WellnessWoman 40 and Beyond...Different Backgrounds, Same Journey

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Featured Wellness Woman

MONIQUE STONER ATLANTA, GEORGIA

At the age of 16, Monique Stoner was a young mother, unemployed and almost homeless. At her wits’ end, Monique decided that she would not allow her circumstances to define who she was. Monique learned to tap into her personal power and strengthen her faith and trust in God. While it has not always been easy, Monique has made it through and has managed not just to survive but to THRIVE. Monique Stoner…an inspiration and a Wellness Woman. Lynnis: What is your definition of a Wellness Woman? Monique: Wellness is a state of optimal wellbeing where a woman is focused on maximizing her full potential. Wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth in which a woman makes deliberate CHOICES to enhance the quality of her life. It’s also a life-long journey of learning how to thrive by enhancing yourself physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

opportunity, don’t begrudge them. Use them as stepping stones of elevation to grow and be successful through whatever challenges that comes. They come to increase your knowledge and skill set.

Lynnis: What do you do or say to inspire others along their journey towards wellness?

Monique Stoner is a MASTER STRATEGIST with 24 years of experience as a business leader. In addition to delivering DYNAMIC speaking and leadership development programs, she is an EXPERT in coaching and training mid-sized and small business owners through motivational, interactive empowerment events and one-on-one consultation. Monique has a Master’s in Business and Psychology. She has two grown sons and resides in Atlanta.

Monique: I encourage others to use every life experience or circumstance as a learning

Visit Monique’s website www.moniquestoner.com

Lynnis: What have you learned along your personal journey towards wellness? Monique: Personal Power: I have learned that my inner strength and confidence has given me personal power. It has allowed me to accomplish goals for myself.

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