when it all
came together in a complete package with a
business opportunity included, I was
immediately onboard.
Suddenly, I found my dreams manifesting…I
was meeting people, traveling, and having
fun while offering others the chance to
experience vibrant health and a way to gain
financial freedom – a perfect combination.
It has been an enlivening journey of
personal development, along with the
incredible support of others in the
business. I look forward to every day,
making new friends, and living my life the
way I choose.
- Chitra Gunderson Frederick, Maryland |
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