Discovering the Power of Nature and Feminine Energy to Transform Life and Business
Vanessa Grutman is a transformational mentor, soul biohacker, and integrated health practitioner dedicated to empowering ambitious women to align with their true essence and unlock their full potential. Based in Quebec, Canada, she is a mother of two and a successful entrepreneur who built a multi-seven-figure business in the medical skincare industry before experiencing a profound personal transformation.
After facing burnout and a loss of identity following the sale of her first company, Vanessa embarked on a journey of self-healing and discovery. She immersed herself in biohacking, traditional Chinese medicine, and Ayurvedic practices, ultimately reconnecting with her feminine energy and the healing power of nature. This personal evolution led her to create the Femme Biohacker movement, a community for women seeking to harmonize their masculine and feminine energies to achieve success without sacrificing their well-being.
Vanessa now mentors women worldwide through her programs and retreats, helping them realign with their soul’s mission, embrace self-leadership, and cultivate harmonious lives and businesses. Her approach combines practical entrepreneurship experience with holistic health practices, offering a unique path to personal and professional fulfillment.
Tell us about yourself, especially the parts that are not so known from your online presence.
I’m actually based in Quebec, Canada. My family and I have moved quite a bit over the years. We spent 12 years in British Columbia after initially moving there for a one-year contract. Now, we’ve settled in a small village of about 1,200 people on the border of Vermont.
What inspired you to move to such a rural area?
During the pandemic, we discovered that while we love the energy of the city, we truly needed to be close to nature. Living here allows us to stay grounded and connected. Our children literally run through the woods to go to school. It’s the life we wanted to give them—a sanctuary where we can retreat and recharge, dipping into the city intentionally when we choose.
Tell us about your journey into the personal development space. Were you always involved in this field?
Not at all. I was deeply rooted in the hustle culture, building a multi-seven-figure business in the medical skincare industry. I had multiple medical aesthetic clinics. After selling the company, I found myself completely lost and burned out—a total loss of identity. I realized I needed to reconnect with myself, my body, and my soul’s mission.
What was the turning point for you during this challenging time?
When I started seeing physicians about my burnout, they suggested medication, but I felt there had to be another way. I entered the world of biohacking, trying everything from supplements to red light therapy. Nothing seemed to move the needle. So, I decided to become an Integrated Health Practitioner, initially just to heal myself. That journey led me to traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic practices, and ultimately, a profound reconnection with my feminine energy and nature.
How did this personal transformation influence your professional path?
As I healed and documented my journey, people became intrigued by my evolution. They started asking questions, seeking guidance. Coaching happened organically; I never planned it. In January 2023, I released my first offer, and it exploded. Despite having a small online following, I made significant strides quickly, which confirmed to me that this message was needed.
Can you tell us more about the Femme Biohacker movement you’ve created?
Absolutely. Femme Biohacker is a movement for ambitious women who want to beat the odds and break free from old stories. It’s about harmonizing masculine and feminine energies to create a life and business that are not only successful but also aligned and effortless. We focus on health and wealth, combining my entrepreneurship experience with holistic health practices to help women amplify their gifts without burning out.
What practices do you incorporate to maintain this harmony in your own life?
Rituals are incredibly important to me. I dedicate at least two hours every morning to myself before engaging with clients or work. This includes meditation, movement, and spending time in nature. I walk 10,000 steps a day, not just for physical health but for mental clarity and creativity. These practices keep me grounded and connected to my intuition.
How do you define burnout, and what advice do you have for women experiencing it?
Burnout isn’t about the number of hours you work; it’s about how misaligned you are with your true essence. When you’re disconnected from your authentic self and solely operating in masculine energy—making decisions purely with the mind—you risk burnout.
“My advice is for women to stop believing hustling is the only way to more success and start addressing their energy.”
What are you currently manifesting or looking forward to in your professional journey?
I’m focusing on expanding the Femme Biohacker movement, making it a space where women can identify and align with this new way of achieving success. I’m also excited about sharing my message on stage through speaking engagements and leading international retreats. In fact, I’m about to lead my first retreat in Mexico, which combines luxury with holistic wellness—a perfect embodiment of what I stand for.
“Femme Biohacker is the space where strategy meets energetics. Where biohacking meets business. Where women unlock the power they’ve been suppressing for years.”
Finally, what is your magical formula for living a harmonious life?
It’s about unhooking from the need for external validation and re-hooking to our own heart and soul mission. By creating from that place of self-love and authenticity, we not only transform our own lives but also set an example for others. It’s remembering who we truly are and allowing that to guide us in everything we do.
Photo Credits – Robert Desroches
