Motherhood, Loss, and Leading with Gratitude

Christina Flach joins Amber Shaw on The Wellness Revolution Podcast to discuss motherhood and gratitude.

San Francisco Bay Area celebrity makeup artist Christina Flach appeared on The Wellness Revolution Podcast for a candid conversation about her journey as a mother and CEO — touching on gratitude, resilience, and why self-care is a non-negotiable, not a luxury. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

A Mother’s Role in the Family

As the saying goes, “happy wife, happy life” — Christina believes something similar holds true for mothers within a family unit. When a mom is struggling, the whole family often feels it too. She sees this not as a burden, but as a beautiful responsibility.

Choosing Gratitude

Christina reflects on how nothing in life is guaranteed. Being grateful for the time spent with loved ones who have passed, she explains, is ultimately a choice — just as choosing happiness over sadness or misery is a choice, even amid life’s hardest moments.

Advocating for Your Own Health

When it comes to health, Christina emphasizes that no one will advocate for you as fiercely as you can for yourself. If something feels off, she encourages listeners to demand to be heard and treated, rather than dismissing their own instincts.

Self-Care as a Non-Negotiable

Christina’s philosophy is clear: caring for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential. When you take care of yourself first, she explains, you show up as a better version of yourself for everyone who depends on you, especially your family.

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