When Rock Bottom Becomes the Root of Rebirth
Meet a gut health coach with a name as bold as her mission: Funky Guts Coaching.
But don’t be fooled by the playful title, Kris’s story is one rooted in real struggle, real fear, and a real desire to make a difference.
After years in the software testing world, a redundancy changed everything.
For many, it would’ve been the end of the road. But for Kris, it was the beginning of something raw and radically different.
She had a deep calling: to help women heal their guts and, in doing so, help them reclaim their energy, confidence, and peace.
The idea was clear, the passion was real but the sales?
That was the scary part.
Living off savings, Kris had to face a terrifying truth: if she didn’t start earning, she might have to rent her home and move into her van.
That’s how high the stakes were.
And still, the fear of putting herself out there, the fear of selling kept her small.
When Purpose Meets Paralysis
You’d think that someone with a clear vision and a killer 6-week program called “Gut Healing for Lazy Legends” would be unstoppable, right?
But here’s the thing: building a purpose-led business isn’t just about programs and packages.
It’s about facing your own inner resistance, your fears, and the messy emotions that come with chasing your truth.
Kris had leads.
She had interest.
She had people cheering her on.
But every time she got close to making the sale, she froze.
The “friend zone” became her safety zone.
Follow-ups felt too pushy.
Confidence felt out of reach.
And money?
It felt like the scariest topic of all.
Still, she pressed on.
She knew that healing starts from within and that includes the gut and the mindset.
Healing Isn’t Always Pretty But It’s Always Worth It
Her program isn’t about green juices and unrealistic routines.
Gut Healing for Lazy Legends is about keeping it simple.
It’s for the tired, the burnt-out, the bloated, the overwhelmed.
It’s for women who want to feel better but don’t want to overhaul their whole life to get there.
Kris is proof that you don’t need to be fearless, you just need to be brave for five seconds longer than your fear.
And even though she’s still finding her rhythm with sales, she’s showing up.
Every lead she follows up, every uncomfortable conversation she dares to have, it’s a rebellion against the fear that once held her hostage.
She’s living proof that you can start again—even when you’re scared. Even when you’re broke. Even when you’re unsure.
Because when your work comes from your gut?
It speaks to the gut of others.
And that kind of alignment?
It’s unforgettable.
The Gut Knows the Way
At Reignelle, we believe stories like Kris’s are the ones that spark real change not just in health, but in business, bravery, and how we show up for ourselves.
If you’ve ever felt stuck between a past that no longer fits and a future you’re scared to step into—take this as your sign.
You’re not alone.
You’re not broken. And you’re not too late.
You’re just at the edge of your next chapter.
Follow Kris and her bold, belly-based mission at @funky_guts_coaching.