I see comments on social media and in my inbox every day where women of all ages, sizes and backgrounds are saying things like “I wish I had her confidence” and “I wish I could do that”. So many people are dealing with body issues and think they can’t live their life to fullest until they’re thinner, fitter, more successful… but the reality is that you might be letting these things hold you back from living life now.
Do you question your worth, your abilities, or your strengths? Do you shy away from opportunities, avoid wearing things you want to wear because you think you can’t, hide from the mirror or even shy away from being in photographs with your friends and family? It’s okay, you’re not alone. Just a few years ago, I refused to be in a family photo because I was so unhappy within myself and didn’t want that captured on film, I dreaded going swimming and only wore things that hid my body (not the things I wanted to wear). Now, things have changed.
Imagine what your life could be like if you took a chance on yourself and put yourself first. You can have that confidence, do the things you always wished you were brave enough to do, and I want to help you. I truly believe that we all need to show our selves love, respect and care. Empowering others is a passion of mine, and I would like to run workshops around New Zealand to help women become more body confident so that they can take that next step towards accepting themselves for who they are, embracing their bodies for how they look, and start living their best life. I’ve already run two workshops in Auckland in partnership with my friend Tarryne from Change One Woman, and now I would like to take body confidence workshops around the country.
To be able to do this, to help women who want to be more body confident and start living a life of awesomeness, I need your help. I’ve applied for a scholarship to go towards the travel, accommodation and admin costs that come with bringing these workshops around the country. This will help keep the costs of attending the workshops to a minimum, meaning the more places I will be able to visit and the more affordable it will be for you! I can’t wait to meet you and share my journey with you.
If you’d like me to visit your town, leave me a comment to let me know where in New Zealand you’re from. That way, if I am chosen to receive the scholarship, I will be able to start making travel plans! But first, I need you to head over to the AMP People’s Choice Facebook app and vote for me by hitting the big blue VOTE FOR ME! button.
UPDATE: Unfortunately I didn’t get a scholarship but I am going to be running my workshops anyway. Sign up to my newsletter to find out more when I release more info.
Thanks for your support, I can’t wait to meet you
I’m in Pahiatua but Palmerston North would be close enough, we need you to do your thing here! Good luck!
I am definitely planning a Palmy trip! Make sure you’re signed up to my newsletter to stay posted xo
Would love to see you in Gisborne! Really hope you recieve a scholarship!
Fingers crossed, thanks Kristin! xo
Hi Meagan, I’d love to attend a workshop run by you! What a brilliant thing to envision. I like it!
Thanks Rachel, whereabouts are you?
Voted! Please come to Wellington. I’d be first in-line to see you, dragging a few of my beautiful friends who could do with a bit of your positivity in their lives!!!
Aw thanks lovely xo
I think this is amazing! You should be proud that you have become a role model to a lot of people. You definitely got my vote! I think every woman at some point in their lives have questioned our worth and abilities. I sure do and I’ve experienced such a low self-esteem growing up but it can definitely be overcome. Good luck and I know you will be great!
Thank you so much for your support Angela! It really is something that affects most women during their lives and I’d love to help them see what great things can be in their future! xo
This is such an inspiring thing you are doing! Wish I was in NZ to be able to vote for you! <3
Thanks Kelsi! If you have any friends or family in NZ that might be interested in what I’m doing please share this with them! xo
Good luck Meagan! I am going to vote right now. I truly hope you win because I think this is something so crucial to a girls self esteem!
Thanks Analesha, fingers crossed!
Please come to Wellington! I love your confidence and just to learn a bit from you would be amazing! Go you helping others, I feel a lot of women would learn a lot from you! You are truly inspirational!
Wellington is one of my favourite places! Thanks Hannah xo
Voted – Would love to see you in Christchurch! 🙂
Christchurch is at the very top of my list, looks like a lot of people want me to come down! Thanks for your support Anna xo
Blenheim / top of the sunny south would welcome you if able to visit Megan
I can always do with a spot of sunshine! xo
Voted!
I love that women support in women is becoming more and more common. Being unhappy in your own skin can be debilitating and affect other parts of your life. Being confident on one area of your life can give you confidence to tackle other parts of your life or skill that you want to improve. Thank you for being such a positive role model. xx
Thanks Genie! It really is one of those things that can affect so many aspects of your life. Thanks so much for your continued support xo
Megan this sound fabulous and id love to meet you xx I’m in Morrinsville but Hamilton would be a fantastic option 😘
Thanks Rebecca, I’ll add that to my list! xo
Voting done. 🙂 . Wishing you well. I would love you to come to New Plymouth and/or South Taranaki
Thanks Lynne, it’s been so long since I was in Taranaki, I really must come back soon! xo
GO MEAGAN!! Im so incredibly proud of you xxxx
Thank you darling xo
Timaru….. all high school girls and parents and mothers of any age and size need this knowledge. Go you 😀
I absolutely agree Jocelyn! Would love to share this message with future generations xo
I am so excited for this as much as I try and fool myself into being happy as I am I need some empowering. Live in Oamaru but would totally travel to Christchurch or Dunedin to take part in this. Good luck sweets you’re an inspiration
Thank you Kirsty, I’d love to come down there – Oamaru is so beautiful! xo