Meet Tania Martinez

We recently connected with Tania Martinez and have shared our conversation below.

Tania , first a big thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and insights with us today. I’m sure many of our readers will benefit from your wisdom, and one of the areas where we think your insight might be most helpful is related to imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is holding so many people back from reaching their true and highest potential and so we’d love to hear about your journey and how you overcame imposter syndrome.

This is a tricky question. Trickier than the others, but far more intriguing to try and answer.
Imposter syndrome is something I fear I still struggle with, actually. I’m not sure that ever goes away. What I do know for sure is that it’s the persistence and passion for what I do that helps me somewhat overcome this predicament.
Am I good enough? Why would anyone listen to me? Does what I do make a difference? Does anyone even care? These are just some of the questions that cyclone inside my head when I’m feeling overwhelmed. I’m sure I am not alone in this.
I was once told that fear is just excitement incorrectly labeled. That our bodies can’t tell the difference between the two so if we can reclaim it as excitement over fear, we can likely achieve better outcomes. By flipping the script, so-to-speak, it’s a constant practice that I have to actively choose to push through the “imposter syndrome” and shut out the self-doubting inner dialogue. Replacing it with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
So much magic happens on the other side of fear.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

My name is Tania Martinez and I am originally from Taos, NM. I have since lived and worked in Albuquerque for almost 20 yrs now.
Looking back I see that I have always been an alchemist, ever since I was a child. Home remedies were a common practice in our household as so many other families in northern New Mexico. I have a long “herstory” of formulating my own tinctures and extracts for a multitude of uses.
In life, I wanted to pursue purpose and passion over a job or career. I would soon find interest in the beauty industry such as makeup, skin care, hair care, and personal hygiene. I watched my grandmother take such careful care of her skin and body helping her age naturally and beautifully. It created within me this passion for skin care and self care. Out of that, I eventually created my own cleansers, face toners, scrubs and other products for personal use. Following that, I started formulating skin care for friends and family based on their individual needs.
About 7 yrs ago, a friend of mine planted a seed and said thoughtfully how amazing it would be to create my own business by marketing my products to the public. I tried my hand at a couple local markets and I was well received. Fizzy Bee Beauty Co. was born.
Fizzy Bee Beauty Co. is an all natural skin care company located in the heart of Albuquerque, NM. I create these products believing that skincare doesn’t need to be complicated to be effective. I find that using wholesome, natural ingredients keeps beauty simple, safe and healthy in the long run. With no harsh chemical additives, these products are great and safe for all skin types, for all ages. Everything is made in small batches to assure quality and integrity.
I welcome you to the all natural side of self care. Treat yourself to some wholesome indulgences and watch your skin and hair transform to supple, hydrated perfection.
Visit the website at www.fizzybeebeauty.com and follow me on instagram @fizzybeebeauty for news and events.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

I have a zest for research and I love delving into plant medicine and herbology. Plant medicine has always been of intrigue to me and I am a strong believer that everything we need to get well or maintain good health is found from the earth. This area of knowledge and continued education is what helps strengthen the foundation of my skincare business. Reading is where I gain most of my knowledge and I also love getting out to explore and getting hands on. Harvesting my own herbs and learning how to safely process them for different formulations is a fun way to stay engaged and interested.
Having a lust for learning is an important quality and helps us to master skills and sharpen areas of expertise. My advice is to never stop learning, Even when you think you’ve learned all you need to know, that is just the beginning to push further and look for more information. Talk to experts and ask questions, read books and research techniques.

All the wisdom you’ve shared today is sincerely appreciated. Before we go, can you tell us about the main challenge you are currently facing?

As a business owner, it’s important to be a self starter, to maintain focus and continuously reprioritize tasks as they unfold. As a one woman show, and as someone who struggles with ADHD, this can be difficult for me. I have to stay present to remain focused. There are times I am so overwhelmed with work that I get into a.”freeze state” where I just cannot get in gear to accomplish my goals. When this happens, I make itemized task lists so that I can focus on one thing at a time to help not feel so overwhelmed at the “whole picture” and just break it down one task at a time. I also practice breathing techniques and I make sure I am properly hydrated, nourished and well rested to maintain good focus. Self care is more than just skin care, it’s maintaining good nutrition and self nourishment for a healthy mind state. Therapy also helps.
Thank you for taking time to read my story. I hope this can be of inspiration for you.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.fizzybeebeauty.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fizzybeebeauty