Mallory Spielman shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Mallory, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Thanks for having me back! Integrity is the most important to me. In the yoga and wellness industry, knowledge and energy certainly matter but without integrity, neither has lasting value. Integrity creates trust. It is showing up honestly, practicing what you teach and holding yourself accountable on and off the mat. It is the foundation that allows healing spaces to be safe, inclusive and genuine. When integrity leads, intelligence deepens with humility and energy becomes intentional rather than performative. For me, integrity is what sustains meaningful connection, ethical teaching and true wellness.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello! My name is Mallory Spielman. I am a wife and mother of two amazing boys. I am a wellness practitioner serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex where I grew up. I specialize in yoga, crystal sound baths, aerial yoga, Reiki, and creating spaces that support healing on a physical, emotional and spiritual levels. I am the founder of Mindful Moves + Meditation and Studio Manager of Sunshine Yoga Shack in Mansfield. At the age of 21, I underwent six rounds of chemotherapy, an experience that forever changed the way I viewed my body, health and my life. Through extensive research and personal exploration, I discovered holistic practices that helped me reconnect with myself and support my healing beyond conventional approaches. What began as a necessity became a calling-one that ignited a deep passion for helping others rediscover their power, resilience and capacity to heal.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
I would have to say my parents taught me the most about work. From a very young age, I learned what dedication, responsibility and perseverance look like simply by watching them. My dad is the hardest-working person I know. As one of five children, I saw firsthand what it meant to show up everyday with a smile on your face and positive attitude. He worked two jobs while I was growing up to make sure our family was cared for and that we never went without. Raising five children is no easy task and my parents approached it with strength and love. They taught me that hard work isn’t just about earning a living, it is about showing up for the people you love, doing what needs to be done and leading by example. I admire my parents deeply, and the way the work and live continues to shape how I approach my own work today.
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
I stopped hiding my pain when I realized that I had the power to transform my own life. Living with a chronic illness was once something I allowed to overshadow who I was, but there came a moment when I understood that it did not define me, it was simply part of my story. Instead of masking the pain or letting it control my choices, I chose to face it with honesty and intention. I began to let go of reckless behaviors and unhealthy habits, recognizing that they were never going to support my healing or my growth. In that shift, my pain became a teacher rather than a burden. It pushed me to slow down, to listen to my body and spirit and live with greater purpose. What once felt like a limitation ultimately became a source of strength and empowerment, My power turned into passion, one that drives me to guide others towards more mindful approaches to finding wellness reminding them that there is no right way to heal and healing isn’t linear.
Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? Is the public version of you the real you?
I would like to think so. The public version of me is very much the real me. I’ve always believed that authenticity is the most meaningful way to connect with others, so I don’t feel the need to seperate who I am from who people see. I’m genuinely goofy, friendly and open. I believe those qualities show up in my work, relationships and the way I move through life. I share my story openly both lighthearted moments and the harder ones because I want people to feel seen, understood and less alone. Of course, we all have our bad days and moments. When those moments arise, I believe it is important to own them- to acknowledge when I have acted out of character, apologize when necessary and make amends. That accountability is part of being real. What I share publicly is honest and intentional, and being myself, flaws and all, has allowed me to build trust, create deeper connections and show others that it’s okay to be human.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
I think what I understand deeply is that time is fleeting and tomorrow is never promised. Having experienced significant loss in my life, I have come to truly value the present moment. And it’s not that I think that most people don’t feel the same way but with the rush of daily routines and responsibilites, it is easy to lose sight of life’s magic. Life is a gift and we should treat it as such. I have learned to pause, to savor the small moments and approach each day with gratitude beacuse life’s beauty is often found in the everyday and the ordinary when we take time to notice it.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://mindfulmovesandmeditation.com/
- Instagram: @mindful_mal
- Facebook: Mindful Moves + Meditation
Image Credits
Ana Vides Photography
