true – truː/ = real; genuine; authentic:
believer – bɪˈliːvə/ = to have confidence in; to have faith in; to have a strong belief:
True Believer = a person who professes absolute belief in something
When it comes to True Believers, we couldn’t possibly think of a better person to start with than our very own True Believer, Lorna Jane Clarkson.
Almost thirty years after founding her Activewear label, Lorna is today the Chief Creative Officer of her own hugely successful global business and creator of the Active Living Philosophy. Lorna is an internationally renowned entrepreneur, author, award winning fashion designer, trusted wellness advocate and here at LJ HQ, she is our daily inspiration and fearless leader – phew, what a list!
It may come as a surprise to many, but Lorna didn’t start out with this success. She built it for herself through passion, drive, determination and self-belief.
Starting out cutting garment patterns on her living room floor to now running a global business, Lorna has built her brand around inspiring and empowering women to live their best, most active lives.
Lorna’s story of success didn’t come without her fair share of challenges, triumphs and hurdles along the way. But what made the difference was Lorna’s determination, her unwavering self-belief in her ability to make it happen and her commitment to the end goal.
Above all, what Lorna’s story proves is that when you start with BELIEVE, anything is possible.
So, here’s to the believers… they are the ones who change the world.
Describe yourself in 5 words:
Positive
Energetic
Determined
Unpredictable
And a little crazy
Who inspires you and why?
I’m inspired by anyone that has the strength and conviction to believe in themselves and follow their dreams (despite popular opinion)
What drives you every day to strive for your goals?
I want to see what happens if I never give up
How do you maintain self-belief through challenging times?
I know that I’m not designed for everyone to like me or what I’m doing with my life so I choose to follow my heart and believe in myself rather than listen to negativity or naysayers
I choose positivity over negativity every time
I surround myself with good people – that love and support me but who will always be honest and open with me
Quick fire Favourites:
Book: I read too many to have a favourite but I love Autobiographies that give insights into the hearts and minds of interesting people
Place: Home
Food: Chocolate
Drink: Fresh Coconut water (straight from the coconut)
Tunes: Anything by Michael Jackson
Quote: Never Never Never Give Up
Sound: The ocean
Instagram Account: @lornajaneactive of course!
How do you Move?
I strength train twice a week, do daily yoga and walk my dog. I also hike on the weekends.
How do you Nourish?
I eat predominantly plant based foods, usually local and organic and as close to their natural form as possible.
How do you Believe?
I practice self-love and self-acceptance every day. I am kind to myself but am determined to do great things with my life so I also push myself to grow and improve at every opportunity
If you could share one piece of advice, what would it be?
That anything is possible when you invest the time to focus on yourself, are willing to believe in yourself, work on yourself and truly learn to love and respect yourself.
Who inspires you through their incredible determination and self-belief?
Share in the comments, you never know… they could be selected to be a Lorna Jane True Believer!