A Journey to Kindness, Drive, Balance & Energy
Do You Need KDB ENERGY® in Your LIFE?
Do you find yourself constantly overwhelmed, struggling to strike a balance between work, family, and personal well-being? As a mother of twins, business owner, yoga teacher trainer, and former insomniac, I’ve experienced the challenges of maintaining equilibrium in a hectic schedule. My journey, rooted in a decade-long career in the Entertainment industry, has led me to a profound realisation about the importance of self-care, kindness, drive, balance, and energy.
Thriving on Challenges: A Relentless Work Ethic in the Entertainment World
In the demanding world of show business, where surmounting challenges became customary, I thrived on a relentless work ethic. Working as a professional dancer, I willingly embraced rigorous physical trials during performances, subjecting my body to gruelling challenges during contracts. This approach, acquired over time, involved persistently pushing through, considering demanding challenges as the ultimate achievement – be it conquering my marathon, completing the full Tough Mudder, or attaining my certification as a Les Mills Body Combat instructor.
From Exhaustion to Energising
As a creative spirit, I embraced diverse roles, even venturing into production and management. This drive took me across the globe, working on exciting projects and contracts. While exhilarating, the constant hustle proved physically and mentally draining, especially during my 2-year engagement as a choreographer in Clarke Quay – Singapore’s Entertainment Capital. Reflecting on those times as I coach and teach people now, I cringe, remembering how I survived on extremely minimal sleep, now understanding the toll it would have taken on my well-being. This stark contrast to the feedback from my clients today, expressing how my yoga classes have transformed their sleep experiences, emphasises the transformative nature of my journey.
Transformation & Well-Being
Admittedly, as an adrenaline junkie, always searching for adventure or a new challenge – I even completed the World’s Highest Bungy Jump – from the Macau Tower in Macau. Looking back, I saw ‘ticks on my bucket list’ as how I viewed myself and how much I could achieve. The birth of my identical twin boys became a huge turning point in my life, prompting a transformative period marked by diastasis recti repair surgery and a commitment to mindset therapy and physical retraining. This journey led to significant lifestyle changes, including adopting a plant-based diet and abstaining from alcohol for four years. As a 300 HR Specialist Women’s Yoga Teacher, I’ve guided hundreds of women on their wellness journeys, earning recognition as the Pre/Post Natal Trainer of the Year at the Scottish Health & Fitness awards. Amidst business growth, a pivotal moment struck when I questioned why I wasn’t extending the same care to myself. Recognising that I am my own ‘ideal client,’ KDB Energy® was born. Along with a mix of my initials – each letter represents my core values, and it felt like destiny.
Led by Core Values
Focused on core values – Kindness, Drive, Balance, and Energy – I prioritise extending KINDESS not only to clients but also to myself. DRIVE, my formidable strength, requires a delicate balance to prevent burnout, a lesson learned through personal experience. BALANCE, both in body and mind, remains a fundamental principle, acknowledging that one cannot tip the scales without consequences. ENERGY, the heartbeat of my passion, influences every aspect of my coaching, creating a holistic approach to well-being. Being invited to deliver a stress-reduction and well-being workshop to staff in NHS Grampian was a profoundly impactful moment. During the workshop, I candidly shared with them that a decade ago, I used to survive on adrenaline, resorting to ‘Night Nurse’ to force myself to sleep. This transparent sharing underscored the tremendous transformation of my journey, reinforcing the importance of the core values that now guide me (and others) – Kindness, Drive, Balance, and Energy.
Utilising my Diverse Experience Personally & Professionally
Drawing from my diverse background encompassing yoga, fitness, dance, choreography, and mindfulness, I carefully craft my offerings to connect with clients in a relatable, down-to-earth manner. I’ve genuinely lived through the experiences – struggling with sleep deprivation, navigating high-pressure professional roles, facing postnatal isolation, or striving to harmonise various aspects of life. I openly admit to being overly critical of myself, and while I guide my clients toward self-compassion, I am consistently working on cultivating it within myself. By authentically sharing my ongoing journey, I actively engage with my clients, becoming a true companion in their paths to well-being.
Energise & Restore Membership: International Clients
KDB Energy®’s membership programme, ‘Energise & Restore,’ offers a sanctuary for inner peace, allowing women to practise yoga on their terms, promoting flexibility and convenience. The exciting aspect of the online offering is its ability to reach people worldwide. I received a humbling comment from one of my clients in India: “I’ve done a few different styles, from online to one-to-one sessions here in India, but none of them have given me the calmness of mind that I’m getting from your sessions, Katie.”
Diverse Offerings
With a wealth of experience spanning different facets of the industry, I’ve stepped into various support roles, realising the connection between them all.
What do all these people have in common?
From dancers, professional performers, pre and postnatal women, fitness enthusiasts, to entrepreneurs—the undeniable need for de-stressing, relaxation, and balance connects them all. Whether preparing your body and mind through the life-changing pregnancy journey or working towards a dance competition, training for a dance college audition, or rehabilitating on a postnatal journey, or even rehearsing within a professional show to keeping yourself calm and composed during a business meeting, the emphasis lies on controlling mindset with practices like breathing techniques, affirmations, deep inner work, and stress reduction. The KDB Energy® Academy goes beyond traditional boundaries. With its upcoming array of courses and coaching, it aims to further diversify unique offerings, showcasing an innovative and holistic approach.
The Lesson
In conclusion, my journey has taught me that true success lies not only in achievement or constantly adding ticks to my bucket list but in finding a sustainable balance fuelled by kindness, drive, balance, and energy. Let’s collectively bring energy into our lives and transform our approach to well-being.
Find out more about Katie’s offerings at www.kdbenergy.com or join ‘Energise & Restore’ membership here: KDB Energy Academy Membership | KDB Energy Academy (teachable.com)
Check out my podcast, ‘Bringing the Energy’ Bringing The Energy (audioboom.com)
