Sexual Abuse Survivor with powerful message "You Are Enough" becomes Australian Small Business Champion!

Be The Impossible from Tweed Heads has been named Champion Personal Counselling at the anniversary of the 25th Australian Small Business Champion Awards Ceremony held on Friday 28th April 2023 at The Star Sydney with over 1000 guests in attendance.

Caroline Bellenger is a passionate self-esteem coach, inspirational speaker, and creator of 'Be The Impossible'. As noted in her powerful acceptance speech on the night this award is not about her:

"This award is not about me; it's for the 1 in 5 women who are sexually abused before 15. It's for the women who are told they are too old and have to look young forever. It's for the women who are told to diet and exercise just to fit in. I want you to know that whatever your past You Are Enough ! Right here, right now ! This award is for you"

From childhood sexual abuse to over twenty years of addiction and mental health issues, Caroline got sober in 2009. Since then, Caroline has achieved incredible success in life and business. A few of her remarkable achievements include representing Australia in Triathlon at 50 in Switzerland and in 2022 becoming World Champion International Surf Life Saving Beach Runner in Italy, climbing to Everest Base Camp, and going back to university in her 40s. After a successful corporate career ended through workplace bullying at the age of 48, she took back her life by becoming a successful entrepreneur with several businesses. Achieving entrepreneurial success over a few years is a testament to her courage and determination to not allow her past or age to define her future.

During her 12-year transition from self-hatred to self-esteem, Caroline created a powerful toolbox of strategies to overcome the many challenges and obstacles she faced. At the heart of her transformation was the ability to grow and move forward with courage, humour, and hope. She credits much of her success to incorporating both exercise and a positive mindset into everyday practice.  Caroline is passionate about inspiring women to reach their dreams. Caroline emphatically believes that if she can overcome significant life obstacles, then any woman given support and encouragement can achieve the impossible. This is why Caroline has dedicated her life to empowering other women through inspirational keynotes, coaching programs, and online education. Through all her social media channels, she raises awareness of childhood sexual abuse and mental health stigma.