My Story
Early Life
I didn't have much growing up, moving to America when I was just three years old. However, life took a turn when my parents divorced, and at the age of seven, we returned to Ireland where my siblings and I were raised by our mother. My summers were occasionally spent in America visiting my father, when he had time to be involved in our lives. As a teenager, I struggled with my mental health, feeling the weight of responsibility, expectations and societal pressures. The rebellious spirit within me ignited, driving me to believe I was destined for something greater than my circumstances.
I was determined to change my life despite constant discouragement from others. Many people around me treated me as if I would amount to nothing, but that negativity fueled my fire even more. I knew I was capable; I just needed to identify my true path. As I headed into adulthood I faced a challenge after challenge and too many setbacks. I would stumble, but no matter how hard it was I would rise again with renewed determination to break the cycle. The challenges of life seemed relentless, throwing unforeseen twists whenever I achieved even small victories.
The turning point came when I discovered self-development and began to invest in myself. This journey of self-exploration allowed me to rebuild the confidence that had been shattered by my struggles. I grew to understand myself better, and I began to see a vision for my purpose in life. Changes started to manifest in my life in remarkable ways. Now with every success, it deepened the believe in myself, grew my confidence and my purpose in life became clear. While the road of growth is ongoing, the transformation I’ve experienced is nothing short of unrecognizable. I've learned how to navigate challenges and setbacks, and they no longer impact me as they once did. Today, I hold the reins of my life, mindset, and future, ready to embrace whatever comes next.
Career so far
After leaving college while studying Law due to an unexpected pregnancy, I took a part-time course that awarded me a Diploma in Business and Secretarial Studies. This led to a great job at a bank, laying the groundwork for my professional journey. A few years later, after meeting my husband and welcoming our second child, I decided to take a career break. During my maternity leave, I enrolled in night classes for Fashion Design. My creative passion got me through the course while having three more babies, getting married and facing some crazy life challenges.
I graduated with a Diploma in Fashion Design and was honored to win Designer of the Year at my college and Student Designer of the Year at Kerry Fashion Week, which gave me a newfound confidence. I dove headfirst into building a fashion design business, securing my designs being stocked in two boutiques in Dublin, and gaining media exposure through magazines, newspapers, television, and fashion shows. I earned a place on an Accelerator programme for women entrepreneurs and won other awards for both design and business. Eventually, I opened a small shop specializing in bridal and alterations, but balancing a business with being a mom, together with the stresses and challenges that life threw at me, soon took a toll on my well-being both physically and mentally.
This culminated in a breakdown caused by stress, overwhelm and burnout. However, the lockdowns during COVID-19 provided me with an opportunity to reset. During this time, I discovered Network Marketing, which introduced me to digital marketing and the world of self-development. These experiences sparked a calling for a bigger purpose in my life.
I made pivotal decisions regarding my bridal business, ultimately closing it to concentrate on my mindset and digital marketing aspirations. Investing in myself through mentorship and courses with influential figures like Bob Proctor, Tony Robbins, and Russell Brunson, Robin Sharma, Jenna Kutcher and more, I became a sponge for knowledge. Despite achieving success in various digital marketing endeavors, something still felt off, leading me to reflect deeply.
That’s when clarity struck—I wanted to empower other women, especially moms like myself, who felt lost and overwhelmed but craved to regain control. My vision became clearer, but I struggled with how to articulate it until I discovered the power of funnels and email marketing. Now, I'm on a mission to help women feel empowered and equipped to create purposeful lives for themselves through the tools and guidance that helped me, so that they can get started on their own journey again.
Family Life
I am a devoted wife to Nicolas, my rock and unwavering support. Without his belief in me, especially on days when I struggled to believe in myself, I wouldn’t have accomplished all that I have.
I am also a proud mom of five. I home educate our four daughters, and we cherish the freedom of taking charge of our education and futures. My beautiful girls are passionate about everything in their life, filling their days with learning and pursuing their own goals and dreams, despite being teenagers. I believe my success and hard work has inspired them, and their enthusiasm inspires and motivates me every day, especially on tough days because we all get them.
My son, now 24, is tirelessly chasing his own passions, and I couldn't be prouder of his efforts. His perseverance in rising after every setback and his courage in overcoming obstacles inspires me deeply.
I strive to live my life with gratitude and faith, trusting in the Universe and its guidance. I embrace an attitude of kindness, compassion, resilience, and creativity as I navigate life with my family.
Where I am now...
Everything in my life has led me to where I am now. I wake up each day creating and living my dream life, filled with purpose and gratitude. My family and I are traveling the world, embracing adventures and crafting magical memories together. I've launched my own brand - Success Mindset Collective, which fuels my passion and fills my life with meaning. My purpose is now clearer than ever—empowering women to embrace their true potential. I believe there are no limits to what we can achieve as women, and it is my mission to help as many of us as possible feel empowered, live boldly, and become unstoppable.
