“It was evident that people were looking for change in the beauty space which helped us grow our community online. Yes, it was challenging, but it is clear that Indigenous people were seeking a space where they could see themselves and others were looking for a space to become an ally and learn about Indignous peoples.”

Worry and Fear Steal our Freedom

When the pandemic hit, I was like ’ok I got this!’, and I’ve pretty much maintained that mindset since day one. I stubbornly refuse to let worry or fear enslave me.

You see, my previous life was one of fear. An enslavement of sorts, always wondering how I am being perceived, not believing anyone will come to my rescue if I need it. One day on the city bus in my early 20’s, I was having a massive panic attack and swore to never ride a bus again, in desperation I turned to the woman behind me and said ‘I’m having a panic attack’. Whoosh, just like that, I took back my freedom.

Unfortunately, the only way to build a strong, productive and engaged team is through meaningful (sometimes awkward) feedback.

Personal connection and commitment make a significant impact on each of us in our community, Dr. Karen Doll has been that person for Well partner Kristina Frost. Dr Doll is Krisitina’s Well-Being coach and she’s been a champion for mental health wellness for over 24 years.  

'I know what it's like to live in darkness, and when I found the light, that was my own heart getting revived. '

'I want to help make work as efficient as possible with one of my favorite decision making tools'

It's simply who I am, in a world that doesn't see anything outside of 'normal' as positive.

I’ve always strived to create the best work I can so when people see it, the first impression is “wow, that’s a strong piece of work” and then second is “oh, that’s a PaperOcelot piece”.

You need lines, and you need flexibility to shape those lines a little, but business doesn’t thrive when the lines continually shift with every new breeze.

When I see women gathering over a long table, with good food and conversation, I want to host it. It’s not enough for me to be there at that table, I want to be the one to gather them there.

This brings me to renewal. I’ve been given a seismic gift of discovery. I have finally breathed in and pressed deeply into the genuine character assets that have been part of me since my youth.

Being able to say no with kindness and simplicity—such as a short “thank you for thinking of me, but I’m afraid I’m not available”—has been an important ingredient in regaining control of my own life.It’s not easy, but hopefully some of this can help us all find a little more simplicity in our lives.

I felt a bit sad and anxious after my meeting with Tammy. I left the studio worrying about the change that the next issue will face. I wondered what would all the women, worldwide, who have come to know and love this publication will say about the new name.

What do you love?

Are you slightly terrified to find out? What if your whole life has to change? What will other people think?

Are you afraid of what you love, want, & essentially afraid of yourself? Read through to dig a little deeper

The hardest thing for me to share was my success, when things were going well. And I realized that was a problem. We never question when a man shares his success. My goal is to normalize this, especially for women and those in the BIPOC communities.

The person becomes as important as the process, and it makes tough decisions even more heart wrenching when you can’t emotionally distance yourself from it. You, as the leader, feel. 

Oh! I can make a grandiose statement that is basically unachievable! Thank you, because that’s the way my mind works already and I just needed permission to write what I thought.

To date, The Well Book Club has read 19 books! Here’s the complete list, with links: