Rising Stars: Meet Alysia Pope

Today we’d like to introduce you to Alysia Pope.

Hi Alysia, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’m the founder of PurelyPope (online wellness resource and community), an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Wellness Expert. I’m also the author of Leading with Love, an eBook with a comprehensive plan to be your best, healthiest self. The book dives into my four pillars of wellness, mindset shifts to make in all areas, a seven days plant-centric meal plan and so much more! I live in LA (of course) by way of Chicago, I’m a Midwest gal at heart, but love the sunshine and fully believe weather affects your mood! I’ve found out that the key to life and to health is that we need to be selfish and put ourselves first in all things that we do, and the rest will fall into place. This is what I teach to my clients, with a focus on bio-individuality (everyone is different and needs something different) and all areas of your life, not just diet and fitness. I believe that wellness also encompasses your mental health, relationships, career, movement and more. I believe in wellness that empowers you and lifts you up. You eat well to feel well and you feel well to live well. And above all, I believe we all need to live pure!

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I now run my website, PurelyPope and Health Coaching Practice full time, which I’ve been doing since March 2020. Sound like a familiar time? It’s when COVID-19 hit us all by storm! Turns out, it was a blessing in disguise. At the time, I was still working as the Director of Events at HelloWellness when the pandemic hit. Of course, live events took a huge toll throughout the pandemic and HelloWellness was no longer able to operate without having the ability to host live events. At that moment, I decided I was taking both my website and coaching full time, which I was doing as my side-hustle at the time. To get a jump start on clients, I offered a month of FREE health coaching to anyone who wanted to sign up. I was able to get an immense amount of experience and field research on how I wanted to develop my programs and offerings in the future, as well as develop a new business idea. Being on my own full time has had a ton of ups and downs, but I would choose this and doing my passion every day over any other career.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At PurelyPope, LLC, I’m an Institute of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. Now, what does that mean exactly? As your health coach, I help you not only make goals but achieve them. Do you have a few pounds you’ve been dying to get off? Have made them same resolution for years on end? Just can’t seem to find the motivation to get to the gym? I’m here to help! My philosophy is rooted in mindset shifts and self-love and designed to help you ditch any sort of restrictive behaviors for good. The unique thing about my philosophy is that we won’t just focus on what you’re eating or how much you’re moving, but also all of the other elements that encompass your overall well being. We will cover everything from sleep to career to relationships to spirituality. I will coach you to live the life you have always wanted, without any limitations!

Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
The Daily Stoic: I read a passage from this book every single morning. It gives you a message from the great stoics and breaks it down for you into modern day terms. This book has helped me greatly for focusing on my mindset and knowing at the end of the day, it’s truly the only thing I can control. The Five Minute Journal: Another book I used every morning, The Five Minute Journal has truly made such a difference in my life. It’s complete with an inspirational quote each morning. Then, you’re prompted to share three things you’re grateful for, three things that would make the day great + a daily affirmation. At the end of the day, you reflect. It’s changed my outlook on life + made my days 1000x better. What I know for Sure by Oprah: Need I say more?! Essentially these is life lessons from Oprah with little stories on all different areas of life – love, career, health, etc. – I BLEW through this book. It was a gift to me from Tanya Zuckerbrot & I could never thank her enough.

It’s my favorite thing to gift people by far. The Ride of a Lifetime by Robert Iger: From Bob Iger, the CEO of Disney, this book is INSPIRING. Bob Iger is a leader in the truest form and dives into his journey from working an entry-level position to making it to the top of one of the largest companies in the world. You learn practical lessons throughout the way, as well as amazing leadership skills to follow. When I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m Dead by Jerry Weintraub: Jerry Weintraub was the producer of Ocean’s Eleven, The Karate Kid and managed artists such as Elvis Presley & Frank Sinatra. He came from and grew up in the Bronx and made his life what it became through his hard work and persuasive nature. He never doubted himself and always threw himself right in + learned on the job. This is a page-turner chalked full with a TON of amazing life and business lessons.

Pricing:

• 14.99 – Leading with Love eBook https://purelypope.com/leading-with-love/

Contact Info:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.purelypope.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelypope/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PurelyPope
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5S_FkTrP4EUOjiirfRlRoA