What's On Your Mind

As the year comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on all the growth I’ve experienced—personally, as a family, and as a business. I’ve also been thinking ahead to what I hope to accomplish in the coming year and the growth I can imagine for the future.

People often ask me how many hours I work, where I work, or how I balance work and life. I know what they’re getting at, but their questions don’t quite apply to me. My life, my family, and my business are all intertwined. I can’t separate one from the other—they’re all part of the same whole.

When asked about balance, I often feel perplexed. It’s not because I don’t understand the question, but because I’ve learned to approach my life differently. I used to respond the way I thought I *should*, but now I try to answer honestly, guided by my heart. The easy answers aren’t always truthful, and the truthful ones are rarely easy.

When I’m working my hardest and loving with my whole heart, I feel like my best self. Does that mean I’m balanced? I don’t know. Balance isn’t something I strive for or even care to achieve. I used to fake it, back when I was at my lowest and most unhappy. But now, I’m just trying to be me.

This past year has taught me so much about what—and who—is truly important. I’ve realized I’ll never truly be alone, because for the first time in my life, I have myself, and I love who I am.

I’ve discovered the magic we all have inside us. If I could create something from nothing, so can you. The secret? I set the bar low but dreamed big. Have you ever seen a toddler leap off a step as if they’re jumping off a cliff? They leap with unshakable confidence, knowing it’ll be okay. We could all learn something from that boundless enthusiasm.

Here’s to approaching life with that same excitement and courage.

xx
Christina