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What has pursuing your purpose taught you about yourself?

Purpose doesn’t come without challenges. But every challenge can become part of your transformation.

Grateful for the meaningful conversations on the Resilience Social Work Podcast today!

We explored the stages of transformation, the lessons learned while pursuing our purpose, and the challenges that shape us as entrepreneurs.

Because building a business isn’t just about what we create. It’s about who we become along the way.

Sometimes, the detours deepen our wisdom. The setbacks strengthen our character. And the hardest seasons reveal what truly matters.

Success isn’t just about building something meaningful. It’s about becoming someone who can create meaningful impact.

Here’s to embracing the journey, learning through the challenges, and having the courage to keep pursuing the vision that calls us forward. ❤️

Stay tuned for the podcast episode coming soon!

Thank you, Marilyn @resiliencesocialwork

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In early 2025, we wondered what happens when a Fall Renaissance Faire meets A Midsummer Night’s Dream?

On October 25th, 2025, we created Fusion Faire & Feast: a living canvas of expressive art, inspiring music, & eclectic food, gathered by a beautiful pond in Long Beach, California.

There was an Opening Canvas of spices, connection, & spotlight. A Wonder Lounge to discover conceptual art, handmade candles, oils, & wellness offerings, each a brushstroke. A Gathering Feast where creativity, laughter, & connection came alive, a moment to belong. A Spotlight Stage of voices & fusion dance, drumbeats carrying us until everyone joined in.

Every artist, guest, & surprise performer added their own color, & none of it would have been a canvas without them. Fusion Farewell, unity dance, where art expression & humanity come together on purpose.

And now, the living canvas is coming back. Fusion Faire & Feast returns November 7, 2026, from 1 to 4 PM PST, in Long Beach. We invite you to co-create this living canvas, a one-of-a-kind pre-Thanksgiving experience to remember. RSVP link in bio 👆

Gratitude to our generous sponsors & collaborators:

Sponsors:
@dnlcomponents (Larry Pointer)
@nothingbundtcakes Lakewood (Stephanie Hirano)
@bloomingaces (Erna Blooms)
@aimilios_eudora (Cottrell Hearst)
Natalia Setiadi
John & Erni Wang

Showcase:
@curiousmorphologie Art by Erna Blooms
Autism showcase by Erni & Lucas Wang
@thekimonyx Scented candles & oils by Kim Falucho
@poppin_oils Hair, nail & body oils by Sophie Harris
East Los Wellness by Hector Aguilar

Performers:
Ashley Ng Conner (cello) & Yennie Lam
Rena Robinson (ballet)
Caroline Guntur (vocal)
Erna Blooms (fusion dance)
Hadi S. (drumbeats)
John & Erni Wang (vocal duet)
Adanna Kenlow (dance & vocal)
Marvyn Peralta (vocal & ukulele)

Aceland Collective Team:
Natalia Setiadi (Mama), John, Erni & Leilani Wang, Cottrell Hearst, Hadi S., Ilona & Kalie Hohertz, Brandon Sanchez, Carlton M., Hovanes Je’ Nev (photography).

All of you have made this Fusion Faire & Feast so flavorful & meaningful. From the bottom of my heart, thank you & I look forward to seeing you again this year!

DM me to become one of our sponsors this year.

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In early 2025, we wondered what happens when a Fall Renaissance Faire meets A Midsummer Night’s Dream?

On October 25th, 2025, we created Fusion Faire & Feast: a living canvas of expressive art, inspiring music, & eclectic food, gathered by a beautiful pond in Long Beach, California.

There was an Opening Canvas of spices, connection, & spotlight. A Wonder Lounge to discover conceptual art, handmade candles, oils, & wellness offerings, each a brushstroke. A Gathering Feast where creativity, laughter, & connection came alive, a moment to belong. A Spotlight Stage of voices & fusion dance, drumbeats carrying us until everyone joined in.

Every artist, guest, & surprise performer added their own color, & none of it would have been a canvas without them. Fusion Farewell, unity dance, where art expression & humanity come together on purpose.

And now, the living canvas is coming back. Fusion Faire & Feast returns November 7, 2026, from 1 to 4 PM PST, in Long Beach. We invite you to co-create this living canvas, a one-of-a-kind pre-Thanksgiving experience to remember. RSVP link in bio 👆

Gratitude to our generous sponsors & collaborators:

Sponsors:
@dnlcomponents (Larry Pointer)
@nothingbundtcakes Lakewood (Stephanie Hirano)
@bloomingaces (Erna Blooms)
Natalia Setiadi (Mama)
John & Erni Wang

Showcase:
@curiousmorphologie Art by Erna Blooms
Autism showcase by Erni & Lucas Wang
@thekimonyx Scented candles & oils by Kim Falucho
@poppin_oils Hair, nail & body oils by Sophie Harris
East Los Wellness (therapy) by Hector Aguilar

Performers:
Ashley Ng Conner (cello) & Yennie Lam
Rena Robinson (ballet)
Caroline Guntur (vocal)
Erna Blooms (fusion dance)
Hadi S. (drumbeats)
John & Erni Wang (vocal duet)
Adanna Kenlow (dance & vocal)
Marvyn Peralta (vocal & ukulele)

Aceland Collective Team:
Natalia Setiadi (Mama), John, Erni & Leilani Wang, Cottrell Hearst, Hadi S., Ilona & Kalie Hohertz, Brandon Sanchez, Carlton M., and Hovanes Je’ Nev (photography).

All of you have made this Fusion Faire & Feast so flavorful & meaningful. From the bottom of my heart, thank you & I look forward to seeing you again this year!

DM me to become one of our sponsors this year.

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How Character Branding Builds Confident Kids and Strong Foundation To Success.

Had a wonderful time sharing insights at Becoming Irresistible podcast on the difference between personal branding and character branding, and how to start uncovering it, even at a young age. Dr. Jaya @myirresistiblelife, I’m so honored and truly grateful for having me. Really appreciate your amazing questions. 🙏🤗❤️

Listen to this podcast episode via link in bio.👆

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Kinda chic to be YOU.

Keep building.
Keep believing.
Keep becoming.

Follow for more lived lessons to ease the overwhelm, get more excited about building the future you envision, and make things happened.

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Today is Selena Soo’s 44th birthday, and I’m so grateful I get to say this publicly. 💛

I first discovered her through an entrepreneurial podcast in 2015. In 2016, I met her in person at her GKGC event in NYC. What stood out wasn’t just her expertise; it was her genuine character. She inspired me to invest in myself through her programs, show up more visibly online, and begin building the career I once only imagined.

Selena played a major role in many of my turning points: being featured in Thrive Global and other publications, meeting incredible business besties to collaborate and travel the world with, appearing on podcasts through her community, supporting her Rich Relationships book launch team which became a USA Today Bestseller, and ultimately discovering my branding niche called character branding, which became the foundation of my first published book, Truth Mirror, where her story and insights are featured.

What I love most is that she doesn’t just teach relationship-building, she lives it. As an introvert who built rich, long-term, meaningful relationships, she showed me that visibility can be an act of service.
If one person’s courage could inspire me to step into my purpose, then sharing my message might inspire someone else too. That realization helped me overcome so many excuses.

Happy Birthday Selena 🎉 Thank you for the impact you’ve made on my life. I’m deeply grateful for everything you do.🙏😘❤️❤️❤️❤️

Learn more about her and her Rich Relationships book @selena_soo

Check out her story in Truth Mirror book via link in my Bio. Thank you for being my guest, Selena 🥰

@shaundanecole @carolineguntur @jaleh_zandieh
@kavitasinghtoday @dijanallugolli

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Envy isn’t the real issue.

Okay, if you’ve been staring at what other people have and feeling enviously stuck, these three questions might help. Here’s the thing: sometimes envy isn’t the real issue. The real issue is not knowing how to start with what you’ve already got.

Some studies indicate that up to 73% of young adults (ages 25–35) and 52% of middle-aged adults regularly overthink before taking action, often getting stuck in the intention-action gap. These delays are commonly driven by psychological barriers such as perfectionism, fear of failure, financial stress, and relationship concerns.

These three questions will raise your self-awareness, and through honest reflection, you’ll begin to discover your truth. The truth is, you already have everything you need to start taking small steps forward while patiently working toward your bigger vision. Let’s turn your envy into your inspiration, and move your vision forward.

Trust the process. Do your best, and let God do the rest.
You got this!

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How do you shift rejection? Celebrate! 🎉
Rejection hurts, but it doesn’t have to be much longer.

I love this quote: “If you got what you wanted, it’s a blessing. If you didn’t get what you wanted, it’s God’s protection.”
Celebrate the fact that you showed up for your calling, your vision, and your heart. That matters. Keep going, and celebrate every rejection and every “no” because each one brings you closer to your bigger YES.

Let’s celebrate your courage, your growth, and your journey. You’ve got this! 💛

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How do you do it all without the overwhelm?

Try focusing on 3 DONE tasks per day instead of stressing over 20 unfinished ones. Do it consistently.

Feeling accomplished and spacious in your day energizes you to do even more. By the end of the week, you’ll have completed 15–20 meaningful, needle-moving actions done well.

See how this feels and what it does for your goals. The journey matters.

You got this! 😉✨

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Hoppy Saturday 🐰🥐☕️🍵🍳
Bunny Munch is waiting for You. Let’s enjoy a beautiful brunch & create meaningful connections today!

Saturday, May 30th, 2026
11 am to 1:30 pm PST
@moongoatcoffee Costa Mesa, CA

Free parking & free valet are available upfront
More details via link in bio 👆
Come as you are. Leave Inspired.

See you at Bunny Munch Brunch! 😉💕

To learn more about our next meet ups & events, follow us @acelandco @curiousmorphologie

#artists #creators #entrepreneur #meetup #saturdaybrunch

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2025 stretched me in beautiful and uncomfortable ways. It brought growth, achievements, and—most importantly—deeper self-understanding. I wrote 13 wishes last December…10 arrived, and 3 are still unfolding into 2026. I trusted the Divine nudges and leapt forward with faith, love, and purpose.

What I embraced in 2025:
• Presence over posting — slowing down & savoring real-life moments
• Intentional relationships & discernment — choosing wisely, releasing gently
• Claiming what I truly want — creating space for what’s true & aligned with clarity and grace

It took me time to reflect on what to share from 2025. I’m grateful, humbled, and ready for what’s next. Here’s to carrying the highlights — and the lessons — into the new year.

1. Curious Morphologie showcase at Anthropologie, The Makers Hive Market, Aceland Collective, and the Phoenix Rise Project. I also completed three new art concepts: Elepot, Macaoasis, and Phoenixsugi.

2. Curated Aceland Collective events with aligned and inspiring collaborators, including Seaside Symphony, Unity Express, and Fusion Faire & Feast.

3. Published my Truth Mirror book and hosted Truth Mirror launch experiences. I’m so grateful to have interviewed and featured inspiring, seasoned entrepreneurs. More to share soon. The Amazon book link is in my bio.

4. I cherished memorable moments with my family, ArtCenter alumni, and friends — Renaissance Faire, Pageant of the Masters backstage, Seed Swap Party, D&D, birthdays, game and karaoke nights, and the holidays.

5. I loved the impromptu visits and meet-ups with my amazing clients.

6. I met inspiring creatives, including Lee Clow, Maria Shriver, Chef Amanda Freitag, Matthew Rolston, Spencer Nikosey, Julian Ryder, Ramone Munoz, Behnoush McKay, the Wild Robot team, and many more.

7. Performed my freestyle dance performances at Unity Express & Fusion Faire & Feast events.

My heart is full. Sending my deepest gratitude to everyone in this growth journey. I’m here because you showed up 🥰😘. My 2026 phrase: Runway Structure for Higher Expansion ✨
#2025recap

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