LIMITLESS ATHENA SIMPSON

By Christian Shane Dougherty

Where did you grow up and were you interested in food, health and an active lifestyle at an early age? What made you decide to go vegan?

I grew up in Colorado and was into the rave and rock scene in the late 90’s. I was a different person back then, working at a radio station and big into the music party environment, constantly working, caffeine and little sleep. That being said, I was not educated on organic food or the benefits of healthy eating.

I have been vegan for six years. I became really interested in how food reacts and charges up your body – without including meat. The results were amazing, and I felt no void – I have not looked back!

“I felt alone, overwhelmed, stuck and like a failure. I had anxiety and put my self-care last. I had no idea what happiness looked like for me. I discovered the key is redefining what success looks like by reprogramming myself. I have coached and mentored hundreds of people to find clarity on how to find their own version of happiness and to cut their working time by up to 50% without affecting their income by unlocking their hidden productivity skills.

Stop sacrificing your life to other people and things. Take control of your life.”

Who, or what, keeps you motivated? Inspires you?

Motivation comes from staying focused, maintaining your wellbeing and getting good sleep. I have created a routine to get better sleep to combat any type of anxiety. And, looking back at my old lifestyle – not living “life” – I knew there was more out there. Surrounding yourself with people that inspire you is key.

Tell us a bit about your exciting new program Unrestricted.

Unrestricted is a movement to redefine success and ask ourselves what our lives could be like if we stopped paying attention to the norms and started blazing our own path? It is delivered through a podcast that interviews inspiring women who are living life on their own terms through challenges to help people redefine how they view their own productivity. And, an upcoming book and masterclass that helps you learn the habits, skills and techniques to optimize your life and redefine success on your own terms.