08/12/2026
Last year, I decided to get serious and actually start exploring what it would mean to be an entrepreneur.
There was so much I didn’t know - including what kind of business I wanted to have.
There was also a lot I did know. I knew I was burned out. I knew I was seeking ways to escape reality. I knew my anxiety and blood pressure were at all-time highs. I knew I didn’t feel well - mentally, physically, emotionally, or spiritually. I knew I wanted something different for myself.
Year 37 was really transformative. I spent a lot of time soul-searching; sitting with myself, getting quiet, and paying attention to my body. When did I feel the most calm and at ease? When did my soul fire really light up? What do I value? What do I want for myself, my family, and my community?
I knew that if I was going to pivot away from a corporate career - my “uncomfortable comfort zone” - and knowingly walk into the unknown, then I would need to create a business that would really be a balm to my soul. I needed something that would light me up, play to my strengths, and respect my nervous system. I needed to create a business that would serve me AND my community.
The Hive lives at the intersection of my joy, my strengths, and what my community needs.
I’ve infused my sources of joy into The Hive. Windchimes hang in the window. The lighting is warm and soft. The space caters to small, intimate gatherings.
I’m playing to my strengths. I love being the glue, bringing people together, supporting small businesses and my community.
My community needs more spaces where we can intentionally, and thoughtfully gather. We need a space where we can access the magic of other small businesses, right here in our backyard.
This is why, no matter how hard and scary this journey gets, I remain excited about The Hive. I hope you are, too. ❤️
