Meet Elizabeth Wangugi, the self-described "Business Witch Doctor" who's revolutionizing our approach to wellness through innovative experiences like nap concerts. In this deeply insightful conversation, Elizabeth shares her remarkable journey from morbid obesity to wellness entrepreneur, revealing how her 120-pound weight loss opened her eyes to the profound connection between chronic burnout and physical health.
"Obesity is a mental disorder that takes physical shape," Elizabeth explains, challenging conventional wisdom about weight, stress, and healing. Her company, Exclusive Excursions, creates transformative wellness experiences designed to "invade spaces with feeling" – specifically the calm, rest, and moderation our burnout culture desperately needs. What makes her approach truly revolutionary is her philosophy of "finessing capitalism for activism," using business as a vehicle for systemic change rather than perpetuating harmful productivity myths.
Elizabeth earned her unusual title when clients couldn't articulate exactly what transformation occurred through her work – they simply knew healing had happened. This mystery speaks to the deeper wisdom underlying her approach: that genuine healing often transcends easy categorization. "I can come and put healing in your environment where you need it," she says. "Everything else is God's mystery."
For those seeking to incorporate Elizabeth's wisdom into their lives, she offers three guiding principles: curiosity, willingness, and discipline. Together, these form the foundation of patience and sustained change. Perhaps most powerfully, she champions radical self-love as the foundation for everything else: "Nobody loves me the way I love me. I'm my sweet baby, and I really spoil me."
Ready to reimagine your relationship with rest, work, and wellness? Follow Elizabeth Wangugi's journey and discover what's possible when we prioritize genuine healing over quick fixes and productivity obsession. Contact her at thebusinesswitchdoctor@gmail.com to bring transformative wellness experiences to your organization.
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