What if the very pain you’ve walked through was preparing you for the impact you were born to make?
In this powerful episode of Her Purpose, Kindra sits down with English Black—physician assistant, founder of The Curated Aesthetic, and a woman who turned her pain into purpose. After nearly two decades in medical dermatology, English broke free from a broken system and built a seven-figure aesthetics business in just one year—without compromising her values, her time, or her soul.
She shares her journey from a chaotic childhood marked by addiction and emotional abandonment… to building a life and business defined by integrity, healing, and radical authenticity.
Whether you’re in healthcare, dreaming of launching your own thing, or just in a season of rebuilding—this episode is your permission slip to believe in yourself again.
We talk about:
- Breaking away from toxic systems and starting over
- Creating a business that empowers rather than exploits
- Navigating substance abuse, family trauma, and loneliness
- How follow-up is the secret sauce in both business and relationships
- What it really means to lead with love and live in purpose
💬 Ready to be inspired? Hit play and let this conversation show you what’s possible when you stop settling—and start building something that truly reflects who you are.
Keywords
entrepreneurship, aesthetics, empowerment, patient care, self-care, personal growth, business success, connection, overcoming adversity, women in business
Takeaways
Breaking even was not the goal; exceeding expectations was.
The importance of creating a safe space for patients.
Empowering women is at the core of the practice.
Self-care has evolved from material to emotional well-being.
Building a business is about solving problems for clients.
Follow-up is crucial for patient satisfaction and trust.
Creating a unique experience sets a business apart.
Overcoming personal struggles can lead to professional success.
Connection with clients enhances their experience.
Empowerment comes from understanding and meeting individual needs.
Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Entrepreneurship
03:09 Transforming Patient Care
05:58 Empowerment Through Aesthetics
09:01 Overcoming Adversity
12:07 Finding Purpose and Authenticity
15:11 Creating a Supportive Environment
17:57 The Impact of Personal Experience
20:58 Redefining Beauty and Self-Worth
25:43 Understanding Beauty Standards and Self-Perception
28:42 Building a Patient-Centric Aesthetic Practice
32:29 The Journey of Learning and Mastery in Aesthetics
36:54 Overcoming Personal Struggles and Finding Purpose
44:46 The Meaning of Love and Connection
47:38 Empowering Women and Future Aspirations
Aligned & Ascending is an 8-week space where I help you get clear on your next step, your message, your offers—all of it—so you can stop second-guessing everything and actually build the purpose-driven business you’ve been thinking about.
So if you’re craving clarity and momentum—and a business that feels like you—DM me the word ALIGN on Instagram to get all the info.
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