My Story
Hi, I’m Franziska Maria — short Fran.
I’m a Mentor, Facilitator, Ultra Runner and Bavarian woman who once lived a life that looked good on the outside…
but didn’t feel right on the inside.
I grew up in Bavaria, surrounded by nature, tradition, and the stories of my ancestors. A lot of love & wisdom. But also many expectations of who I should be.
I tried to follow a “safe” path: Social Work, Philosophy, a secure job. I tried to be what others needed — even when it drained me.
Working as a Social Worker in the UK showed me the truth:
We repeat the old stories until we choose a different path.
I saw trauma passed through generations. I felt pressure, fear of failing, stress, exhaustion.
I lost myself. Didn’t know what next.
Then I took my first step — literally. I started running. Running became my initiation.
Into a different life. My own.
I trained in NLP & Life Coaching. And in Systemic Constellations. This work helped me to let my own old stories go & reconnect in a deeper way to my own roots. And I discovered a clarity & strength through it that I never knew I had.
And one New Year’s Eve, sitting by a fire, I asked my ancestors to help me create and live a life that felt truly mine. I heard a different voice in me. And I listened & followed.
I left a marriage that had become too small.
I ran my first marathon in Mexico — in sandals.
I ran my first Ultra in the USA – in sandals.
I followed my intuition, step by step, even when it made no logical sense.
These long runs showed me:
You can go beyond the old life. Go so much further than you thought. When you listen to your own inner guidance & take steps from there. Even when you can’t see yet where they will lead.
Taking my own steps led me to meet my now husband. We met while running. We trusted our paths that led us to meet deep in the Copper Canyon in Mexico. We said YES to this life together. And now we are married, deeply in love & supporting each other in creating a life that fulfils both our visions.
And I now help people to do the same. To take your life back. Make new decisions aligned with who you truly are. Rebuild your energy & trust. Get clear on what really matters to you. And life this life fully. Whether that’s you alone or both you & your partner together.
If you feel it’s time to fully start living your own life, no matter what that looks like, I am here. Let’s create it together.
