You never know where your life will lead you and the person you will become when you start your own business. Who is Catherine today and is she still following her dreams?
Almost 14 years ago I left a well-paying, secure, professional position as an Aeronautical Engineer for Transport Canada. Many thought that I must have been crazy; some thought that I was evolved. In the end, it is always about how you feel about yourself that truly matters. I felt fabulous!
I looked at my life and I determined that I was not happy. My work life, although challenging at times, was becoming mundane and repetitive. I had worked for the public service for about 12 years when I left. The government has a way of “grinding you down”. It rarely rewards initiative and creativity or even hard work. I was spending my days in an overly bright office, staring at a computer screen, typing, filing, processing, and doing little original work. I needed to break free. I wanted to touch my true potential. That meant a meaningful life and to be more involved with people. I needed freedom and connection with nature and the outdoors.
That desire led me to create GAIA Adventures, a fitness and adventures business that guides and empowers women to love their lives. Through outdoor adventures (hiking, kayaking), personal training and body ball workshops, I have made an impact on hundreds of womens lives. And I am only getting started. I realize that I need to take new chances and learn new skills in order to grow and develop. As my business grows, so do I grow, and with it does my chance to help you.
Please join me as I begin my journey with regular blogs on fitness, wellness, adventures and more. I would like to find out from you what your challenges are? What are your dreams? Where are you headed? Let’s connect at info@gaiaadventures.com.
And in case you were wondering – Catherine is happy, strong and a fit 54 year-old. And yes, I am still following my dreams.
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