At BrilliantRead Media, we always strive to bring meaningful and powerful stories from India and around the world to empower and motivate our growing community. As part of this endeavour, we invited Sapna Gupta for an exclusive interview with us. Sapna is a Holistic Health & Wellness Coach and an Influencer. Let’s learn more about her background, journey and her advice for our community!
Excerpts from our exclusive interview with Sapna:
Could you please talk us through your background and your journey?
I hold a postgraduate degree in English literature and have honed various skills, including baking, cooking, mehndi art and many more. For the past 20 years, I dedicated myself to being a homemaker yet deep within, there was always a burning desire to do something meaningful-something that would make me independent and allow me to contribute to society. However, I couldn’t see a clear path forward.
But today, I stand as a wellness and health coach living my passion and fulfilling my purpose. I have transformed my aspirations into reality proving that with determination and the right mindset no DREAM is out of reach.
How did you discover your passion?
I have always been an energetic and talkative person, drawn to an active lifestyle. However, my health took a severe toll when I suffered from sciatica and a major slip-disc issue. My life became a nightmare- I was unable to walk, unable to perform even the most basic daily tasks. I was bedridden trapped in unbearable pain. It was during this phase that I truly realized the value of good health. Desperately I prayed for a way to heal completely.
That’s when I met my mentor RAKHI AGRAWAL under her Guidance I transformed my health experiencing a recovery I once thought was impossible. This journey made me wonder – how many others are suffering just like I did, unaware that simple lifestyle and dietary changes can heal their bodies? That realization ignited a fire within me. I knew I had to spread this message create awareness and help others reclaim their health.
At that moment I discovered my true passion – to heal people through a holistic approach and guide them toward a healthier happier life. And that’s how my mission began.
Despite the challenges, what keeps you going when things get tough?
Challenges? There were plenty. The biggest one was that I had no identity in this field after so many years of doing nothing professionally people simply didn’t believe in me. Even my closest friends doubted my abilities because they had always taken me for granted. I am a simple down to earth person who dislikes pretences. At one point it felt impossible to make people understand my vision- no one was willing to trust me.
But as they say “Where there is a will there is a way. The guiding light in my life my mentor RAKHI MAAM saw the potential in me when no one else did she believed in me telling me “You have that spark” and I chose to trust her faith in me. I started overcoming obstacles step by step.
I went back to studying earned a Diploma in basic Holistic Nutrition Management and pursued several other courses to refine my my skills. Slowly people began to trust me.
Today I proudly say that in the age of 45 I started my career and in just six months of my career I have helped heal nearly 20 people through a holistic approach. Challenges will always come but I have cultivated a growth mindset- and with that, I can navigate through any obstacle that life throws my way.
What are the three most important lessons you have learned in your life?
The three most important lessons I have learned in life are:
First, self-belief and self-care are the foundations of success. When you truly believe in yourself and prioritize self-love and self-care you unlock the ability to handle every aspect of life- relationships career and personal growth-with clarity and strength. Happiness begins within and when you nurture yourself everything else falls into place.
Second, never be dependent on anyone-emotionally or financially. Independence is power. It is crucial to have something of your own whether it’s a career a skill or a passion. Developing your hobbies and talents ensures that you always have something meaningful to rely on no matter what life throws at you.
Third, Family is your strongest support system. No matter how close your friends are life journey reveals the true nature of relationships. When you grow and evolve you begin to see who genuinely stands by you. True bonds are tested in moments of transformation. And I’m lucky I have my support system my husband Ajay…who always support me and encourage me.
Beyond these, I have also learned the importance of a growth mindset- continuously learning evolving and always having a backup plan so that life never leaves you stranded. And above all, I have discovered the power of Gratitude. Gratitude has the ability to transform your entire life. When you appreciate every Blessing big or small life gives you even more reasons to be Grateful.
In your opinion what are the keys to success?
The keys to success are many but the ones that truly transformed my life are:
Gratitude: The power of gratitude is unmatched. When you appreciate everything life has given you, you attract even more abundance. A grateful heart creates a fulfilled life.
A Growth Mindset: Success belongs to those who are always evolving. Everyday is an opportunity to learn improve and grow. When you commit to constant learning you unlock limitless potential.
Lifelong learning and skill development: The world is ever-changing and so should you be. Learning new skills ensures you always have a backup plan making you adaptable and unstoppable.
Self-care & Self-love: The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself. Accept yourself as you are love yourself unconditionally and watch your confidence soar. No one can stand by you as strongly as you can stand for yourself.
Good Health: Health is the foundation of everything. A strong fit body fuels a sharp focused mind. When you take care of your health you empower yourself to achieve anything.
Taking full Responsibility: Success comes to those who take charge of their lives. Never shy away from hard work never fear responsibility- embrace challenges and let your actions define your destiny.
The Power of Writing Affirmations: This has been a game-changer for me. When you put your goals dreams and desires into written words you program your mind for success. Writing affirmations creates a deep belief in your vision making the impossible POSSIBLE.
MASTER these principles and success won’t just be a possibility it will be INEVITABLE.
What advice would you give students and young professionals who want to have a successful career?
I may not be the most qualified person to give career advice as I myself have just begun my journey at the age of 44. However, one thing I have learned is that success is not about when you start- It’s how you start.
Whatever you choose to do set your mindset first commit to your goals with all your heart and give your absolute best. Success does not come from mere wishes; it comes from relentless effort, discipline and passion. Stay in a state of gratitude keep your outlook positive and embrace every challenge as an opportunity to grow. Happiness positivity and persistence are the true magnets of success. Walk your path with confidence and success will find its way to you.
I may not have earned great wealth or fame yet but I have earned something far more valuable-BLESSINGS. Seeing people transform their health reclaim their happiness and truly enjoy their lives is the greatest reward I could ask for. Their gratitude their heartfelt blessings -this is what gives me true satisfaction and joy.
Someone says “ Do something so impactful that your name becomes a part of someone’s success story. Inspire in such a way that people don’t just admire you-they aspire to be like you.”
Thank you all for being a part of this journey. The best is yet to come.
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