Meet the Founder Who’s Changing the Wellness Game
The story of resilience, innovation, and creating a healing ecosystem that works.
Dedicated to a truly WHOLE-istic Approach
At The Zenka Effect, the mission is to create a ripple effect of goodness — starting with you. This work is rooted in the legacy of my grandfather, Zenka Siedlecki — a hardworking Polish immigrant/refugee and former P.O.W. whose life showed me what it means to live with strength, integrity, and care.
In his final moments, I told him I hadn’t been honest about how unhappy I was. His response — “Be good” — was simple, but life changing. His secret to happiness revealed in two wise words inspired a promise to myself, and eventually a framework to help others.
The Zenka Effect is about reclaiming your health and vitality by being good to yourself and supporting your health ecosystem. When you do, the healing and goodness doesn’t stop with you
— it ripples outward.
That’s the Zenka Effect.
Meet Karly Siedlecki, Founder of The Zenka Effect
I know what it's like to feel burnt out from a demanding career and faced with impossible chronic illness challenges while being overwhelmed by conflicting advice and unsure where to turn. I also know what it feels like to live disconnected from my own needs — to keep going while neglecting myself. The challenges once seemed insurmountable — and I've come out the other side. My journey has been one of relentless exploration, investing countless hours and resources to uncover what truly works for healing and optimization.
Now, I'm here to share these life-changing insights with you, so you don't have to spend years figuring it out on your own. Through The Zenka Protocol, I've distilled everything I've learned into actionable, science-backed strategies that help you take control of your health and unlock your full potential. Together, we'll simplify the path to transformation and make sustainable, lasting change possible for you.
The Health Optimization Ecosystem Origin Story
Karly spent over a decade searching for answers, visiting countless doctors and focusing on popular root causes like gut health and hormones through functional and integrative medicine. Despite investing in costly supplements and extensive testing, her progress eventually plateaued.
Feeling burned out and overwhelmed by the complexity of her healing journey, Karly found herself in Costa Rica, where her healing accelerated in ways she hadn’t experienced before-all while trying significantly less. Recognizing the profound and simple power of this shift, she dedicated years to researching and testing what elements of the environment and lifestyle created such remarkable results.
Her discoveries led to the creation of a program that helps others replicate this healing ecosystem in their own lives. Focused on simplicity, ease, and efficiency, Karly’s approach empowers people to achieve significant results without overwhelming their already busy lives.
The Power of Costa Rica
Some things can’t be fully understood until you feel them. That’s why I offer immersive retreats in Costa Rica — the very place where this healing approach took root.
These experiences are designed to help you step into the lifestyle, rhythms, and simplicity that inspired the Zenka Protocol. It’s a chance to pause, reset, and embody what your body has been asking for — without distractions, noise, or decision fatigue.
If you’re ready to experience this way of living firsthand, I’d love to host you to this amazing place.
Ready to Stop Settling and Start Thriving?
Your roadmap to sustainable wellness starts here. No fluff, no false promises-just real solutions for real results.
Have Questions?
Reach out and we’ll be happy to assist you. Whether you’re ready to get started or just want more information, we’re here to provide the support you need.
Email us at karly@zenkaeffect.com or fill out the contact form below.