Hormone and Gut Health Expert, Anne Celestin

I was lounging on my studio balcony in Hawaii, soaking in the ocean view, when it hit me. It was my day off, but not just any day off. After nearly a year as a travel nurse, my contract had ended, and finding a new one was tougher than expected. That’s when I decided to dive into coaching. I had just gotten certified in transformative nurse coaching, but starting out was a challenge.

I threw myself into a community volunteer project, dedicating three days a week to giving back. The rest of the time, I was either hustling to get my coaching practice off the ground or enjoying the beautiful island with visiting friends and family. I also organized an emotional wellness workshops for women, even though I hadn’t landed paying clients yet.

Then, something clicked when I started coaching a woman who came to my workshop, for free. The satisfaction I got from helping her find her path was incredible. It reminded me why I chose this path—to truly connect and make a difference in people’s lives, especially in their health journey.

It also reminded me of my desire for more time and flexibility to volunteer and help people in a deeper, more meaningful way. Moments like these, sitting on a balcony overlooking the ocean, feeling deep peace and satisfaction, became even more precious.

That’s when I stumbled upon Functional Medicine. It felt like everything fell into place, perfectly complementing my coaching approach. Functional Medicine gave me the tools to support people disappointed by conventional medicine, offering them renewed hope.

That moment on my balcony was a turning point. It solidified my belief that I was meant to do more than traditional nursing—I was meant to guide people toward better health and wellness through coaching and Functional Medicine.