WHY DID WE PICK MELANIE?

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SHE HAS BEEN A CHAMPION OF WOMEN IN THE COMMUNITY

From founding a nonprofit with a mission to help female business owners improve and scale, to starting the mosaic district which houses eight female entrepreneurs to becoming the new Executive Director of Ladyboss Lifestyle, an organization that started to strengthen the presence and power of women in the Midwest business community, Melanie has made it her mission to support women.

2.

SHE IS DEEPLY INGRAINED IN THE COMMUNITY

In addition to everything listed above, Melanie has started a handful of other businesses during her career and is currently the founder of Mosaic Interior Design. All of these experiences have allowed her to make countless connections in the community.

SHE PLACES A HIGH PRIORITY ON WELLNESS 3.

Throughout the years, Melanie has been very vocal about her former struggles with addiction, anxiety and self-sabotage. Through those struggles, she has found a renewed sense of purpose and shares her steps for betterment with those around her.

About Ladyboss Lifestyle

Ladyboss Lifestyle, formerly known as Ladyboss Midwest, is an organization founded to connect and empower women through digital and in-person events, creating community for and with women. Ladyboss Lifestyle offers events like their yearly retreat, monthly events and connection opportunities through their weekly podcast, online community, newsletters and social media platforms.

Did you know?

Ladyboss Lifestyle

Group on Facebook has 9.5K members and a total of 20k followers/ subscribers across all platforms.

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Health Hacks For Fargo

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WHEN IN DOUBT, SWEAT IT OUT.

"I'm obsessed with hot yoga. The class has to be at least 95 degrees and nothing is more soothing for my soul—and my body—than a good Bikram or Vinyasa flow. Hot yoga feels more like a good therapy session than a workout, especially in the winter. Right now, my favorite places to go are Yuj Yoga and Indigo Bloom Yoga & Wellness."

Did you know?

3.

LIFT WEIGHTS.

"As a woman, I used to worry that I would bulk up if I lifted heavy weights. I'd do all the cardio, which was fine, but I noticed how much quicker I hit my fitness goals when I included weights in my regime. I used to be intimidated but I downloaded an app that shows me exactly what to lift and helps me track my progress when I'm working out at the Y Downtown."

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2.

SPLURGE ON GOOD SKIN CARE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.

"I used to buy cheap facial products. The year I became Mrs. North Dakota International 2020, I decided that I would take the time to learn what was best for my skin. I went to Fargo Center for Dermatology and their team put together the perfect plan for my skin. I could immediately tell the difference and I felt so much more confident wearing less makeup."

4. REST. REST. REST.

"Learn how to be still. In the last number of years, I've been practicing 'active rest'. It's difficult for me to sit still and do nothing. By turning off the screens and reading a good book, or taking time to journal, my body is still but my mind is occupied. It helps center my mind so that I can be present when I need to be."

FIND A FRIEND OR COMMUNITY WHO CAN SUPPORT YOUR GOALS.

"I used to think that I didn't like group classes. Turns out, I'm much more likely to stick to whatever I'm doing when I had even just one person who knows my name or can hold me accountable. I also push myself harder when I'm able to celebrate small wins with someone else. I love the community and vibe at Fly Fitness."

Fly Fitness

"I love the community, the coaches and the vision behind Fly. It’s never about competing with the person next to you, but instead it’s about believing that all ships will rise together. I also love that it’s downtown."