From Wall Street to Wellness: Navigating Career Changes and Motherhood with Ellie Morris

Summary: In this episode, Jen sits down with Ellie Morris, a wellness entrepreneur and former Wall Street professional. Ellie shares her journey from studying applied mathematics at Columbia University to working on Wall Street and eventually transitioning into a stay-at-home mom and wellness coach. The conversation dives deep into the challenges of balancing career and family life, how Ellie navigated her identity as a mother, and her experiences as an entrepreneur. Ellie talks about her realization that her children, once viewed as blockers, became her greatest motivation, and how this shift helped her grow personally and professionally. This episode offers inspiring insights into how to align personal passions with motherhood, while embracing personal growth and transformation.

Key Discussion Points:

• [00:01:00] Intro: Welcome Ellie Morris – from applied math to Wall Street to wellness entrepreneurship.
• [00:02:00] Career transitions and balancing motherhood with a desire for professional growth.
• [00:03:30] The journey from math major to stock exchange to software engineering.
• [00:05:30] Feeling disconnected in New York and transitioning into a wellness career.
• [00:07:00] Becoming a stay-at-home mom and starting a wellness business.
• [00:08:30] Building an empire in wellness and the difficulties of entrepreneurial life.
• [00:10:00] Transforming the view of children from blockers to motivators.
• [00:12:00] Overcoming resentment and finding purpose through motherhood.
• [00:13:30] The value of having a coach as an entrepreneur and mother.
• [00:14:30] Reflections on hitting business goals and trusting the process.

Key Takeaways:

• Embrace the shifts and changes in life, even when they don’t align with the original plan.
• Personal growth is often found in balancing career aspirations with motherhood.
• It's okay to ask for help—having a coach or mentor can help provide clarity and direction.
• Reframe children as a source of motivation rather than a hindrance to success.

Connect with Ellie:

• Instagram: @simply_nourished_w_ellie

Connect with Jen:

• Instagram: @letyourselfbloom_withjenbanks
• Jen's Website