My story
I'm Ella Snowball, a proud resident of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, and I'm thrilled to share my journey with you. As a 48-year-old mother of two incredible teenagers and the owner of a successful Recruitment Agency, my life is filled with exciting roles and responsibilities.
However, amidst the hustle and bustle, I discovered the profound significance of self-love. This realisation prompted me to become an NLP Master Practitioner, Business Coach, Life Coach, and Self-Love Coach. Today, I want to take a moment to share my personal story and explain why self-love is not only important to me but also why I'm passionate about helping other women experience its transformative power.
My path to self-love began with a happy upbringing and a boarding school experience that I genuinely cherished. However, at the age of 15, I veered off track and found solace in drinking and a social life filled with excitement. From that point forward, my weight became a constant yo-yo, fluctuating as I experimented with extreme diets, rigorous exercise regimens, and subsequent episodes of binge eating and drinking. It was an endless cycle that left me feeling mentally and physically drained.
Weekends were synonymous with fun, but they came at a steep price. Excessive alcohol consumption led to crippling hangovers, anxiety, and an overwhelming sense of guilt that lingered throughout the following week. I found myself trapped in a constant cycle of comparison, whether it was comparing myself to others on social media or in real-life situations. These negative thoughts plagued my mind, convincing me that I was never good enough, too old, destined to fail in business, or incapable of speaking in public.
To my dismay, I realised that these detrimental patterns were not only affecting my own well-being but also being passed on to my daughter. Dieting had become the norm, to the point where I even took her to Slimming World. This way of life was incredibly stressful and had a profoundly negative impact on my mental and physical health.
However, in the midst of the 2020 lockdown, I was introduced to the life-changing concept of self-love. Through a comprehensive 12-step program, I discovered the immense power of loving oneself. I learned to embrace and appreciate my body for its remarkable capabilities and began nurturing it with care. Most importantly, I banished the negative self-talk and replaced it with kindness and compassion.
The results were nothing short of extraordinary. The excess weight effortlessly melted away, and I found freedom in eating intuitively, without rigid diets dictating my choices. In fact, I now indulge in cake more than ever before! My wardrobe transformed as well, with size10 being the only size that remained, while all the other sizes found new homes through charitable donations.
Choosing happiness became a way of life, rather than a sporadic occurrence. The negative self-talk vanished, replaced by a deep sense of positivity and gratitude for each day. I no longer succumb to excessive drinking but still revel in fantastic nights out and plenty of laughter—minus the dreadful hangovers, anxiety, and guilt that used to follow.
Not only has self-love improved my own well-being, but it has also had a profound impact on my family. My relationships with my husband and children have flourished, and their happiness mirrors my own. Recognising the immense value of self-care, I now prioritise taking time for myself daily, knowing that this investment benefits not only me but also my loved ones.
I am beyond excited to share this life-changing journey with other amazing women. Every individual deserves the chance to experience genuine happiness, love their bodies, and live an extraordinary life. Now, I know what you might be thinking—perhaps similar thoughts that once occupied my mind when I first encountered the concept of self-love:
"It can't be true... It's all just 'woo-woo' stuff... It'll be expensive... It'll take too much time... It won't work for me... People will think I'm silly..."
If you're willing to take a leap of faith and invest some time and resources, the rewards will be remarkable. Even after just one session, many of the ladies I've had the privilege of working with have experienced breakthroughs and felt a newfound sense of greatness. Don't just take my word for it—please take a moment to read the testimonials below, which are a testament to the incredible transformations that can occur.
If you're interested and would like to learn more, simply click here, and we can arrange a call to discuss how you, too, can embark on this life-changing journey of self-love and empowerment.