From NASA Scientist to Holistic Trailblazer: Mayim Vega's Boundary-Breaking Journey

In this inspiring episode of The Boundary Breakers Collective, host Helena Demuynck welcomes Mayim Vega, a former NASA computer scientist turned holistic healer. Mayim shares her transformative journey from a tech-driven career to founding ARUKA.com, The Holistic Life Academy. She delves into her mission to empower medical professionals and holistic-minded individuals through her holistic healer certification program, which integrates naturopathic herbalism, life coaching, and online business strategies.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Mayim's Transition from NASA to Holistic Healing: Challenges of leaving a stable career at NASA to pursue entrepreneurship. The personal health crisis that catalyzed her shift to holistic healing. Founding The Holistic Life Academy in 2009.
• Empowering Others Through Holistic Education: Designing certification programs for doctors, nurses, and non-medical holistic enthusiasts. Combining scientific knowledge with holistic practices to address personal and professional well-being. Achieving time, location, and financial freedom through holistic entrepreneurship.
• Overcoming Societal and Professional Boundaries: Navigating a male-dominated field in computer science and later in holistic healing. Strategies for breaking inner glass ceilings and redefining success on one’s own terms. Balancing professional ambitions with personal responsibilities as a mother of nine.
• Holistic Health and Wellness: The importance of nutrition, herbalism, and lifestyle adjustments in healing. Addressing B12 deficiency and managing stress through holistic methods. Teaching children to embrace their unique gifts and skills beyond societal labels.
• Family and Personal Growth: Homeschooling nine children and integrating adopted family members. Using family challenges as opportunities for collective growth and resilience. Instilling values of openness, trust, and self-healing in children.
• Integrating Masculine and Feminine Energies: Balancing technical skills from her computer science background with feminine qualities in holistic healing. Embracing cultural influences from her Filipino heritage to empower women. Encouraging women to take on leadership roles and perform exceptionally in various fields.

Highlights: 

• Mayim’s Personal Story: Overcoming a severe health crisis without adequate support from the traditional medical system. 
• Holistic Healer Certification: Insights into Mayim’s comprehensive program that equips individuals to become effective holistic healers.
• Family Dynamics: Managing a large blended family while running a successful business, emphasizing teamwork and mutual support.
• Empowerment Message: Encouraging women to pursue their passions, break societal barriers, and create unique paths to success.

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.Arukah.com 

https://www.MayimVega.com https://www.youtube.com/arukah https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arukah https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayimvega

https://www.facebook.com/mayimvega

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https://www.instagram.com/arukah

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