The entertainment industry was completely shut down and Claude was out of work, making her depression even worse. After a year of searching for a new job and fighting for her mental health, a beauty direct sales opportunity found her, and she hurriedly jumped on board. Claude quickly rose up the ranks and found herself at the top of the sales and recruiting reports month after month.
Claude has expanded her business into online life and wellness coaching, after she herself healed her body and lost over 20lbs despite doctors telling her it was impossible. She realized she could help women do the same and help them elevate their lives in all areas. Her Glow Up With Claude Coaching Program has grown quickly in just a few months and has already helped over 40 women regain control of their lives! Dennis Postema: What drove you down this career path?
Claude Racine-Valinsky: For eighteen years, I danced professionally. When COVID hit, I was a new momβmy son was only nine weeks oldβthe dance industry shut down, and I was suffering from debilitating postpartum depression and anxiety. I was suicidal for over six months after having my son. I jumped right in and it took on a life of its own, and then I started helping other women with skincare and makeup.
We connected on Instagram Live every day, and it helped me. It was amazing. Dennis: When did you realize you had postpartum depression? What were the signs?
Claude: When you have a baby, your body releases many hormones. In the beginning, the hormones put you into a euphoric state. Three days after I gave birth, it hit me like a ton of bricks. All of a sudden, I had debilitating anxiety. My heart rate would speed up for no reason. I was worried. About what? Not sure. You need to get out of the house. After that day, I spent every hour of my waking life either worried about the future, with severe anxiety, wondering what life was going to be like, or I was sad and mourning my old life.
