You can really want to take that leap of faith to love your work and to reach your goals, or do what really matters to you in business and then – you can completely stop it from happening because of something you may believe, assume, and/or fear. Breaking through what holds you back is necessary to live a life and have a business you really want to experience.
Four lovely ladies join Mike and Glenn in the coffee shop to talk about connection in recovery and share the strength that they have found in sobriety.
The guys discuss how a pizza party makes every bank robbery more memorable, why swimming with pants on is imperative when you have a shellfish allergy, and when it’s justified to shoot a bear with an “alleged” drug problem.
Massiel, owner of That Girl+Co in Downtown Lemont, IL goes deep on how she has been empowered to build a life and legacy that means something special to not only her, her family, and her community…but the message within it all. Her power to help others pursue passions and find themselves through new experiences is outstanding. So this episode
Quick recap The conversation between Megan and Massiel revolved around their personal experiences, including public speaking and starting a business, as well as the importance of creativity, self-empowerment, and community building. They also discussed the impact of one’s words and actions on others and the need to listen to others’ opinions and thoughts. Towards the end of their discussion, Massiel shared her work in empowering young girls and encouraged others to trust their instincts and explore their potential.
Small Steps, Big Impact: Crafting Confidence
Massiel and Megan Holly discussed the benefits of taking small steps towards achieving goals, like taking a 20-second leap of courage to start a project. Massiel shared her personal story of using crafting as a confidence booster and how it helped her build a successful business.
Talents and Gifts: Personal Journeys and Encouragement
Megan and Massiel discussed the importance of acknowledging and using one’s own talents and gifts. Massiel shared her personal journey of realizing her worth and the simple nature of accepting and using her gifts. Megan asked Massiel for advice on encouraging others to try new things, suggesting that it depends on the person’s personality. Massiel suggested a risk calculation and the idea of starting small, noting that initial discomfort doesn’t necessarily mean one should stop, but rather, it might be a signal to take a break.
Empowerment and Identity: The two ladies discussed the importance of understanding individual modes of operation and how to move forward in one’s own unique way.
Massiel shared her motivation, which stemmed from a mission to empower girls and women, drawing from her personal experience growing up in an unsupportive environment and her belief in the power of self-empowerment. She also highlighted her love for feeling accomplished and trying new things, which she believes keeps her going in life. Megan Holly concluded the conversation by emphasizing that individuals can have multiple identities and pursuits, such as being a parent and also cultivating other creative or worldly experiences.
Embracing Multiple Roles for Fulfillment
Megan Holly emphasized the importance of not limiting oneself to one role or interest, but rather embracing multiple hats that make one feel fulfilled. She highlighted the potential negative effects of shutting down certain aspects of oneself, such as resentment towards the neglected role. Massiel agreed with Megan’s points, sharing her experiences of witnessing many empowering moments in her studio. She expressed gratitude for the appreciation she receives from her clients, noting that these moments happen frequently and in various forms.
Meet Massiel:
Founder + Creative Director of That Girl + Co is passionate about empowering women and young girls to find their power through creativity, connections, and POWER TOOLS! Heck yes! Her belief is that creativity builds our confidence and becomes therapeutic and healing to those who step into it.
Her mission is boundless and we all need her message, so please be sure to check out all of the beautiful, creative endeavor’s she is up to on her socials. Hang out on That Girl + Co Instagram, Facebook, or head over to http://www.thatgirlandco.com
