Today’s featured Fierce After Forty Alumni, Amanda, is a woman whose life is full of the traits she defines herself- honest, kind, and adventurous. She carries these words with her as she has begun to rebuild her life from the ground up, building a new business, supporting her clients and children, selling and purchasing a new home, and navigating transition in several areas of her life.
While in transition, she has grand plans for her future, including spending more time walking trails, traveling, sailing, biking, and volunteering. She’s also passionate about history, preservation, and stories from the past about people who had little to no voice. If time allows, she hopes to return to archaeological digging or research.
Amanda’s Spark shines brightly, reminding us it’s never too late to start over, change your perception of yourself, or follow your passions.
To learn more about her story in her own words, continue reading below.
On a Mission to Thrive
“To me, fierce means aggressive energy with a focus on my personal growth.“
“To be honest, I don’t feel innately fierce. Circumstances were thrust upon me and I just had to keep moving forward to carve a path for myself and my loved ones. After 32 years of marriage and three children, I was blindsided by divorce. Everything changed overnight. I was broken. I wanted to be available for my son and minimize changes to his life so I started a business from home and connected with my community. I suppose this is where the ferocity kicked in. I am on an intense mission to thrive.”
Life Lessons From a New Decade
“I am proud of myself for overcoming the loneliness and confusion that happens after manipulation, deception, and financial subterfuge.”
“Since entering this decade in life, I’ve learned I am easily duped, but I’d rather remain open, honest, and loving than turn bitter, and fraudulent. I am stronger than I realized and it’s important to surround yourself with genuine people who help lift each other up.”
The Meaning of Being a Woman Over Forty
“I want others to know that to be a woman over forty means one can craft a new career, pick up hobbies, make friends, and learn new skills. Life is still precious.”
“Like it or not, we are often judged by our physical appearance. To pretend it doesn’t happen, doesn’t help me feel better. This photography session made me feel beautiful and strong. The experience was immensely fulfilling and the photographs serve as a wonderful memory. They act as a touchstone reminding me that I made it through the darkest, scariest, saddest months of my life. There is light and I felt lightness with this project and every time I look at the images.”
Reflecting on Her Spark Session
“My Spark Experience helped fuel my tank and keeps me going forward- moving, producing, and loving.”
“My Spark Session photographs say I’m quirky, sexy, flirty yet elegant too. I know I’m beautiful inside and now I really believe it.”
“For anyone on the fence about booking their own Fierce After Forty Experience, I encourage you to take the leap. There is no downside. Lindsay and her team are loving and supportive.”
The Fierce After Forty Project, designed by Show Your Spark Photography Studio, seeks to highlight powerful women over Forty through photography and storytelling. In doing so, we inspire countless other women to embrace and celebrate their journey, bodies, and power – no matter their season of life.
If you want to show off your After Forty Fierceness, contact us today!
Remember, you are powerful, courageous, and one of a kind! Show Your Spark!
Here’s what to expect when you contact us!
- Schedule a free consultation call to have all your questions answered and start planning your Spark Experience.
- Select a Spark Session date that fits your schedule. (Studio located in Braintree, MA)
- Rock the session like the bright light that you are, and create beautiful, tangible artwork to inspire you for the rest of your life.
Remember, you are powerful, courageous, and one of a kind! Show Your Spark!
