Hi, I'm Dani. Welcome to Glow & Grow Anyway!

Originally from Bulgaria, I moved to the United States in 2002 and have called the Washington, DC area home for over two decades. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in three major industries: hospitality management, IT, and language teaching. Life hasn’t always been easy, though. I’ve faced two divorces (now I can say, thankfully, without kids), multiple kidney stone surgeries, and years of battling a fibroid (due to a doctor's mistake) that severely affected my health. To make matters worse, I became so anemic that I couldn’t walk without assistance, and for a time, I was confined to a wheelchair or a walker.

These chronic health issues left me bedridden for three years, and during that time, the weight kept piling on. The physical pain, combined with the isolation, led to a deep depression. In the summer of 2024, I had finally had a successful fibroid surgery, which, along with the vitamins and minerals I needed to take in order to recover, helped me regain my strength little by little. Though I could finally walk again, the journey wasn’t easy. I was still dealing with obesity, a terrible knee pain, and shortness of breath that even walking a small distance left me exhausted.

In January 2025, I was approved for Mounjaro, and while the progress has been slow, I’ve started shedding some pounds. I'm also considering bariatric surgery as an option, since I’ve seen how dramatically it can improve one’s quality of life. If that doesn't happen, I’m open to continuing Mounjaro long-term, as it is at least helping me keep things manageable.

Alongside these health battles, the uncertainty of my job as a government contractor pushed me to find other ways to make an income. Teaching Bulgarian seemed like a perfect fit, but the market was so limited that it felt like a dead end. So, I turned to online content creation, determined to build financial independence while continuing to navigate chronic illnesses. Through this journey, I’ve found peace in self-reflection, prayer, meditation, and affirmations.

Now, I’m inviting you to walk this road with me. If you're facing similar struggles, feeling stuck, or wanting to make a change in your life, let's join forces. Together, we can rebuild, recover, and rise toward a better future!

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Testimonials

"Working with Dani has been a life-changing experience. After turning 40, I felt like I was stuck in a rut—battling chronic health issues, anxiety, and the overwhelming weight of life's challenges. But through the powerful resources on Glow and Grow Anyway, I’ve been able to take charge of my life again. I’ve learned how to prioritize my health, rebuild my confidence, and embrace my personal growth. Her programs helped me shift my mindset, and now, I feel empowered and ready to thrive. I never thought I could feel this strong and hopeful again, but here I am—rising to new heights!" ~ Tanya

"Working with Dani has been a life-changing experience. After turning 40, I felt like I was stuck in a rut—battling chronic health issues, anxiety, and the overwhelming weight of life's challenges. But through the powerful resources on Glow and Grow Anyway, I’ve been able to take charge of my life again. I’ve learned how to prioritize my health, rebuild my confidence, and embrace my personal growth. Her programs helped me shift my mindset, and now, I feel empowered and ready to thrive. I never thought I could feel this strong and hopeful again, but here I am—rising to new heights!" ~ Tanya

"Working with Dani has been a life-changing experience. After turning 40, I felt like I was stuck in a rut—battling chronic health issues, anxiety, and the overwhelming weight of life's challenges. But through the powerful resources on Glow and Grow Anyway, I’ve been able to take charge of my life again. I’ve learned how to prioritize my health, rebuild my confidence, and embrace my personal growth. Her programs helped me shift my mindset, and now, I feel empowered and ready to thrive. I never thought I could feel this strong and hopeful again, but here I am—rising to new heights!" ~ Tanya