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Dr. Susan Rhodes's avatar

I am so excited for you! This opened up some ideas for me too. Thank you for sharing your story and being an inspiration to others.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you so much! Dreaming together is amazing. Cheers to the ideas opening for you!

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Jasmyn Elliott's avatar

I am so excited for you! Your words are a constant balm to my soul, and you inspire me everyday to go after my own dreams. I'll have to make a special trip to your shop when it opens!

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you so much, sis! Excited to see you when the shop comes to fruition.

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Rosemary DeSena's avatar

“Try again, even though the last time hurt or failed.”

First, congrats on moving ahead with the tea shop! That sounds amazing.

Some years ago I thought about how nice it would be to have a tea shop, line a high tea place, but for people like he either diabetes… I don’t bake! I just like tea and tea houses and hanging out in them. I went as far as interviewing bakers who were making low carb friendly baked goods that actually tasted good. They did not live locally though which made the dream of collaborating a challenge. Ultimately … life went in other directions. It wasn’t like I drew up a business plan, but I did do some research on the idea…

anyway now again I’m reconnecting with what I love and have an opportunity to change my course from the corporate career path I’ve been living. I have no idea how to do it / taking what I love and creating a new career path, but it is becoming clear that the only way to do it is by leaning into joy. And trusting that the tangible steps forward will become clear.

Years ago when I tried to follow a creative path, I ended up starving and getting very sick. I am trusting that I have more life skills now to figure out what to do now…

Thanks for all you do!

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Joan Ridsdel's avatar

Thank you for reminding me that joy is to be found when we look and that we need to continue looking, reminding ourselves of it's accessibility and it profound importance. I also love that you're stepping closer to your new tea and stationery store, which I am sure will be such a joy for you and so many others. Congrats on creating the perfumes as well!

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Valentina Lagomarsino's avatar

I love this!!!!

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you!!

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MPierce's avatar

I double checked the date - you’re saying and doing this in 2025. All the more powerful. Now I need to see about finding that kind of courage myself.

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Alex Elle's avatar

That's the plan! We shall see if I get selected after applying.

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Birdy's avatar

Looking at your merch, thought came to me for another, Gone Joy Spotting or something smiliar! Just an idea! 🤔😉💞

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Alex Elle's avatar

I have joy merch coming for us! Samples are on the way to my house as I type this.

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Sharrice's avatar

This is great news! So happy for you. I’m launching a line of tea this year and would love to work together. Here’s to your territory being enlarged. Blessings!

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you! AND YES. Keep me posted! I will be carrying goodies from other folks, too. Would love to support you.

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Karin D.B's avatar

It’s all u 💫

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Alex Elle's avatar

Love, love.

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Lis's avatar

Living the DREAM

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Alex Elle's avatar

Trying to lean into the dream that is for sure! x

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Angela's avatar

THANK YOU! So happy for you with your new venture! You really are an inspiration! YOur post today has inspired me to check back in with myself and take a look at those dreams I have put aside. Have a blast with your planning and I am so looking forward to the fruits of your labour.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you, thank you! So glad you are checking back in with yourself.

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Gwen Cawdron's avatar

Reading this made me choke up over breakfast! Thank you so much!

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Alex Elle's avatar

*hugs and love* Thank you!!

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Angie Funtanilla's avatar

Thank u for sharing all u do! Much appreciated! Keep flowing.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you, thank you! Gratitude is flowing deep right now.

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Ishmael Makoanyane's avatar

This is inspiring, thank you for always having to remind me through my email on daily basis. I love your journals and may the God’s light keep shinning upon you.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you, dear one!

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Lori R's avatar

Hi Alex. Your new space will be amazing. I wish I lived closer and could go there. I am also excited about your new fragrance. I do have a question, if you don't mind. I finally found your older podcast, Hey Girl. ❤️ Who did you say did the music? I have been searching and searching but am unable to find anything that comes close since I don't know the spelling. Thanks for sharing. Take care and continue be amazing. Much love.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Kokayi is the musician for Hey Girl. Thank you so much.

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M'Bwebe Ishangi's avatar

Give thanks for this post SiStar! It is truly motivational! Sending continued abundance your way!

Bless… 🫡

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Alex Elle's avatar

Blessings!!

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Transitions in Time's avatar

Crossing the fingers and toes for the tea time and space.

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Alex Elle's avatar

Thank you!!

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