678. Beauty Standards, Mental Illness, + Imposter Syndrome: Rising Through Pain with Mari Llewellyn

In this episode, Mari Llewellyn shares her inspiring weight loss story and how she turned her pain into a flourishing wellness business with her supplement line, Bloom. Mari + Krista unpack topics like beauty standards, depression, and the challenges of being in the public eye.
Ahead, Mari shares her battles with mental health, the unintended side effects of medication, and the struggle to balance her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Krista opens up about her experiences with anxiety and personal evolution.
Together, they reflect on the pitfalls of college life, the regret over wasted time, and the redemption found in self-awareness and healing. As ambitious women, Mari + Krista take us through their intense approach to health, wellness, career, and living authentic, meaningful lives.
We also talk about:
- Navigating public perception + undoing internalized shame
- The correlation between substance use + mental health struggles
- The interplay of fantasy + escapism in coping with reality
- The fear of failure + pressures of maintaining success
- Confronting past behaviors + setting boundaries for the future
- Facing beauty standards in different social contexts
- The role of spirituality in personal + professional life transitions
- The importance of self-awareness in overcoming hardship
Resources:
Instagram: @marillewellyn
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[@briannastitsworth7327]

I loved how raw this episode was. Everyone is going through their own journeys and it’s okay if it looks different from other people’s. So many wise things were said that stuck to my mind and I can’t wait to utilize some of this information and implement it to my own self-awareness journey.

[@nataliel809]

Love this podcast 🫶 so raw and real ❤

[@bbaby4646]

This is my favorite pod to listen to at work. I relate to both of you ladies so much! So awesome to know one of the faces behind Bloom. I haven’t tried it yet, but now I will.

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