I’m also a mother, wife, yoga teacher, perpetual traveler, and creative thinker.
I love to explore new directions and work in different mediums.
I’m Asi Efros
Life Coach, Educator, Speaker,
Writer, and Journalist.
My passion is sharing what I know and inspiring others to follow their big dreams
What I Do:
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Teach purposeful creation
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Enable positive change
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Provide spiritual guidance
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Promote healthy lifestyle
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Cultivate mindful community
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Host inspirational podcasts
My Story
Our stories matter, because they contain the transformation. There are no 'overnight successes'. We put in hard work, we make sacrifices and we consistently show up through it all. I share my story with you to show you what it looked like at the very beginning.
The fear, the imposter syndrome, the uncertainty. I've been there!
And I'm here to tell you:
"You can do it too!"
Throughout my 30-year career in fashion, I’ve enabled many people to operate at their highest level and achieve their big dreams.
I know a thing or two about having BIG dreams.
Ever since we came to this country, I’ve been living the American Dream. Having immigrated in 1989 from the formal Soviet Union with my husband and 4-year-old son, I’ve achieved everything I wanted in my creative pursuit, career, business, family, and community. I traveled to 34 countries, held leading positions in various fashion houses, became an expert in several categories and disciplines, and had the privilege to mentor hundreds of people.
In 2019 I left the fashion industry to solely focus on educating in the ways of purposeful creation, healing, and well-being. Ever since, I’ve been a life coach, mentor, speaker, and creator of the mindful community. I invite you to join me on the journey of conscious and purposeful creation.
"Learn to live and create with purpose"
How it all began
I remember being utterly intrigued by my grandmother's old Singer sewing machine, its moving elements, its sound, and the creations it produced.
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I spent a lot of time with my grandma cooking amazing meals, embroidering handkerchiefs, sewing dresses, hand-knitting, and growing flowers and vegetables in our summer garden.
Creativity seemed to seep from her pores. it's her wisdom, willingness to teach, and gentle guidance that inspired my belief—my world had to revolve around creativity and education.
"You are a creator, nourish your talent every day."
Becoming a fashion designer
Before I knew it, garment design had become my dream, and I took every opportunity to grow my skills. I enrolled in drawing classes, signed up for sewing courses, and started making dresses for myself, my family, and my friends when I was just twelve years old.
I studied fashion design in St. Petersburg, Russia, and later attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, majoring in pattern-making.
After immigrating to the United States, we settled in Brooklyn. Six months later, my sewing machine arrived, and I began creating custom dresses for clients in my neighborhood. Trust me—it wasn’t easy, but it brought me one step closer to my dream.
"Small everyday steps towards your goal add up to BIG progress over time."
Everything is difficult in the beginning.
I landed my first job as a temporary sample cutter at a dress-making company in New York in 1991.
During that time I worked from eight to six and attended evening classes at FIT four days a week. After coming home, I was finishing my clients' dresses till one o'clock in the morning. I barely ever slept. I had some time to spend with my son only on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
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To make the long story short, twenty three years later I left my position as a Creative Director and my six-figure salary to start my own lingerie brand.
"Any BIG change requires only ten minutes of courage"
Launching my own lingerie brand
When I decided to venture on my own, I had the design skills but needed to quickly learn how to produce, sell, and promote my brand because I no longer had the support system (technicians, developers, sales reps, and marketing team) of the established fashion house. It was a very steep and difficult learning curve and a test of my character. I wish that I had a mentor, who could help me through those challenging times.
I remember the feeling of fear that consumed me for months. My line was ready and I needed to begin selling it. The dreaded day was finally put on the calendar. I remember being so scared of rejection that I cried all throughout my morning run. Despite the paralyzing fear, I loaded my entire line onto the minivan, collected quarters enough for 3 hours of parking, and set on my way to the City. I parked my car, walked into a luxury lingerie boutique with my line in hand, introduced myself, and pitched my collection non-stop for two hours.
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I made my first sale that day.
"Fear is an indication of progress. Embrace it to make giant leaps."
My philosophy:
everything is possible
Dreams do come true. As a human being, you have the power to manifest material and immaterial things. All objects you see around you were someone's dreams and ideas first. You can use the same skills to manifest or create your dream life.
Don't be afraid to dream big and take a leap into the unknown, whether it's making a gutsy career move, starting your business, or moving to another country. You will never be able to see the entire journey but will move closer to your goal one step at a time.
I've done it all and I'm here to tell you that you can do the same. I will help you learn how to persevere through the difficult steps, stay focused, and move from one achievement to the next.
"You can do it too! Become a creator of your life."
Learn how I can help.
It's never too late
In 2019 I transformed my life once again.
I left the industry to focus on teaching and coaching. I became a writer, speaker, and educator in the ways of a healthy lifestyle and purposeful creation.
I'm excited to say that I'm living my absolute dream.
I do what I love the most—teach and empower people to find the same success and happiness in their lives, careers, creative endeavors, and businesses, by doing what they love. This journey wasn't easy, but it was absolutely worth it.
"Journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
—Lao Tzu
Ready to feel more grounded, nourished, and inspired?
Click HERE to schedule a complimentary 15-minute Discovery Call and explore how we can work together. Or if you’re ready to dive in—book a session HERE
You’ll find options for virtual one-on-one single coaching sessions or The 8-Sessions Dream Life Accelerator package.
Curious to learn more about mindful living and nourishment?
Check out my e-book Brain Fuel: Easy Low-Carb Recipes for Busy Lives!—available now on Amazon. It’s filled with easy low-carb recipes and practical nutrition tips to help you think clearly and feel energized.
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