Mission Statement
At Self Love with Sydney, we advocate for a world where women’s autonomy and needs are valued equally and where prioritizing self-care is seen as a strength, not a luxury. We celebrate mothers who take time for themselves and women who unapologetically put their well-being first, recognizing that self-love fuels their ability to show up fully for those they care about. Through every product and connection we make, we strive to dismantle societal expectations that confine women and empower them with small, manageable habits to stand tall, embrace their authentic selves, and live without limits.
Hello! My name is
Sydney Akdag
, founder of Self Love with Sydney. I’m here to share my journey and show you how you can transform your life through simple self-love habits. I know what it's like to push yourself to the limit, to feel burnt out and stuck, because I’ve been there myself.
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I graduated from University of Central Florida with a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in biomedical and physical sciences, and a minor in Spanish. I was pre-med and on track to becoming a doctor, but life had other plans.
I worked two jobs since I was 14, continued that hustle through college, and eventually hit a breaking point. The stress was so intense that I developed psoriasis that covered my entire body, which was my wake-up call to slow down and take care of ME. It was then that I realized I didn’t want to live full of stress and burnout, so I made a bold decision.
In 2020, I found an online job and moved to Mexico by myself.​ In Mexico, I transformed my lifestyle. I committed to daily practices like exercise, gratitude, affirmations, and self-love. I watched sunsets, spent time in nature, and took care of myself in ways I had never prioritized before. I learned how to be intentional about making time for myself, and it’s that balance that makes me better for everyone around me.​
Today, I’m studying for my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a 4.0 GPA. I’ve traveled the world—from Mexico to Thailand—and in between, I built a life and a business that helps women like you create balance, find energy, and self-love without guilt. I didn’t get here without challenges. I’m here to show you that no matter where you are right now—overworked, burnt out, stuck in people-pleasing habits—you can change your life. You can learn to fill your own cup first so that you can give your best self to those around you. If you're ready to break free from burnout, find balance, and start living life on your terms, I’m here to guide you. Let’s do this together.
