Today we’d like to introduce you to Anne Menik. Them and their team share their story with us below:
Anne is the founder and creator of Essential Anne and Women’s Wellness That Works.
Holistic. Inspirational. Empowering.
Anne was disabled as a result of infertility and major digestive problems in 1994. Two ectopic pregnancies and several bowel obstructions required the surgical removal of part of her small intestine and undergo emergency hysterectomy. Some of the health conditions she experienced were dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps and heavy bleeding), dumping syndrome (chronic diarrhea) and anemia. She had a total of 8 surgeries which left her dysfunctional, depressed, and hopeless. During her painful ordeal, she questioned her faith and mortality. Anne made a conscious choice to shift her thinking and commit to living for herself and especially for her daughter.
In order to heal herself and begin life anew, Anne committed herself to the practice of Alternative and Holistic Health, a commitment and practice which has continued for over 26 years.
She has used various disciplines throughout her years of alternative and holistic healing; yoga, tai chi, qi-gong, acupuncture, Ayurveda, myofascial massage, meditation, breathwork, visualization/guided imagery, and energy healing from Master Healers. Once Anne incorporated fitness and positive thinking with her healthier diet, and lifestyle, her symptoms ended in 2 1/2 months.
As part of Anne’s successful healing process, she continues to work on her personal & spiritual growth by being in service and contribution to women’s wellness. Anne is an expert in women’s wellness addressing hormone, digestion, breathing and emotional wellness. Anne’s many disciplines and unique approach to mindfulness, awareness and enteroception are the foundations of guiding women to gentle and effective Integrative solutions to a woman’s wellbeing.
Anne has spent a lifetime dedicated to a number of women’s health concerns driven by her incredible and awe-inspiring experience of surviving numerous life-threatening surgeries and rehabilitation challenges. Anne knows wellness and understands women. She is proud to share Women’s Wellness That Works on her YouTube Channel and Instagram @essentialanne.
Anne worked as an Independent Consultant with the JW Mariott Spa, Stirling Club at Turnberry Towers and Red Rock Country Club Fitness in Las Vegas, NV where she designed a successful Yoga for Golfers program from 2009-2012 and can be translated into any sport. She owned and operated Yin Yang Yoga from 2008-2012 and co-founded and co-owned MitchAnne’s Yoga and Tai Chi from 2004-2008. In 2005, she created a Holistic Fertility Therapy Program for women to manage the stress, pain, and mood swings accompanied with fertility treatments at Nevada Fertility Center, Las Vegas. She was an Instructor in Beginners/Intermediate Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yoga for Couples/Families, Yoga for Golfers, Mat Pilates, Gentle Tai-Chi/Qi-Gong, Meditation and Guided Imagery, Fertility Therapy, and Energy Healing; specializing in Relaxation Therapy, Effective Breathing Techniques, and Yoga for Menopause. She is a Buteyko Breathing Practitioner. Anne created the Women’s Wellness That Works Program to share alternative/holistic/integrative/ scientific, factual and experiential information on Digestion, Hormones, Breathing. Relaxation Aromatherapy, Telemedicine Functional Breathing Specialist, Breathing Wellness and O2 Yoga at Aviara Centers.
Anne graduated in Sedona, AZ from Professional Dahn Healer School Program, Certified in Holistic Fitness Practitioner/Energy Healer, Hatha Yoga RYT, Certified in Pilates by the American Aerobic Association (AAA) and International Sports Medicine Association (ISMA), Member in good standing of the International Yoga Association and Completed Choice Center -Worldwide University Personal Effectiveness Leadership Program; Certified in Yoga for Golfers with Katherine Roberts YFG Program; Certified in Hormone Yoga Therapy, doTERRA Essential Oil Specialist. Double Certification in Oxygen Advantage (Buteyko Breathing).
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
I have overcome many challenges and obstacles in my 27 year healing journey which continues to this day. I had to overcome the grave disappointment of my infertility. I felt I was less than if I didn’t conceive or that I was broken. I longed for a child desperately. It consumed my mind and body 24/7. I thought having a baby would “complete” me as a woman. I realized my body was not able to carry a baby full term with the numerous surgeries I had.
Through my infertility journey, I had to overcome depression, anxiety,, PTSD and suicidal thoughts. I was insecure, I no longer trusted doctors or Allopathic Medicine. I switched my practice from taking half a dozen medications to alternative and holistic therapies through desperation to heal my body. Not realizing I was also releasing a negative mindset and environment, a toxic marriage, and limiting beliefs, thus healing me mentally and spiritually. I had to overcome physical pain after numerous life threatening surgeries back to back. I was in excruciating pain daily, 24/7 for several years. I literally had no life while living in isolation. After years of Acupuncture treatments, I joined a yoga/Tai ch/Meditation Healing Center. I overcame my physical body pain shorty after practicing for 2 1/2 months. My Master said to me, “Now that you have healed yourself, you can heal others.” After continuing my personal and physical challenges, 2 years later I became a Yoga Instructor and Energy Healer.
My challenges continued as I still wanted to Be a Mom. The Universe provides what you need at the right time. I happily adopted a newborn baby girl. She is now 24 yrs old and in Law School. I maintain and support my ongoing digestive and hormonal challenges with a team of Holistic and Functional practitioners, being Vegan, practicing Yoga, using Essential Oils and Breathing Exercises. My emotional well-being is my most important healing. My positive mindset is due in part to Louise Hay’s Book, “You Can Heal Your Life.”
As you know, we’re big fans of Essential Anne. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
I AM Essential Anne, CEO/Founder of Women’s Wellness That Works. I AM a Women’s expert in Digestion, Hormones and Breathing.
My purpose is to inspire, empower and guide women in their self awareness so they can BE responsible for their health, happiness and well being. I interview women who have a story to share. Every women has HERSTORY. I share their trials, tribulations and triumphs. Women are resilient and powerful and they have a voice to inspire, motivate and impact millions with their stories.
My show Women’s Wellness That Works creates a welcoming, safe and comfortable space for women to share HERSTORY to inspire and empower women in their health, happiness and well-being.
Through my health challenges and healing journey, I share my wisdom to support women who are struggling with physical pain, emotional health and more.
I Love ❤️ being a Woman and connecting with Women. We are the foundation of our families and communities, We are natural healers, caregivers, multi taskers, Goddesses and Queens. Women place themselves Last! I remind them they are worthy to BE FIRST ALWAYS, they are beautiful, and powerful!
I am an Advocate for Women’s Health in mind, body and spirit. Women are Creators of Life! We owe it to ourselves to focus on our self care, our divine responsibility.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
You Can Heal Your Life – Louise Hay Four Agreements- Don Miguel Ruiz
Mastery of Love – Don Miguel Ruiz
Essentialism
SHE BOOK 1 & 2
Clarity and Connection by Yung Pueblo
Inward by Yung Bueblo
Grain Brain – Dr. David Perlmutter
Food Fix- Dr. Mark Hyman
All books on Hormones by Dr.. Christian Northrop
Podcasts: Dr. Joe Dispenza | Jay Shetty | Beene Brown | Oprah | Gabby Bernstein
Contact Info:
- Email: Info@essentialanne.com
- Website: info.essentialanne@gmail.com
- Instagram: @essentialanne
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/info.essentialanne/
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCyrjozMrbVGQS_AS9CiCteA
Image Credits:
@imagesbylea
