They are the people I’m dancing with in silly videos, the women I post funny photos with, and those in my life who have long talks with me after our classes or online in my groups. They are the ones who make me laugh so hard I cry, and the ones who make me laugh when I’m crying!
They are also the people who challenge me, who bring me back to reality, or who inspire me — professionally and personally.
WE ALL NEED COMMUNITY HELP AND A SUPPORT NETWORK X
Many I’ve never even met in real life, who encourage me with their words while we stay connected from screen to screen.
WE'RE IN ALL THIS TOGETHER
Finding my tribe has been a process of finding a whole lot of people who don’t belong in my tribe, and holding on to the ones who do. It’s making sure the people I’m surrounded by are positive and loving, who don’t bring others down, and are supportive of me. Finding your tribe is important, too! It’s about knowing why it’s important, which qualities to look for, and where to find it.
What are the important qualities in your tribe members?
FOR ME - Mainly in my groups is to ensure SAFE ZONES where everyone can be themselves without fear of being judged or repercussion.
Why It’s Important to have a safe zone:
I really think that the people around us can have a large impact on how we view the world, how we view others, and how we view ourselves. BUT being able to be YOURSELF and still be championed and cheered for is probably one of the best feelings in the world. Those who bring out the best in you, are people who BELONG in your tribe x
The Qualities of a Good Community HUB
It may vary a bit for everyone, but some of the basic ones should be;
Look for honesty, kindness, and some sass! (always sassiness!) You should feel comfortable and vulnerable around them, and you should love them without judgement as well. It should leave you feeling strong and empowered.
Where to Find it
Your tribe may have members you found within your family, through school, at work, or online. It may include a lot of people, or a few amazing people.
It’s not about quantity, it’s about quality.
However, I know a lot of people struggle with finding the people in their life that they can be vulnerable with. Laugh with, and feel connected to.
IT'S THE REASON I CREATED THE MEMBERSHIP
Yes I help to elevate fitness; nutrition; mindset; coaching as it's my business model.
But providing a place where people can be seen, and heard and have a place they can call home is definitely one of the reasons I created the Membership and why I put such an emphasis on the community aspect in my programmes.
I built so much of my tribe with the people I connected with online through my struggles after having my kids/hashimotos/menopause/lockdowns.....etc!
It’s awful to feel isolated and alone, and so to find the people you can be vulnerable with, who will hold you accountable, and have YOUR BACK is not easy. If you haven’t found it yet, we have it in my membership programme!
I’d be lost without my tribe. I need to feel silly and sassy and strong and vulnerable. I need to build others up, and feel supported by those closest to me.
I’m so lucky that I’ve found my tribe, not only in the people I know in real life, but in all of you. The people who follow me, who read my blog, who reach out to me, and who send me positive messages all the time (I screenshot those and save them so I can read them when I’m feeling down).
My tribe helps me to see the world in a positive way, and to view myself in a positive light as well.
What are the important qualities of your tribe members? I’d love to hear them!
Thanks for being a part of my tribe!
PMA always!
Natalie
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