Meet Mariah Joy | Artist, fitness trainer, & wellness enthusiast

We had the good fortune of connecting with Mariah Joy and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Mariah, do you have a favorite quote or affirmation?
My favorite affirmation is I am light. It’s my favorite because it’s simple but holds so much meaning. There’s so much beauty in simplicity. Light is so powerful but it can also be soft, alluring, direct, calming, & entertaining. I’d like to think of myself as fireworks and strobe lights. I exude light! My favorite quote is “when the student is ready to learn the teacher will teach”
Very simple but extremely powerful.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Who is MariahJoy? Before anything I’m human but also multi dimensional. I’m a singer, songwriter, composer, fitness trainer, & wellness enthusiast. A Jane of many trades just finding myself & who I want to be in this world. I started writing music when I was 12 & I’ve been singing since I was 7/8. I’ve always been in some sort of limelight. Fashion shows, pageant shows, dance recitals,& talent shows. I’m mostly proud of how resilient I am as a person & an artist. I’ll be the first to say life has definitely knocked me down multiple times. I’ve dealt with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, every day life stuff, heartbreaks, major L’s financially I mean the list goes on but I’ve NEVER stayed down & that’s why I always prevail. Everything happens for a reason & I’m grateful for the trials and tribulations that are preparing me for my future. I’m excited to see where I take my career from this point forward. With everything I’ve learned these past few years I feel so much more confident about myself, my craft, & my capabilities. 2023 reminded me to be very intentional about what I want in life, who I want to be, & what I want to create in this world.

As far as my fitness journey It’s become my lifestyle. A little over 3 years ago I went to the doctor for a regular check up only find out that had some serious health issues forming. The doctor told me If I continued down that path I’d be asking for some serous trouble. So that day I made my choice to change my life forever. I was 223lbs when I started my weight loss journey & in 5 1/2 months I lost 76lbs eating clean & working out everyday. It became my lifestyle!
As of today I am now a certified personal trainer with nutritional values. I’m currently on a break from training to focus more on evolving my mind, body, & soul. Learning how to balance everything in my life has been quite the challenge. Truth is you’re not much of service to anyone if you can’t help yourself consistently which is a vital lesson I’ve learned. Hard work & Consistency beats talent but imagine what you can accomplish with both. Don’t ever give up on yourself especially when they count you out!

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I honestly don’t have any favorite spots. I’m pretty adventurous so I’m always open to trying new things. I love nature so parks are always my vibe. We would more than likely roller skate, go to the spa, paint, get creative, & go to brunch. I’m usually down for anything except the club. I’ve never really been the clubbing type. Other than that as long as it’s fun, safe, & food will be there I’m always in!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My family always supported my vision even when they didn’t understand it. Especially my mom she’s my right hand & I’m forever grateful for that. I have a few teachers that always spoke life into me & my dreams as well. Shoutout to everyone who believes in me and treats me like the superstar I know I am. I appreciate all the support.

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