TWR 076: Turning Pain Into Purpose with Christina Flach

In this episode, Amber is getting real and vulnerable with celebrity makeup artist and CEO of Pretty Girl Makeup, Christina Flach. If you have ever experienced tragedy or darker moments in life, and someone has made the suggestion to just “snap out of it,” it can truly be frustrating. As a badass mom and CEO, Christina lets us know that these moments are not something we can just snap out of– it takes conscious thought and intentional practice to get through these valleys, all while leaning on friends and family.  Christina has experienced the loss of both her son, Beau, and her husband, professional tennis player, Ken Flach. For Christina, it came down to relying on friends and family and her disciplined lifestyle. This Mama used her pain and turned it into purpose for her family by taking care of herself first. It is not selfish to take care of yourself, like Christina says, “I’m a better everything when I have taken care of myself.” This isn’t to say that it was an easy path to take. Choosing a path of happiness was a mindset shift that took time, but was ultimately necessary for her family that she still had to take care of. Small choices like being grateful for the time you have with your loved ones is something Christina repeatedly thought even saying, “You don’t know how long you have on this earth with friends or family, so don’t f*** it up!”  Christina is a shining example of beautiful resilience. With everything she has been through, she has come out of it with purpose. A purpose to spread awareness of Sepsis. A purpose to take care of herself so she can take care of her family. A purpose for business. A purpose to live life happily. How can you turn your pain into purpose? You in, Mama? Tune in for more! Wellness Quote “As mothers, our happiness affects everybody, and so, if we’re a disaster, it’s going to affect the kids.” –Christina Flach Key Highlights Just because Christina chose to be happy rather than miserable after such a tragic loss, she still took the time to grieve. It just didn’t come at the expense of the rest of her family; As the adage goes, “happy wife, happy life,” something similar can be said for mothers in a family unit. When a mom is down, the family is down more than likely. This is a beautiful responsibility; We are not guaranteed anything in this life. It is a choice to be grateful for the time we had with ones that have passed. It is a choice to be happy rather than sad or miserable; When it comes to our health, no one will advocate for us better than ourselves. If we feel that something is off, we should demand to be treated or to be heard; Make caring for yourself a non-negotiable. It is not a selfish act to care for oneself– we can be a better everything for ourselves and our families when we have taken care of ourselves first. Episode Resources Join the waitlist to get all the details on a brand new high-touch mentorship: www.ambershaw.com/mentor Cymbiotika discount code CLICK HERE: AMBER15 Pretty Girl Makeup discount code for 25% off PRETTYGIRL: http://www.prettygirlmakeup.com/ About Christina Flach A CEO AND SINGLE MOM: Christina is a single mother with four kids, along with the creator and CEO of Pretty Girl Makeup. Christina and her company have worked with some of the most recognizable faces, brands, and publications, and her company continues to grow. Additionally, Christina is a fashion commentator for the publication Soap Opera Digest. In her free time, Christina enjoys spending time with her two sons and two daughters, whose ages range from 15 to 28.  GRIEF WITH GRACE: As a kid, Christina was with her mother until the very end as she battled cancer. In 2006, her infant son passed away on Christmas morning. In 2018, Christina’s husband, professional tennis player Ken Flach, succumbed to sepsis. Through her grief, Christina found a new purpose. Along with being a CEO and mother, Christina spends her time spreading awareness of sepsis and sharing her battle with grief, and teaches others how to smile in the face of tragedy.  Connect with Christina Instagram: @ChristinaFlachMakeup | @prettygirlmkup Twitter: @Prettygirlmkup Website: christinaflach.com | prettygirlmakeup.com Facebook: Christina Flach | Pretty Girl Makeup About Amber Shaw Amber is a Body Transformation Expert, Founder of The Wellness Revolution, motivational speaker, and NBC Health and Wellness Coach. Having built a lifestyle that allowed her to embrace work, children, exercise, and well-balanced eating habits, Amber now works with helping and coaching women to achieve the same level of serenity and empowerment through a sustainable way of living. Connect with Amber Instagram: @msambershaw TikTok: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com Facebook: Amber Shaw