Hi Everyone! I'm Maria, the creator of With Love Maria - a space dedicated to living intentionally, creating a life that feels nourishing, and doing it all with love.
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My journey to this point hasn't been linear. Actually, it's been much more like a winding path of unlearning, learning, experimenting, and reconnecting with what truly feels good.
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For much of my life, I didn't understand the concept of balance. I thought "health" meant pushing harder, eating less, and chasing goals that looked good on paper but didn't always feel right. I found myself in a constant cycle of spending late nights out, binge drinking, and chasing social approval when deep down I know it wasn't truly me. Add in the exhausting cycle of HIIT classes, endless cardio, and yo-yo dieting, I felt like my lifestyle wasn't sustainable or fulfilling.​
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I knew something had to give so I started really small. I began with curiosity towards the ingredients in my food and learning how to properly fuel my body without restriction. Around the same time, I started exploring movement that actually felt good and met me where I was. Moving my body became less about burning calories and more about connecting with myself. It felt gentle, yet powerful, and for the first time ever, exercise became an act of love.
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I started to see how much of my wellbeing came from the little things - slow mornings, intentional routines, meaningful conversations, and surrounding myself with what felt true. Wellness became less about perfection and more about creating a lifestyle built with love. A lifestyle that supports me, not drains me.
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That’s the ethos behind this space: With Love. It's a reminder to live intentionally. To move, eat, rest, and create space from a place of compassion towards yourself. It's about listening to your body, slowing down enough to notice what feels good, and building a life that feels like yours. If anything, I hope my story inspires you to find your own joyful rhythms and to embrace them wholeheartedly with love.​
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