Today we’d like to introduce you to Anya Ware.
Hi Anya, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
This year it is exciting to celebrate 20 years in business! Beginning at the age of seven years old I prayed that I would have my own business, love what I do and make lots of money doing it. My faith has always been an integral part of who I am, and I believe there are no limits to what I can do just as Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me.”
I am an author, business owner, minister, podcaster, producer, singer/songwriter, talk show creator-host, and visionary. After earning my undergrad degree, I moved home and thought I will just work a minimum wage job because I was tired of school and opted out of furthering a career in physical therapy.
One day while working I heard the voice of God audibly speak to me and said, “go back to school.” Long story short, I finally surrendered, got instructions, went to massage therapy school, and graduated debt free! The moral of this story is, to do whatever God speaks to you as he tells you, you will never regret it.
I founded A Soothing & Comforting Touch Massage Therapy, Inc., and I began helping clients gain relief from pain and stress through massage therapy in the Greenville Mall in Greenville, SC. But I knew there was more to give, so once again under the instruction of God’s voice, I went back to school and received my master’s degree.
Since then, the business has evolved into Anya’s WELLness where holistic healing of the body, mind, and spirit in the capacity of massage, counseling, and spiritual nurturing occurs. With a servant’s heart, I continue to encourage and empower others locally, regionally, and internationally, not only through services offered at Anya’s WELLness but now through the books I have written Eyes Open and my e-book Holistic Healing the Fuel to Successful Living (both available in-store and on Amazon). It is because I am a professional woman of integrity that I am still standing in business today.
Recent accolades include being awarded “best of” in the industry of massage in Greenville, SC; featured as a headliner for the Black CEO Impact & Revenue Conference; as a speaker for health summits; interviewed by some of radio’s finest on Rejoice 96.9; awarded listing in the Biltmore, Cambridge, and Marquis Who’s Who and featured in magazines and editorials such as Ava Smith & Associates, Miz CEO & Hollingsworth Park.
I truly enjoy helping others and this year officially launched my foundation Anya Cares which serves the elderly, youth, and homeless. “When you have done it to the least of these you have done it unto me” is the motto.
To learn more visit: www.anyaswellness.com
Email For Booking: itsanyaware@gmail.com
To purchase her book: https://bit.ly/EyesOpenbyAnyaWare
FB: @anyaswellness & @allthingsanya
For Retreats Info Contact: (864) 598-3016
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It has not been a smooth ride for me. When I started this business, it was hardly any black women that were in this industry, and even more, unheard of as business owners. It was always challenging not having access to the same resources as my fellow colleagues or businesses in this industry. But I did not let that stop me. I have persevered for the last twenty years to fulfill my dream.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about ANYA’s WELLness?
Anya’s WELLness is a place of integrity and healing. We provide holistic healing services for the body, mind, and spirit in the capacities of massage therapy, psychotherapy, and spiritual nurturing. When you experience body aches and stress our massage will rejuvenate, exfoliate and invigorate you to return to the place where healing never runs dry.
We specialize in neck and back pain improving elite athletes’ ability to perform and endure through stress reduction and pain relief. We are known for spoiling our clients with versatile therapeutic treatments. We not only provide care and comfort for your body but also for your mind and spirit.
Our professionals listen and help guide you on the path to clarity by uprooting the traumas of this life through counseling and spiritual mentoring services. Our desire and hope are that you live your best life, wholistically. Our care and customer service for each of our clients help us stand out beyond the rest.
The warm soothing and comforting touch of Anya’s hands has continued to be the talk of the town. It is our hope that customers and clients recognize that when they enter into Anya’s WELLness we are providing them with sustenance to have a successful life wholistically.
For information about our, Holistic Retreats call us at 864 598-3016
Have you learned any interesting or important lessons due to the Covid-19 Crisis?
During the Covid-19 crisis we were shut down, but I did not allow that to stop the vision. I had to shift my business mindset from just brick and mortar to virtuality as well. I had already started thinking out of the box sort of speak before 2020 ever happened.
But when it did happen it just confirmed for me that I was on the right track. Through it, all Anya’s WELLness is still standing and ready to partner with more local businesses to provide the people of the upstate and surrounding areas the best health holistic healing will provide.
“Come to the place where healing never runs dry!”~Anya’s Wellness
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.anyaswellness.com
- Instagram: @anyaswellness
- Facebook: @anyaswellness
- Twitter: @anyaswellness
- Youtube: @Anya’s WELLness
Image Credits
Jessica Kirksey
