I'm Taryn, a proud mum of two incredible teenagers - 16 months apart, two cheeky dogs (my perpetual shadows), and a husband who deserves a medal for his tolerance and support.

I'm currently rocking level 45 in this game we call life. Originally from South Africa, my life took a seismic shift at 15 when my family and I embraced the Kiwi life in New Zealand.

This is where I met my hubby, and together, we welcomed our two children.

Currently live on the East Coast -  together, we've racked up some serious travel miles, with dreams of exploring more corners of the globe very soon.

Beyond the family adventures, I'm a staunch mental health advocate. Dealing personally with anxiety, depression, and ADHD (yes, it's quite the combo), I intimately understand the daily struggles many face.

As if parenting and mental health weren't enough, I'm also waltzing into the "dreaded" peri-menopausal, bringing with it its own set of challenges.

Professionally, I have done many things over the years and often with multiple sources of income at one time just to make ends meet and because my brain loves to learn new things. (and they seem to be a good idea at the time).

I personally I have always loved learning new and exciting digital skills and when I saw the oppotunity in 2023 that I could combine my love of learning, my passion for financial freedom and the posibilities that this time can give a "normal" regular mum from little old New Zealand.  I Jumped on it, spent HOURS and learnt and grew and tried, pivited and pivoted again over and over again, never giving up no matter how hard it was. Despite its inherent stress, ever changing enviroment and my constant imposter sydrome and often lack of confidence, Motivated mum and the social media and digital marketing platform has been filled with wonderful moments, exciting discoveries and I have met the most amazing passionate people that have become amazing entrepreneurs in their own right. 

Motivate Mum is my passion project, and I love being part of this online space and helping wonderful people like you in some way to be a better person or start your own passive form of income - who knows you might also be able to live a life of your dreams.

Who Is Taryn?