Why I invested my Masters Degree

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It was on my heart to pursue even more perspective, insight, knowledge, and experience so that I could provide an even better experience for this community and all of my clients

When I wrote my essay to get into the masters program I was nervous to tell them about my vision thinking I might be judged or ridiculed but throughout the entire experience, the opposite was true

I was supported for the work I had already done in my psychology bachelors program and then encouraged throughout my masters program to keep the focus on the mission

It was really amazing how much support I got from fellow classmates and professors, especially with how often i challenged the norm of “diet culture…all in….body positivity”and interpretations of sport and psychology within the field that have been perpetuated for clinicians to promote to clients which I feel really went against the counseling ethical code and expectation of client autonomy…

So the support and openness of colleagues really allowed me to fulfill my intention of bridging the gap

I had classmates tell me that I helped them see bodybuilding differently and learn about it which was soooo rewarding to hear

A big issue in the field is how often competitors and athletes have to defend or explain themselves which is why I do believe the service I offer, along with my personal experience and growth through competing, is unmatched

I hope to continue bridging the gap and providing this space and service to the fitness community so that people can really see and know that you actually CAN achieve your fitness and physique goals while maintaining and improving your mental health

If you’d like access to any of my free resources or to explore how we can work together CLICK HERE

 let’s #BUILDMORETHANJUSTABODY 

Clip from @nicoleferrierfitness podcast september 2022!

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