Rachel Santschi’s Advice for Women Pursuing the Career of Their Dreams

It’s time for a little Behaviorist brag because seriously, when I look at this amazing lineup of women I get to work with on a daily basis, I have to pinch myself!

Rachel Santschi, our sports expert and all around go-get-’em enthusiast, has worked really hard to get where she is today—a reporter for the San Antonio Spurs and a sideline reporter for Fox Sports Southwest. It’s taken years of effort and determination to get there, but Rachel didn’t give up. She knows what she wants, and with a spirit of ineffable adventure, she pursues her dreams.

January 27, 2016May 16, 2016

Wellness Wednesday: ADVENTURESOME

For our last Wellness Wednesday of the month, Rachel is sharing a deeply personal story about a childhood trauma that’s affected her life. When I first read her story, I couldn’t believe what had happened to her because looking at her now, she comes across as an accomplished, confident, and stunningly beautiful woman. I would’ve never guessed that there was long history of pain and struggle behind her.

But that’s what I love most about our Behaviorists and about all women. We can come from completely different backgrounds, experience completely different struggles, and have completely different views of the world, but in the end, none of those differences matter. By embracing these stories—our own and those of our fellow women—we gain the strength, wisdom, and compassion necessary for inspiring change.

Read on to find out more about Rachel’s personal journey and why she’s now able to fully embrace her adventuresome spirit.

January 20, 2016February 16, 2016

Wellness Wednesday: ADVENTURESOME

I’ve been seeing this quote pop up a lot on my Instagram feed, and I love that Rachel’s chosen it for one of our Wellness Wednesday quotes. It seems particularly apt right before we jump into our Mommy Makeover Contest. The five other participants and I will definitely be pushed out of our comfort zones over these next few weeks.

Before I share my personal S-M-A-R-T (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Bound) goals for the contest, I want to be completely honest. I’ve always been an avid runner. I ran every day up until a few days before I delivered. I eat well (aside from my one cup of creamy coffee and my daily piece of chocolate). Nevertheless, I’ve always been under the “muscle memory” myth that for those of us who work out every day, we should bounce back within a few weeks. I was like, I got this!

January 13, 2016January 13, 2016

Wellness Wednesday: ADVENTURESOME

I haven’t shared this with many people. I really can’t tell you why, but I can tell you that I’m looking forward to no longer allowing it to rent space in my brain (and maybe deep down, in my soul too). I was sixteen when I won a national modeling contest. That part most of you know. But the purpose of this contest was to find and encourage more Hispanic models in the industry. And for the year that I held my title, I traveled with the contest’s main sponsor and listened to derogatory remarks behind closed doors about Hispanics.

January 6, 2016January 5, 2016

Wellness Wednesday: ADVENTURESOME

Welcome to our first Wellness Wednesday post of the month and of the New Year! Our featured Behaviorist for January is Rachel, who’s chosen “adventuresome” as her theme word. We’re so thrilled to have Rachel on Team MB. From her first interview with us back in September to her latest melt-in-your-mouth fudge recipe, Rachel has shown that she’s game to try anything, especially in pursuit of self-growth and personal development. And as you’ll quickly learn after spending any time with her or reading any of her posts, she’s passionate about supporting women and creating a community that lifts each other up and pushes each other to be our best selves.

Today Rachel shares why she’s chosen “adventuresome” and what this theme word brings to her life.