We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Coach Robin Renee. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Coach Robin below.
Coach Robin, so good to have you with us today. We’ve got so much planned, so let’s jump right into it. We live in such a diverse world, and in many ways the world is getting better and more understanding but it’s far from perfect. There are so many times where folks find themselves in rooms or situations where they are the only ones that look like them – that might mean being the only woman of color in the room or the only person who grew up in a certain environment etc. Can you talk to us about how you’ve managed to thrive even in situations where you were the only one in the room?
Through the years, there have been so many times that I’m the ‘only one’ in the room. I stay true to who I am because it gives me the confidence to effectively articulate and express myself while communicating with others in the room. It also gives me comfort knowing that I am good enough as a person, even if I’m by myself in the room. Experience has taught me how to be selective with what I’ll engage with while being the ‘only one’ in the room. It has also taught me to be more objective in my decisions. I’ve also learned to adjust my eyes to see who sees me and not see who doesn’t see me.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
I’m a Wellness Warrior and Pilates Teacher. I curate safe wellness spaces where Black bodies can freely breathe, move, and thrive. My mission is to Educate on natural care of mind, body, and soul; Encourage mindful movement; and Empower you to be well. I have been an active fitness enthusiast since childhood and a wellness professional since 1989. I have educational and professional experience in social services, mental health, domestic violence counseling, addictions treatment, fitness training, naturopathy, outdoor adventures leadership, wilderness medicine and Pilates.
I help people realize their own potential for helping themselves, through encouragement and motivation to conquer challenges in order to achieve desired changes. I believe that wellness is a right for all, not a privilege for the few. I also believe that sustainable self-care is essential for a well-balanced life. It’s imperative to ‘Take Time to Take Care of You!’
As a Pilates Teacher, I’m excited about introducing a healing modality to populations that have little to no knowledge about it. It’s exhilarating to witness people being able to do something that they either thought they couldn’t do or were previously challenged with. I make my classes more accessible through virtual sessions. So, people are able to join us from the comfort of their own space. For more information, please visit our website: www.coachrobinrenee.com.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Integrity, authenticity, and remaining teachable. When I’m faced with a challenge, first I determine the possibility of me achieving it. Has it been done by another person before? Then, I determine the probability of me achieving it. Do I have or can I obtain the right resources for it? Lastly, I determine the likelihood of me achieving it. How interested am I in investing the time and energy to achieve it? Give yourself some grace to learn and find your stable footing. When you find your comfort zone, assess the qualities that you want to improve first. Then, develop a game plan to execute.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
I’m looking for companies, corporations, employers, managers, and supervisors to partner or collaborate with. I want to help them invest in their staffs’ wellness accounts, by providing practical self-care resources that they can implement to improve their overall wellness and productivity. I can be reached at: [email protected].
Contact Info:
- Website: www.coachrobinrenee.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachrobinrenee
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachrobinreneeR
- Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/coach-robin-renee-2254542a2
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/CoachRobinRenee
Image Credits
K. Stewart Photography; Coach Robin Renee
