How to Quantum Leap (Without Complicating the Sh*t Out of It)
Quantum leaping doesn’t have to be complicated. Stop waiting, start imagining, and act like the next-level you now. This fun (and sweary) guide breaks it down simple AF with wisdom from Carl Jung, Einstein, and more.
5-8 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
Ever notice how the world makes transformation sound like you need a f*cking PhD in quantum physics?
Newsflash: you don’t. You don’t need to sit in a cave for 40 days, you don’t need to chant in Sanskrit (unless you vibe with it), and you sure as hell don’t need to burn yourself out to “get there.”
Quantum leaping isn’t about complicated formulas—it’s about collapsing time between who you are now and who you know you’re meant to be. And honestly? It’s a whole lot simpler than people make it.
Okay babe, let’s strip this down and make it stupid simple:
Step 1: Stop Overthinking the Leap.
Carl Jung once said, “Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” Translation? Stop stalking other people’s Instagram highlight reels for inspiration and look inside your own damn self. The leap starts with you seeing your own vision clearly—not theirs.
Step 2: Get Rid of the Bullsh*t Rules.
Albert Einstein (aka the OG rebel genius) said, “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Quit trying to “logic” your way into your next-level life. Imagination is your f*cking rocket fuel. Daydream. Get delusional. Pretend you’re already there.
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Step 3: Act Like You’re Already the Betch Who Made It.
Neville Goddard taught this best: live in the end. If you were already the confident, successful, lit-up version of yourself, how would you walk into the room? How would you talk to people? How would you treat money, love, your body? Do that now. Like… literally now.
Step 4: Shake Off the Fear.
Joseph Campbell said, “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” So stop avoiding the thing that scares you most (posting that offer, quitting that job, booking that flight, asking for what you want). Your leap is waiting on the other side of that cave. Spoiler: it’s not even that scary once you’re in.
“I really think a champion is defined not by their wins but by how they can recover when they fall.”
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“When I dare to be powerful – to use my strength in the service of my vision – then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”
Step 5: Trust That It’s Already Done.
You don’t “try” to quantum leap—you decide. You pick it. You live like it’s locked in. Call it God, the Universe, Source, your Higher Self—whatever—but trust that it’s f*cking handled.
The STARDUST Container is where your nervous system feels nourished and your brain feels rewarded.
“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life.”
Real Talk: Why Most People Don’t Leap
Because they get stuck in waiting mode. Waiting to feel ready. Waiting for proof. Waiting for permission. Babe, permission slips are for third grade. Burn that sh*t.
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5 Times Art Saved My Fucking Life (and Why It Continues To Do So) 🎨
Art has always been my sanctuary—the one place that never asked me to shrink, hide, or explain myself. From the chaos of childhood to the wild freedom of adulthood, these are the five times art quite literally saved my life.
3-5 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
They say art imitates life—but for me, art fucking saved it. Like a cosmic paintbrush dipped in magic and rebellion, art has been my therapist, my best friend, and sometimes my only safe space.
So yeah… this one’s for the messy creators, the quiet feelers, and the ones who turned pain into something fucking beautiful.
“Spinning In The Garden”
Acrylic On Canvas, 11×14 by Sunny Voitsekhovsky. SOLD. A painting that can be enjoyed in either direction, known as four paintings in one.
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1. Art Was My Calm in the Chaos
When I was little and my parents were at each other’s throats, art was my sanctuary. While dishes clanged and voices rose, I’d retreat into my world of colour and pencil crayons. It was the only place I could breathe. The only place untouched by adult rage, confusion, and all those unspoken fears. My art table was my altar. My escape. My safe little rebellion.
“The Elegant Cat”, Marker on 24lb Printer Paper, 8.5x11 by Sunny Voitsekhovsky
2. Art Never Judged or Bullied Me
School was brutal. The world didn’t know what to do with my weirdness, my big feelings, my ADHD brain that wandered off mid-sentence. But art? Art welcomed me home. It never rolled its eyes or called me “too much.” It handed me a paintbrush and said, “Go on, love—show them who the fuck you are.” In those moments, surrounded by colour and possibility, I felt whole.
I had the pleasure of being invited to the outdoor Artisan Market hosted by Nightmare Oasis, an art gallery and art community hub in Nanaimo, BC, where I displayed my art pieces, prints and stickers, offering a variety of colourful and whimsical works.
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“Super Marilyn”, Digital Art created using a combination of Procreate, Illustrator and Photoshop, 8.5x11 by Sunny Voitsekhovsky
3. Art Let Me Feel What I Couldn’t Say
I grew up in an emotionally unavailable, unregulated home. Feelings were inconvenient, too loud, too messy. So, I stuffed them down until they started leaking out sideways. Art was the first place I could safely feel. Before therapy. Before self-help books. Before I even knew what the word “trauma” meant. Each brushstroke was a scream I never got to yell. Each sketch, a story I couldn’t tell out loud. Each scribble, a release of energy (rage, anger, resentment, guilt, fear, self-doubt… you name it).
“Yellow Snakes In Different Shapes”, Digital Art created using Procreate, 18×24 by Sunny Voitsekhovsky
Snakes are the epitome of Transformation. Throughout various cultures, snakes and snake imagery have symbolized transformation, rejuvenation, death and rebirth.
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Watch the process of creating this piece here.
4. Art Gave Me Purpose
Spoiler alert: it still does.
When everything else has burned down, art is what rises from the ashes. It’s the thing that keeps me curious, grounded, and alive. It’s not just a hobby—it’s the heartbeat of my existence.
“Business Blessing”, Acrylic on Canvas, approx. 5×7 by Sunny Voitsekhovsky, Original not for sale.
5. Art Gave Me Freedom 🪄
Art, in any form, is freedom. Freedom to be, to feel, to expand beyond the edges of what’s expected. It’s the bridge between my inner child and my higher self. It’s how I meet myself again and again in deeper, more magical ways. Every line, every colour, every strange little creation—it’s all me saying, “I’m still here. I’m still choosing life.”
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Summary:
Art isn’t just about pretty things. It’s about survival and thrival. It’s the language of the soul when words just don’t fucking cut it. It’s the reason I made it through the storm and the reason I keep creating now. So if you’ve ever been told you’re too much, too sensitive, too dramatic—pick up the brush anyway. You might just find yourself again in the colours.
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10 Spooky & Soul-Soothing Halloween Art Creations for Nervous System Regulation (and a Happy ADHD Brain!)
This Halloween, let your inner artist rise from the grave of burnout and anxiety. These 10 spooky-but-soothing art therapy creations aren’t just fun—they’ll regulate your nervous system, boost your dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, and leave you floating in a cauldron of peace and joy. 🕯️✨
5-10 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
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Halloween is my absolute favourite holiday – inviting in the weird, the mystical, the misfit and the MAGIC ✨
The costumes, the candles, the chaos! The chance to be unapologetically weird and creative? Yes please. Every October, I can feel my inner witch cackling with joy. It’s the one time of year the world actually celebrates shadow work and self-expression instead of labelling it “too much.”
But here’s the thing: Halloween doesn’t just have to be about sugar highs and spooky vibes. It can also be a sacred invitation to regulate your nervous system, express your emotions, and give your ADHD brain the happy chemicals it craves (hi dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin 💋).
So light your black candle, turn up the lo-fi haunted beats, and let’s get messy, witchy, and creative. Here are 10 easy, spooky art therapy creations that’ll calm your mind, heal your nervous system, and fill your soul with pure, pumpkin-spiced joy.
Fun Fact about me: I don’t actually enjoy Pumpkin Spice all that much, and I never have Pumpkin Spice Lattes, as those are coffee, and we all know I don’t drink that stuff; however, I see a lot of you do, and so does my partner. She’s low-key obsessed, in fact.
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👻 10 Spooky Art Therapy Creations for a Calm Mind & Regulated Nervous System
🕸️ 1. Witchy Watercolour Night Sky
Let your brush wander across the paper with purples, blacks, and deep blues. Add stars, a glowing moon, or a witch silhouette flying by.
Therapeutic benefit: The flowing nature of watercolor encourages emotional release and nervous system regulation.You’ll literally watch your worries bleed into art.
This image was created using Google Gemini AI for this blog and to encourage inspiration.
“The goal with art isn’t to go out and buy everything new. Use what you have! Get Creative!”
👻 2. Textured Ghost Painting
Grab some modelling paste, tissue paper, spackle, or anything that adds texture—and paint your own little textured ghosties on canvas. Play with the paint using your fingers, a palette knife, or even old brushes. My partner and I found this idea on Pinterest and decided to make our own ghost art—it’s both spooky and strangely healing. (While I’ve worked with texture before and absolutely love it, Megan and I haven’t had a chance to create this specific piece yet—but it’s next on our list!)
There’s something about painting with texture that feels both grounding and transcendent—like being out of body while deeply in your body. It’s a form of self-expression that lets your emotions flow through touch and movement rather than words. Also, fun tip: If your love language is physical touch, this can create the sensation of that – creating with the Universe!
Therapeutic benefit: Working with texture helps your body release stored stress, regulate your nervous system through tactile stimulation, and increases dopamine and serotonin by engaging your senses. It’s grounding, present, and pure creative joy.
Just search “Textured Ghost Painting” on Pinterest for more ideas :)
Source: CraftBits.com
🎭 3. “Mask” Your Mood
Create a “spooky” mask that expresses how you actually feel—ghosted, fiery, witchy, anxious, or calm. Use paint, feathers, or torn paper. I always like the papier-mache look, or in elementary school, I remember making a mask of my own fae using gauze, also known as a plaster strip mask.
Therapeutic benefit: Helps with emotional regulation and expression without words. A safe outlet for your shadow side 👁️.
The mask I made in elementary school was painted orange, with blues and some pinks. It hung in my bedroom for a while, then was tossed in the art pile, now it lives at my mother’s… perhaps we got rid of it? I’m not sure to be honest, however, it was one of the COOLEST experiences possible, to make one of these with a friend, loved one or stranger in art class!
🍁 4. Earth Element Art (Leave No Trace Witchcraft)
Step outside and gather what calls to you—fallen leaves, sticks, stones, petals, bark, pinecones, even a little dirt. Create a witchy landscape or Halloween-inspired scene using only what nature provides—no glue, no tape, no tools. Let your intuition guide you as you arrange your materials into shapes, patterns, or symbolic art forms. (I love doing these on a black piece of paper for that extra POP!)
Maybe your leaves form a crescent moon, your stones outline a cat, or your twigs shape a tiny haunted forest. When you’re done, snap a photo to honour your creation, then let the wind, rain, or time take it away—returning it gently back to the Earth.
This is creation as ceremony. It’s impermanent, grounding, and deeply connected to the elements around you.
Therapeutic benefit: Working directly with the earth promotes nervous system regulation through grounding and sensory connection. The natural textures and organic flow of materials support presence, peace, and serotonin release.It’s mindfulness disguised as magic—and it’s free.
Just search “Art with nature elements and materials only” on Pinterest for more ideas :)
Artist: Sister Golden, for both the skeleton and witch made from natural materials, originally found on Pinterest
🦇 5. Bat Wing Gratitude Garland
Cut out bat shapes and write one thing you’re grateful for on each wing. String them together into a garland for your wall or altar.
Therapeutic benefit: Boosts serotonin and oxytocin through gratitude and creativity. Also—it looks cute as hell.
Fun Tip: Write your gratitude and affirmations with gold or silver marker to give it that extra flair and make it a family activity or a craft with your partner, that way you can infuse your home with the energy of gratitude, benefiting all. These are my absolute fave gold and silver markers, including acrylic and oil-based paint markers… get ‘em here for you halloween and holiday crafts.
💀 6. Skull of Self-Love
Draw or paint a sugar skull that represents parts of yourself you’ve buried or forgotten. Fill it with affirmations, bright colours, and words of power.
Therapeutic benefit: Combines inner healing, identity integration, and dopamine activation. Shadow work meets sugar skull.
This art therapy exercise allows you to open up forgotten layers of self, maybe the self you’ve masked all this time. It’s a helpful creativity activity to unlock your purpose, connect with your inner child and allow you to experience the passions you once had (but forgot about).
This list features my fave fantastic (and affordable) art supplies for both adults and children. You can also find my fave arts and crafts supplies for Halloween crafts and art therapy activities (like these ones), on the same list.
Get creative with this idea! If you can’t find a skull from the dollar store, think outside the box! Check out my Fave Art Supplies for inspo. These don’t have to be exactly as in the picture, let your imagination wander… maybe you decide that little wooden ornament skulls are best for this project for you and your family.
Pssst… I have these blank little wooden skull ornaments, and they’re so stinkin’ cute!! Check them out here.
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A Grant for Growth…
The STARDUST Grant: A Cosmic Invitation for Creators, Dreamers, and Change-Makers
Every so often, the Universe nudges me to make magic more accessible — and this is one of those moments.
The STARDUST Grant is my way of sponsoring part of your tuition into the container, because I know not everyone has the financial freedom yet — but they have the drive, purpose, and spark to create extraordinary change.
Normally, this experience is valued at $299/month (and currently available for $97/month) — but through this grant, you can join for just $30/month.
This isn’t a sale. It’s an energetic exchange designed to support those who are ready to rise but need a little cosmic boost to get there.
Limited to only 3 spots, because energetic alignment matters — and this is a sacred investment, from me to you.
🔮 7. Create a “Patronus” Spirit Animal Bookmark
Draw or paint your favourite spooky creature—wolf, raven, cat, or owl—on cardstock and turn it into a bookmark. My favourite is adding sparkles and glitter! Pro Tip: I like laminating my bookmarks and adding a handmade tassell or some spooky beads on the end.
Therapeutic benefit: Taps into imagination, connection, and mindfulness, while encouraging focus and presence (hello, ADHD joy).
I like utilizing recycled carboard and materials as much as possible in my art projects. Go diving in your recycling bin at home (or the neighbours if you dare) and find a piece of carboard that sticks out to you. Have old yarn or string laying around? Turn it into a Tassel!
“Art is meditation. For the mind that wanders, ruminates and stays up at night... art is the solution. Art is therapy.”
🧙♀️ 8. Tiny Altar of Joy
Use found objects—acorns, dried flowers, leaves, stones, candles—to make a tiny altar or shadow box that represents peace and joy. You can even make this a “travelling” altar by using an old eyeglasses case or a small box.
Therapeutic benefit: Regulates your nervous system through grounding and tactile connection. Plus, it’s hella cute and witchy.
I love adding rose petals and whatever else I can find in my witchy cabinet. Bay leaf is for manifesting wealth and good luck - that’s always fun! My fave is incorporating incense or herbal resin so I can burn it all in my cauldron afterwards.
🕯️ 9. Mood Potion Painting
Assign colours to emotions (red = anger, blue = peace, gold = joy, etc.) and mix them together intuitively on canvas or paper. No plan, no pressure.
Therapeutic benefit: Releases emotional buildup and activates dopamine and serotonin through sensory flow.
I love working with textured art and paintings, so for myself personally, what speaks to me is doing this as a textured painting; however, I could also see (and feel intuitively) how this would be a fantastic watercolour exercise/meditation.
Sometimes seeing your emotions splayed out brings a sense of understanding, clarity and a love for that emotion, or at the very least an acceptance that hadn’t arrived until now. This is one of my favourite activities. In the past I have created these paintings using textured paints, markers, through decoupage art or even digital painting through one of my favourite apps: Procreate. You can learn more about the tools I use here.
🎃 10. Paint Your Inner Monster… We all have one 😛
Draw or paint your “inner chaos gremlin.” Make them weird, funny, dramatic—whatever feels right. Then name them.
Therapeutic benefit: Encourages emotional awareness, self-acceptance, and a sprinkle of humour. Because sometimes your anxiety just needs a silly name and googly eyes.
This one time, I painted what anger felt like and looked like to me by focusing in on the feeling, and painting it while moving through anger. I also doodled a little ADHD “monster”, he’s hot pink and so cute!
Sometimes seeing our own emotions painted as gremlins or monsters humanizes them, allowing us to feel and find acceptance… eventually loving the monster within. And other times it makes us look at things differently… recognizing we no longer want to be held by said monster. When that time comes for you, Join The STARDUST Container and claim your power.
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✨ The Magic Behind the Madness
Every one of these spooky art rituals engages your nervous system, dopamine pathways, and inner child—helping you reconnect to calm, creativity, and joy. You’re not just crafting… you’re regulating, healing, and expanding.
So grab your paints, your crystals, your glitter glue—and remember:
You don’t need to be an artist to make art.
You just need to be willing to feel, play, and let the magic move through you.
🔮 Choose Your Magic
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From Pressure to Flow: Unlocking Your True Potential
Feeling stuck under pressure? Discover how to transition from force to flow, release limiting beliefs, and unlock your authentic power: key insights and actionable steps from a high-level coaching session.
5-8 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you push, the results just don’t show up? Like you’re sprinting toward a finish line that keeps moving farther away?
You’re not alone—and the truth is, the struggle isn’t about working harder. It’s about how you show up for yourself and whether you’re living in flow or under pressure.
In this high-level coaching session, we dive deep into why we put pressure on ourselves, how our nervous system reacts, and how to step into a state of ease and authenticity that actually yields results.
If you’re more of a video girly, you can watch the full high-level coaching class below after reading this blog.
Step inside a 60-minute high-level coaching class exploring what happens when you put pressure on yourself—and how it impacts your nervous system. Originally part of the esteemed Emerging You program, this transformative session now lives within The STARDUST Container.
Understanding the Pressure
Pressure. It sneaks in quietly, often disguised as ambition or drive. But what I’ve noticed—and what I shared with my students (when I was coaching within the highly esteemed Emerging You program)—is that pressure doesn’t accelerate results. In fact, it often slows us down. We convince ourselves that if we rush, control every step, or push harder, we’ll get what we want faster. But the reality? The results still arrive on their own timeline, and pressure only makes the journey more stressful.
During our class, I guided participants through a meditation to connect with their deepest center—the point of authenticity where confidence and comfort coexist. Placing a hand on the heart, breathing slowly in and out, and feeling the vibrational frequencies of our being, we reminded ourselves that limitations are often in the mind and they can be released.
Pressure doesn’t make diamonds here—authenticity does.
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Flow vs. Force
Flow isn’t about laziness—it’s a state of aligned action. It’s moving with your natural rhythm, trusting that life is unfolding as it should. In flow, actions feel inspired, results come without struggle, and energy flows through passion rather than pressure.
I shared from personal experience: the more I tried to force outcomes, the less satisfied and effective I felt. But when I let go, trusted the process, and embraced flow, everything aligned more naturally.
Some takeaways from this session:
Pressure is rooted in fear and control.
Flow is rooted in trust and alignment.
Passion creates powerful energy that attracts results effortlessly.
“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them; that only creates sorrow.”
Releasing False Beliefs
We all carry coping mechanisms—habits or tools that we developed to survive or feel safe—but some of them limit our potential. Maybe you’ve felt unworthy, like success isn’t meant for you, or that your creativity isn’t enough. These beliefs often stem from childhood experiences, past failures, or even messages from authority figures.
In class, we explored how spiritual experiences, dreams, and even synchronicities can guide us to release these false beliefs and embrace our authentic potential. Whether it’s journaling, connecting with angel cards, or simply reflecting on what you love, these practices help uncover what truly energizes you.
Actionable Insight:
Daily Centering: Place your hand on your heart and breathe deeply—four counts in, eight counts out. Do this for a few minutes each morning to center yourself.
Identify Pressure Triggers: Notice where in your life you push unnecessarily. Ask yourself, “Am I operating from fear or love?”
Embrace Flow: Take inspired action in alignment with your passions. Trust that the results will follow.
Journaling Practice: Write down what you love and what you want to experience. Break it down into weekly or monthly intentions to track your growth.
Recognize False Beliefs: Notice thoughts or habits that limit you. Ask, “Is this true? Does this serve me?” Then consciously release them.
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Stepping Into Your Power
This session isn’t just about theory—it’s about awakening to your own capabilities. There’s more than enough room in life for you to succeed, to be passionate, to take bold leaps, and to create abundance. Your higher self is already in flow—your job is to step into that state and trust it.
Who are you going to be today to access the you you want tomorrow? This is your invitation to move from pressure to passion, from fear to love, and from doubt to authentic action.
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Blanket Burrito CEO: Running Life & Biz on Your Period (Like A Pro)
Running your business while on your period doesn’t have to feel like pushing through quicksand. By honouring your cycle and planning ahead, you can turn your period into a time of creativity, alignment, and flow. Here’s how to streamline both your business and your life so you thrive—blanket burrito and all.
3-5 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
So last time, we talked about the Period Saddies—the blanket burrito moods, the cravings, and the “I just want to disappear into a rom-com” kind of vibes. And if you haven’t yet, you can peep my go-to snack list here.
👉 Stay tuned, because today we’re diving into something even juicier: cycle syncing and how to actually run your business (and your life) in flow with your period.
Honouring Your Ebb & Flow
Here’s the truth… A truth that took me “way too long” to learn… You don’t have to push yourself into hustle mode when your body is literally saying, “babe, we’re bleeding, let’s chill.” Instead, you can work with your cycle, not against it. That means knowing what you’re like during your period and planning ahead.
Aligned Essentials for Human Design Projectors: Rest & Reset During Your Period
I’ve rounded up my favourite products that make life (and business) feel way more effortless and aligned. From cozy tools for rest to project-friendly essentials, check out my curated list here.
Let’s get into the tips!
👉 Tip #1: Prep Like a Pro
If you know you get sluggish, “lazy,” or want to live your best burrito life, plan for it.
Cook your favourite meals ahead of time.
Chop veggies and freeze them for easy soups.
Batch create your social media, YouTube, or blog content before your period starts.
Schedule lighter tasks that feel cozy and fulfilling—like art, design, or journaling.
Ask yourself:
👉 What am I like during my period?
For example, I know I don’t feel like talking to a lot of people. I’d rather skip sales calls and lean into behind-the-scenes things that feel creative and grounding—like painting, submitting art to galleries, or writing blogs like this.
“Anything you can do online can be done from bed.”
Why leave your blanket burrito? Anything online can happen from here.
Tip #2: Schedule Your Social (or Anti-Social) Life
Do you want to host a party while cramping? Probably not. Don’t set yourself up for burnout. If you know you’re more introverted during your period, skip big social events and honour your need for inward time. Maybe that looks like:
Connecting with one or two close friends
Spending time in nature
Crafting or creating quietly with loved ones
Or even full-on “I’m a loner this week, thanks bye.”
Give yourself permission to design your business and life around your real energy—not what you “should” be doing… Cause let’s be real… that’s performative… keep that in theatre class.
Be extra when you wanna be.
Tip #3: Feed Your Body What It Needs
Yes, the cravings are real (hello dark chocolate 👋), but balancing those out with healthy fats and nourishing meals can help stabilize your mood and energy. Think of it as fueling your creativity and giving your body love, not punishment. I like to have a lot of seeds and proteins during this time to help with the cravings, so I’m not eating a Costco-sized bag of chips, ice cream, popcorn and everything in between.
Tip #4: Honour Rest as Productive
Your period is a natural inward cycle. Rest is not laziness—it’s part of the flow. When you give yourself permission to slow down, you actually come back stronger in the next phase of your cycle.
I find myself VERY creative during this time, and I love jotting down ideas, brainstorming, journaling, doodling and allowing. Check out my ALL TIME favourite journals here: They allow you to draw, doodle, write, paint, collage, journal, take notes, brainstorm and so much more!
You can do anything you dream of, you can attract anything that has a true desire… but you don’t have to do it all on your period, that’s burnout sweetie. Use this time to relax, connect, eat some snacks and keep things productive behind-the-scenes.
💫 Your Cycle is a Superpower
The more you plan ahead, the more your period becomes less of an obstacle and more of a natural rhythm in your business and life. Imagine syncing your launches, creative projects, and even your social energy with the cycles of your body. That’s true alignment.
Get out of your head, and into your body!
With my fave ways to rest, brainstorm and get creative from your blanket burrito!
Moon Cycle Meltdowns (a.k.a. The Period Saddies): Why We’re Crying, Eating & Questioning Life Again
Ah, the Period Saddies—when your uterus stages a full-blown rebellion, your emotions run wild, and you suddenly cry over a paper towel commercial. Let’s laugh through the tears and honour this monthly rollercoaster.
5 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
This book is NOT about periods, but the title sure is fitting!
Let’s be real: the Period Saddies are like clockwork.
Every month, just when you’re living your best life, your uterus says, “Surprise! It’s chaos o’clock.” Suddenly, you’re a walking contradiction of emotions, cravings, and irrational life decisions—and honestly, it deserves its own Netflix special.
Here are the top ways the Period Saddies show up—and why we can all laugh through the pain:
1. Crying Over Literally Nothing (and Everything)
One second you’re fine, the next you’re sobbing because your sock fell off weird. Commercials, TikToks, and even the thought of your cat’s little paw beans = waterworks. Honestly? Oscar-worthy performances every single time. I literally cried yesterday because I was watching Stitch, the live-action movie (for the second time), and you know where Nani goes into the water to save Stitch and basically, football carries him out? Ya, I cried. For the SECOND time. The first being in theatres.
My partner and I love getting cozy and building blanket forts! We make popcorn, sip on some Bubly, and dive into a movie. Lately it’s been all about 90’s nostalgia, but yesterday we watched the new Stitch—and yes, we both cried (in case you missed the memo up top).
2. Snackpocalypse Mode Activated
Forget balanced meals. During the Period Saddies, you either want an entire Costco-sized bag of chips OR 14 donuts OR both at once. And if anyone dares to suggest a salad? Prepare for war.
I don’t know about you but it’s girl dinner for me.
Please include Pickles.
3. “Do I Even Like THEM?” Energy
Romantic partners beware: the Period Saddies are when you suddenly decide your entire relationship is on thin ice because they chewed too loud once. The jury in your uterus is harsh, and unfortunately, court is in session.
4. Burrito Blanket Syndrome
Forget productivity. The only thing that matters is your couch, a fuzzy blanket, and Netflix asking, “Are you still watching?” (Yes, Netflix. Don’t shame me. I can’t even stand up straight right now.)
Keep ‘em comin’!
5. Existential Dread for No Reason
You’ll find yourself staring at the ceiling, thinking: What am I even doing with my life? …and then 24 hours later, you’re completely fine again. (The whiplash is real.)
6. The Hot Water Bottle (or little microwave smelly pouch that also smells like lavender) is your Soulmate
That rubbery, awkward-shaped bestie who knows just where to sit on your belly? Yeah, that’s the real MVP of the Period Saddies.
Sometimes you want everything during your period, and that’s okay!
Final Thoughts:
The Period Saddies are like an uninvited guest that shows up monthly, eats all your snacks, cries on your couch, and leaves without saying thank you. But here’s the thing: you survive it every single time.
So next time you’re in the trenches, just remember: you’re not alone. We’re all out here crying over dog commercials, rage-snacking on pickles, and rethinking our entire existence once a month.
Tag your bestie who also cries at Pixar movies and pass the snacks.
Feeling the period blues? Don’t just sit there—treat yourself! 🍫💖 I’ve rounded up my ultimate feel-good snack list that’ll have your taste buds (and your mood) dancing. Check out my favourites here!
Check Out My Favourite Snacks For Period Week
Plant-based edition!
Next Friday: We’re talking about how to streamline your business (and your life) during your period like a pro—because blanket burrito mode and success can coexist.
Why ADHD is the Ultimate Hobby Superpower (10 Quirky Lessons from Trying Everything)
Having ADHD means my hobby list is longer than a CVS receipt — but each one taught me something unexpected. From gilded seashells to growing pineapples, here’s the messy, magical, sometimes swear-y truth about turning curiosity into therapy.
7-10 minute read
written on: August 13, 2025
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
With ADHD, I can always count on two things:
Discovering a new hobby.
Immediately wondering if I’ll be obsessed for life… or drop it faster than a hot glue gun with no glue stick.
And why should you listen to me, the woman who has had literally over a thousand hobbies so far? Because, whether or not you have ADHD, I’ve learned some surprisingly deep (and sometimes hilarious) lessons from every single one. And maybe, just maybe, you’ll walk away with your next obsession, too.
Fair warning: some are artsy, some are therapeutic, and some ended in mild disaster. But every single one taught me something — even if that “something” was don’t fucking monetize everything you love.
“Jack of all trades, master of none, though oftentimes better than master of one.”
The Decoupage Shells that Saved My Mental Health. Click to see these shells in action.
#1 – Gilded Decoupage Shells
This one comes with a ⚠️ trigger warning.
Trigger warning: I mention suicidal thoughts in this section. I share it because art helped save my life, and maybe it can help someone else too. But if that’s not something you want to read right now, scroll on.
Pros: Meditative, beautiful, and makes you feel like a mermaid with Mod Podge.
Cons: Gold paint is addictive. You may start casually hoarding shells “for art” like a beach raccoon.
Here’s the truth: when I started this project, I was in a terrifyingly dark place. I was experiencing suicidal thoughts. And that was shocking even to me — because I fucking love life.
It felt like my brain had betrayed me, playing an endless loop of thoughts and images that I did not want to see. I was confused, scared, and deeply unsettled.
I knew I needed to get out of my head and back into my body. One day, while washing my hands, I looked down at our bathroom sink. We have a big white shell as a soap dish — beautiful, but plain. I pictured it with a patterned interior and gilded edges. Turns out… that’s an actual thing.
That’s when I saw gilded decoupage shells on Pinterest! In all honesty.. I was so excited; this was my new hyperfixation for healing.
Before you come after me in the comments section… Megan and I collected empty shells from Vancouver Island beaches that we had sitting around the house… so I grabbed napkins, Mod Podge, a dollar-store brush, and gold paint. I turned the whole process into a slow, mindful ritual — cutting, pasting, painting — until each shell became something beautiful, meaningful and a reminder of gratitude (and life).
I called them gratitude shells. I mailed them to friends and Velvet VA members with handwritten notes, a little reminder that they were loved and appreciated. And in doing that, I remembered I was loved and appreciated too.
Lesson learned: Gratitude heals more than glitter ever could… but glitter helps. When your brain betrays you, art instead.
Yup! I painted that, and I’m pretty proud of it. First-ever textured painting.
#2 – Textured Art and Painting
Pros: Feels like finger painting for adults, but fancier.
Cons: You will stare at a half-finished piece for two weeks trying to “feel” the next layer.
I first saw content creators painting with knives on canvas — thick swipes of color, layers of texture, acrylic mediums being slathered like fancy cake icing. It looked so soothing I had to try it.
But here’s the thing: I’m the type who will only try something when I’m good and ready — not when the algorithm demands it. So no, I didn’t sprint to the art store the moment TikTok told me to ‘heal my inner child with paint.’ I’m a responsible adult, which means I opened Pinterest, pinned 87 ‘inspiration ideas’… and then let them marinate for, oh, five months. Because apparently, step one of my creative healing process is procrastination with aesthetic vision boards.
Mixing baking soda into acrylic paint gave my work this gorgeous, sandy, stone-like texture. My setup was pure ADHD budget brilliance: an easel from Facebook Marketplace, paints and palette knives from Amazon, and brushes from the Dollar Store (because Rule #1 of ADHD hobbies: do not buy the expensive stuff before you know if you’ll stick with it).
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There’s something incredibly freeing about layered textured painting. You can build, scrape, smear, and redo — and each layer becomes part of the story. Sometimes I’d leave a painting sitting on the easel for a week or two in my living room, staring at it while it stared back at me, both of us waiting for the other to make the first move.
I learned that art like this isn’t about rushing to “done” like I used to do with my orgasms.. It’s about listening to the process, to your mood, to the little voice that says more texture here or stop before you ruin it.
Lesson learned: Let the art tell you when it’s done. Sometimes that takes weeks. Meanwhile, your heart, ADHD, and “too-muchness” will absolutely try to keep adding until it looks like a unicorn barfed on it. Pro tip: stop before the glitter casualties pile up. And don’t be afraid to try new things, like adding salt, sand or other textures – like sprinkles!
#3 – Gardening
Pros: Satisfaction of eating something you grew yourself.
Cons: Deer will ruin your dreams. Twice.
I went into gardening thinking it would be a soul-healing, earth-connection, “my-hands-in-the-soil” kind of experience. And in some ways, it was — there’s something magical about seeing vegetables grow and knowing you made that happen. But here’s the thing: gardening is way better when you start out with friends, family, or a partner. Mostly because there’s a lot of waiting around…and it’s a lot of work while having other creative projects and passions (not to mention a business) on the go.
Gardening isn’t about instant gratification. The biggest lesson it taught me? Nothing grows overnight… it all takes patience, care, and the right environment for your little plant babies to thrive.
When we lived in a house with a backyard, I went big. Tomatoes, squash, carrots, radishes, strawberries, herbs. The results?
When we lived in a house with a backyard, I went big: tomatoes, squash, carrots, radishes, strawberries, herbs. The results? A small but respectable harvest… until deer wiped out the entire garden. Not once. Twice. The audacity. I spent hours setting up barriers and extra fences, screaming FUCK! at the top of my lungs… in my head, because neighbours. I tried to calm myself with, “They’re so cute, remember when babies came by?” And my partner goes, “The babies need to eat too.” Ugh… fine.
Now that we’re in an apartment, I’ve downsized and it’s much more my speed. Herbs and strawberries are my jam: basil, peppermint, chamomile, medicinal flowers — all the things I can tend daily without needing a tractor (not that we needed one before). We’ve even been growing a pineapple and a few avocado plants from seed. Do they take forever? Absolutely. But I’m weirdly okay with that now.
Our grapefruit tree died, though… my proudest moment: Growing it from a grapefruit seed inside a real grapefruit from the supermarket! So cool!
Lesson learned: Not everything in life is instant gratification. Except maybe basil. And deer eating all your food. I guess that means it was delicious…
#4 – Upcycling Furniture
Pros: Your space gets that Pinterest-worthy glow without the $3,000 “designer” price tag.
Cons: Your apartment will smell faintly of paint for about a week (even if you did it outside on the balcony or patio.
Suggestion: Use eco-friendly, non-toxic paint, which has virtually no bad smells or vibes.
Megan and I have turned plant stands, trunks, shelves, and even whole walls into works of art with a little colour magic (and a lot of chaos in the middle). Sometimes we start with a clear vision, and other times it’s more like… “Let’s just see what happens if we paint it pink and gold at midnight.”
Lesson learned: How rewarding it is to have something upcycled by your own hands. Every time I glance at our pink and rose-gold shelf, my heart does a little happy dance.
I went deep diving for a photo of my actual soaps but clearly didn’t dive deep enough (the hard drives are a whole other ocean). So this will do—thanks, ChatGPT! Mine were pretty similar, except the Himalayan pink salt layer was never thatthicc. Funny enough, I always photographed my soaps on the floor (yep, classy) or a windowsill… so this background actually checks out.
#5 – Soap Making
Pros: Your whole house smells like a luxury spa.
Cons: One “fun little hobby” order away from never wanting to look at soap again.
Back in 2015, I ran a soap-making company called Healing Properties. My thing? Infusing vegan soaps with Reiki energy, healing herbs, salts, and natural colours like turmeric, beetroot powder, and spirulina.
My vision was to bring natural, skin-loving ingredients into a world drowning in toxins — partly because I had super sensitive skin and nearly everything made me break out, and partly because, well… making soap is fun.
For a while, it was magical.
I’d pour, swirl, and decorate soaps like they were tiny works of art.
And then came The Wedding Order.
Ninety-five… maybe one hundred and ten bars. Somewhere in there, I blacked out.
Suddenly, my kitchen looked like a small apothecary had exploded. I made mistakes. The rose petals on top faded (because nature loves to keep us humble… or because I didn’t spray them with alcohol, whatever). What once felt like a soothing ritual… became a factory production line.
Lesson learned: Not every hobby needs to be monetized. Some things are better kept for yourself — otherwise, you might end up side-eyeing a bar of handmade lavender soap like it owes you money.
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#6 – Content Creation
Pros: Sharing your life, inspiring people, connecting with your community.
Cons: Social media burnout is very, very real.
I’ve been around the content block — YouTube, TikTok, Instagram… and now this blog. My YouTube channel has definitely seen better days, but lately I’ve been having a lot of fun on TikTok, Instagram, and, most of all, right here in blog-land.
I even have a few YouTube videos recorded and sitting patiently on my hard drive, waiting for me to edit them. But here’s the thing — content creation isn’t just about filming and posting. It’s about building habits, creating a flow, and making sure you’re not forcing yourself into burnout territory for the sake of “staying relevant.”
Right now, blogging has my heart, so that’s where my energy is going. YouTube will still be there when I’m ready to share more inspiring content — and when I do, I’ll probably post some of it here too.
Lesson learned: Authenticity > trends. Nobody wants a copycat, unless you're getting plastic surgery to look like everyone else. Sorry not sorry.
Stacks on stacks of journals—each one crammed with late-night thoughts, therapy scribbles, emotional plot twists, doodles, maps, wild ideas, and the occasional stroke of genius. Basically, my brain on paper. 🎥 Check out the video here for the full scoop.
#7 – Writing
Pros: Cathartic, creative, healing.
Cons: You’ll always want to write more than you actually have time for.
I’ve been a writer on and off for nearly my entire life. Back in school, I was obsessed with it — churning out short stories, poetry, and even children’s books, all inspired by dreams, random ideas, and pure love for storytelling.
Many of my pieces came straight from my imagination, but some were pulled from dreams so vivid I had to get them onto paper before they vanished.
These days, I’m still writing constantly — just in different forms.
It’s blogs, social captions, content for my business, personal emails, and most importantly, journaling. My journal is where I work through catharsis, process my emotions, and integrate more peace into my life with every pen stroke and carefully chosen word.
Lesson learned: Self-expression won’t just heal you — it will save your soul.
You can purchase my art here or on Etsy. Visiting Vancouver Island? My stickers and prints are available at The Nightmare Oasis Art Gallery in Nanaimo.
#8 – Digital Art (Not AI)
Pros: No cleanup. Endless creativity.
Cons (or Pro, depending on how you look at it): Easily getting lost in your creativity for 6+ hours… HELLO hyperfixation!
Art has been in my life since I was a kid — more like it raised me. It’s been my place for emotions (from grief to pure joy), my transformation, my peace, my therapy, and my lifelong companion. Digital art in particular has always fascinated me. I’ve created pieces that range from dopamine-drenched childlike doodles to intricate, transformational works that look like light language or ancient codes beamed in from another dimension.
I work intuitively, often “channelling” pieces in apps like Procreate, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Sometimes the art comes out exactly how I imagined. Other times it surprises me entirely — which is honestly half the fun. Right now, I’m working on a top-secret project connected to some of my earliest digital work, and I’m obsessed with the flow state it pulls me into every single time. Stay tuned to hear more.
Lesson learned: Love the progress, trust the process. Be open to what comes through — it might be even better than what you saw in your mind’s eye.
#9 – Reading
Pros: Expands your mind, heart, and vocabulary.
Cons: Finding the right book with ADHD takes effort (and a stubborn streak).
I didn’t become a reader until adulthood. In high school? Forget it. I wouldn’t even finish a book for an assignment — I once “read” Of Mice and Men by watching the movie, piecing together whatever the teacher read aloud in class, and calling it a day.
Turns out, I just needed the right tools, the right genres, and permission to read my way. Now I devour books on self-development, spirituality, art, consciousness, ancient Egypt, biographies, design — basically anything that catches my curiosity and refuses to let go. My attention span may be picky, but when I find the right book, I’m unstoppable.
And yes, the books have to have pictures… I mean, they don’t HAVE to… but I like when they do.
Lesson learned: Never give up on a skill just because you struggled with it before. (Also, Eat Pray Love is not the only book in the world.)
“Winter In Nanaimo” Photography by Sunny Voitsekhovsky, 2023/24. This was taken with my Google Pixel phone on Portrait Mode, unedited. At the time, we lived in a 1920s Heritage house, which served as true entrepreneurial history within Nanaimo; “Built in 1923, the Galbraith Residence is a very good example of a Late Craftsman bungalow, a popular style among Nanaimo's entrepreneurial and professional class during the 1920s.”
#10 – Photography
Pros: Forces you to see the world differently.
Cons: You’ll fill your camera roll in a single afternoon.
Before smartphones had great cameras, I carried a little digital camera everywhere. I took photos of everything — city streets, tangled forests, strangers’ faces, blurred headlights, pigeons mid-strut. Photography has been my quiet way of capturing not just what I see, but how I feel.
Every phase of my life came with its own photographic style, usually paired with words — captions, short stories, even poetry. It’s one of the ways I’ve shared my world in a way that feels inspiring to me, whether or not anyone else gets it.
Lesson learned: Always explore new perspectives — in photos and in life.
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Closing Thoughts
I’ve tried hundreds of hobbies, but these are just the first ten. ADHD might make me leap from one passion to another, but every single one has added something to my life — whether it’s patience, joy, new skills, or just a great story about deer destroying my tomatoes.
If you made it this far, drop a 🦒 in the comments so I know you’re my kind of human.
Learning to Slow the F*ck Down: How I Turned Pain Into Art and Alchemy
I was taught that slowing down was dangerous. That rest meant something bad was about to happen. For years, my nervous system lived in fight-or-flight—until I found art, my ultimate form of transformation. This is the story of how I turned pain into power, fear into self-expression, and chaos into alchemy.
3-5 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
I’ve been learning how incredibly uncomfortable it feels to face the slow.
Walking my dog through the forest, I notice how unnatural it feels to just… breathe. To stroll. To let my body relax into the rhythm of the earth. Because I wasn’t taught to slow down.
I was taught to rush.
To brace.
To survive.
Growing up, slowing down wasn’t just uncomfortable—it was unsafe.
I was wired to be on high alert. My nervous system didn’t know rest. My childhood was full of hypervigilance, fear, self-doubt, and emotional caretaking.
I was expected to monitor everyone else’s moods, behaviours, and reactions—while raising myself in the process.
Meditation? Yoga? Nervous system regulation?
I didn’t learn those words until my 20s.
As a kid, fulfillment wasn’t allowed. Play wasn’t encouraged. Rest wasn’t modelled. Everything had to be done in a frantic rush—usually because my mom spent too long getting ready, or because the house wasn’t “perfect” enough.
I remember watching her clean obsessively. Every fingerprint on a window, every crumb on the floor—she couldn’t let them be. It wasn’t about meaning or joy; it was about fear. Fear of stillness. Fear of facing emotions that threatened to rise to the surface.
And when she wasn’t scrubbing, she was glued to her Russian Farming video game—collecting fake coins and fake dopamine hits, chasing instant gratification instead of fulfillment.
She’s in her 70s now. Still stuck. Still unhappy. Still disconnected from nature, animals, and herself. Her whole life became a single, long-standing coping mechanism. No deep relationships, no rituals, no practices for true self-connection. Just avoidance.
When you keep going down an avoidant path, there’s nowhere else but down
And that legacy? She tried to hand it down to me.
But I said, fuck that.
I didn’t want to end up living in fear of myself, my emotions, my own f*cking life (or my mind).
So I turned to the only thing that ever felt like home: art.
As a kid, art was my escape. As an adult, it became my transformation. My alchemy.
When the weight of emotions threatened to crush me, I learned to pour them onto the canvas instead of burying them. Whether with paint, collage, or digital art—my pieces became containers for all the rage, grief, and longing I wasn’t allowed to express.
I finally opened my Etsy shop after being inactive for 6 years. Fear showed up (of course it did), but so did excitement and openness. And here’s the truth: you can move through fear. You can do the thing your soul is calling you to do. This is your sign to go for it—because you’re meant for so much more than hesitation. Visit my Etsy Shop >
Art saved my life.
What started as survival became liberation. What began as an escape evolved into an expansion.
Through art, I’ve given myself permission to slow down. To feel. To f*cking exist in my body.
And every piece I create carries that frequency. When you see my art, you’re not just looking at colours on a canvas—you’re witnessing transformation in real time. The alchemy of turning pain into whimsy, fear into power, chaos into creation.
If you want to experience that alchemy for yourself, you can explore my pieces here. Let them speak to your heart, your nervous system, your soul.
Because slowing down might feel unsafe at first. But when you finally do—it just might save your life.
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From Dream to Reality: A Higher Self Transmission on Manifestation and Imagination
Dreams aren’t just for sleeping—they’re portals, guides, and blueprints for your life. In this higher self transmission, discover how to step into the space between sleep and waking, where imagination becomes creation, and learn how to dream up the life you’ve always longed for.
5 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
A Higher Self Transmission
Beloved one,
Your dreams are not accidents. They are living transmissions—portals of creation, where your soul speaks through imagery, sensation, and story.
Last Friday, I showed you a vision: waking barefoot in a cottage, stepping onto soft clover, walking toward a lemon tree beneath the wide blue sky. You tasted the bright juice on your lips, felt the warmth of sunlight on your skin, and knew freedom in every breath.
This was not given to you as fantasy. It was not merely a daydream. It was a reminder.
You can dream up anything.
When you close your eyes, when you linger in that hazy space between sleep and waking, you are touching the fertile ground of creation.
It is here that imagination becomes a bridge—where the dream world meets the manifest world.
This is not child’s play. This is divine play.
The same space in which you imagine is the same space in which you manifest.
“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
Stay in this space longer. Let yourself wander. Feel the grass, hear the leaves, taste the lemon. The more vivid you allow the dream to become, the more real it is—and the more easily your waking world bends to meet it.
Dreams are your compass. They show you your fears through nightmares. They show you your desires through visions. They show you your forgotten truths through symbols, sacred images and animals. Pay attention. Record them. Honour them.
And know this: the dream life you long for does not only exist in sleep. It exists now. The only question is—will you dare to believe in the power of your imagination long enough to bring it through?
The dream world is your canvas. Your soul is the artist. Creation begins the moment you allow yourself to see, feel, and believe.
So, dream. And then—live your dream awake.
✨ Invitation from your Higher Self: Close your eyes after waking tomorrow. Return to your dream space. Ask: What vision is ready to be created through me today?
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🌙 Dreamscapes & Manifestation: Channelling Magic Through the Dream World
Dreams are more than fleeting images—they’re portals into creativity, manifestation, and your subconscious mind. In this dream transmission, I share how I use my dreamscapes to awaken childlike wonder, paint new realities, and create space for magic in everyday life.
5-10 minute read
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
I’ve always been fascinated by the dream world.
My dreams arrive like movies—rich, vivid, layered with meaning. Sometimes when I wake, my eyes still hazy, I prefer to close them again and slip back into that liminal space.
The dream state is where imagination flows freely, where it feels so easy to picture a scenario, to live a story I’ve already walked through in dreamland.
This morning, I asked myself: What would life feel like if I were living in a different way?
Immediately, an image unfolded:
I woke in a cozy bed, wrapped in pink sheets, my head sinking into pillows soft as clouds. The cottage around me was simple yet sacred, with cool stone and wood floors that kissed my bare feet as I wandered through the space. I paused to admire the stone fireplace in the living area, then continued toward the door, drawn outside.
Stepping into the backyard, I was greeted by acres of soft clover, cobblestone steps weaving gently through the landscape. Above me, the sky stretched wide and blue, with only a few wisps of cloud—so delicate they looked painted. A breeze stirred the trees, and their leaves whispered in harmony, carrying nature’s music through the air.
My body moved instinctively toward a lemon tree. One fruit shimmered in the sunlight, almost humming, calling to me: Pick me. I reached up, stretched onto my toes, and plucked the ripe lemon from its branch.
If I allowed the vision to expand, I could take it further still:
Biting into the fruit, tasting its sharp, sun-filled juice as it dripped down my lips, my chin, even my chest. The sting of citrus was playful, alive. I felt the breeze move through the sundress I wore—nothing underneath—every detail pulsing with freedom, warmth, and presence.
Can you feel it? Perhaps you felt yourself walking with me. Perhaps you saw the colours, heard the breeze, or tasted the lemon. That’s the power of imagination. It is not just fantasy—it’s embodiment.
This wasn’t simply a daydream. It was a dream-sequence transmission—a message from my higher self:
✨ You can dream up anything. And from that dream, you can create.
“Imagination is more important than knowledge.”
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The Magic of Dreamspace
When I linger in bed, drifting between wakefulness and sleep, I enter a flow state of creativity and manifestation. This state is playful, childlike, and full of potential. It’s a reminder that imagination is not “pretend”—it’s creation.
Dreams, whether gentle visions or intense nightmares, are teachers. They carry symbols, animals, emotions, and hidden truths from the subconscious.
Sometimes they echo what we’re living through. Sometimes they point toward what we’re avoiding. And sometimes they remind us that we haven’t, yet, given ourselves permission to create our dream life in waking reality.
Your dream world is not outside of you—it reflects you, guides you, transforms you, and offers itself as a canvas for creation. Your dream world may be the teacher you never expected, yet the one your soul has always longed for.
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An Invitation
So today, I share this dream transmission with you as an invitation. Spend a little longer in bed when your body calls for it.
Let your imagination play.
Record the dreamscapes that feel vivid, even if they don’t yet “make sense.”
This is how we reclaim the magic of our subconscious.
This is how we create from higher states of being.
This is how we remember that dreaming—both asleep and awake—is the first step to manifestation.
✨ Journaling prompt: What would happen if you allowed yourself to step back into your dreams and treat them as sacred transmissions?
For those who have walked with me this far, the path continues: part two will arrive next Friday as a pure transmission from your higher self—an offering for your heart, your mind, and your becoming.
My Sister Taught Me to Believe in Myself— Even When the World Tried to Silence Me
Through abuse, masking, and survival, one thing kept me going—my sister’s belief that I was capable of anything. This is a story about reclaiming identity, healing through art, and choosing yourself, even when it feels impossible.
3-5 minute read
written on: July 23, 2025
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
This blog started in the comfort of my own home—curled up on a blue double camping chair in our living room (the couch is still on its way).
From there, it followed me through every corner of our 500-some square foot apartment, as I wandered and let the words flow through speech-to-text.
At some point, I drifted to the ladder (which is our temporary "bar stool” so I could paint the seashells I found on the beach with Megan.
Another portion was written during a quiet walk with my dog through our neighbourhood and the nearby forest trails. It began as a raw journal entry, and slowly became something I felt ready to share.
And to be honest, something I felt called to share, and that needed to exist in a place for when you’re ready. When you’re ready, these messages will find you; they will show up for you, like a magical sign from God. So trust that when you’re reading this… it is the perfect time.
What can I say? I move around a lot.
It’s more personal than usual. But I hope it speaks to something in you. I hope it offers a moment of clarity, comfort, or even transformation.
I’ll still be writing content to support your business growth from the inside out—but I’m also allowing myself to share more of this.
The human stuff. The soft stuff. The stories that shaped me.
Also, if you’re wondering why neighbourhood, colour and honour are spelt this way… I am Canadian… what can I say?
What’s a blog without humour?… there I go again… being Canadian.
She held me like I was the most precious thing in the world… and she still does. The wallpaper? Let’s just call it ‘vintage character. I love this photo of us.
Without further ado.. Let’s get into the blog…
You know what I found myself thinking about today?
That my sister never once questioned whether I was enough.
She only ever asked me to be better if I was being an asshole or a drama queen (and let’s be real, for preteens and teenagers, that’s not exactly rare).
But she never made me feel small—aside from maybe that one fight we had.
She never made my dreams feel too big or made me feel like I was too much.
And that meant everything to me.
Because with my parents, I often felt overlooked. Misunderstood. Too much and not enough, all at the same time.
I remember feeling “stupid” as a kid.
Teachers made me feel that way.
My mom made me feel that way.
And my dad? He never once complimented my intellect.
But my sister…
She was the one person who consistently encouraged me.
She’d say things like, “You can have anything you ever dream of”, “You can have whatever you want.” Essentially saying… “It’s all accessible to you.”
Which is wild to think about—because we grew up really poor.
How did she have that kind of mindset?
How did I get so lucky to have a big sister… her… by my side?
I guess every kid needs one “normal” guardian.
Not dysfunctional, I mean…
Stanley Park, where my sister perfected her lifelong role as my bodyguard. In this moment, I was determined to stick my finger in a goose’s beak. She was determined to keep me alive. I still have the toxic trait of believing I’m Snow White and wild animals will love me (and not eat my head off).
As a child, I dreamt wildly. I wanted to go to Disneyland. I wanted to be an astronaut. Then, at six years old, I decided I wanted to be a business owner.
I wanted to be the first millionaire in my family.
I’d stare at myself in the mirror and imagine a life where I had so much money, I could just give it away—to artists, to galleries, to the people I believed in, and to those who needed it most.
And even if my sister didn’t always know the specifics of my dreams…
She made me feel like they were possible.
Somehow, one person believing in you, fully and without condition, can change everything.
She was the first person who made me believe I could achieve anything I set my mind to.
She never questioned my worth.
She never doubted my capabilities—not once, not even when it came to my art.
She held space for my dreams long before I dared to claim them myself.
Airport day — our big, unexpected ‘adventure.’ I’m grinning because I have no clue we’re being deported, moving across the ocean, and I’m about to lose my bodyguard to a world where I’ll be left with one emotionally unavailable adult and one… let’s just say, questionably mature. Ah, childhood — such a ride.
Right now, I’m sitting here painting seashells. I’m in flow. Art—of any kind—is my portal (you can check out my art here). It reconnects me to my truth.
And the truth is... It’s cheesy, but it’s real: My sister is the first reason I began to believe in bigger things, bigger possibilities and a bigger future for myself and the whole family.
Sure, she had high expectations. I remember studying for a spelling bee and her pushing me to get every word right. But her discipline came with encouragement. I was never made to feel like a bad person for making mistakes.
She never said:
“You’re broken.”
“You’re a problem.”
“You’re too much.”
“You don’t belong.”
But I’ve heard those words and felt those de-affirmations deeply before—too many times. More times than I can count.
I grew up with a mother who struggled with postpartum psychosis. She didn’t recognize us after I was born.
My sister, at just 16, stepped in to raise me. She had every reason to turn bitter... but she didn’t. She chose better.
Our mom believed poverty was permanent. That people like us didn’t stand a chance. Her fear lived in survival mode. And she passed that fear onto me like a family heirloom.
Ah, another Canadian beach day where the geese roam free. Batman action figure in hand — my childhood favourite superhero… though now I’m more into Marvel and the femme superheroes (with a soft spot for Spider-Man). And yes, that towel I’m wrapped in? Still around. It’s now our rescue dog’s beach towel.
But my sister? She broke the cycle.
She chose belief.
She chose love.
She chose me.
She taught me that dreams weren’t handed to anyone—but they were possible. That no one was coming to save me, but that didn’t mean I was powerless.
And while she held hope for me, I was surviving our mother.
A mother who didn’t like it when I was happy.
Or sad.
Or expressive.
Or queer.
Or neurodivergent.
I tiptoed through childhood like a ghost—watching her every move, shrinking myself to stay safe. I mirrored. I masked. I made myself small. I was terrified of being cast out. Terrified of being me.
If you haven’t read The Cost of the Mask: A Forest Walk Through My Past, you definitely should.
I was about 8 here — finally living in Canada, while my parents were still chasing that elusive Citizenship. (Spoiler: We got it when I was 17… and the first thing I did was book a Disneyland trip with my friend at the time - Josh.) Also, can we talk about how nearly every 90’s photo gave me creepy demon eyes? People back then were way too obsessed with the camera flash.
I came out in 2019. But I knew who I was much earlier.
I remember watching t.A.T.u.’s All the Things She Said on MuchMusic when I was eight. I was mesmerized. Two girls—loving each other. And for the first time, something clicked. I felt seen. I felt understood.
Then my mother appeared behind me. She crossed her arms and glared at the screen. “What an abomination,” she said. “If my daughter were gay... I don’t know what I’d do.”
And in that moment, I shrank.
I stopped trusting myself.
I learned that being who I was could cost me everything.
So I masked. I pretended. I became a “straight girl” to survive.
Because if I wasn’t what she wanted, I believed I would be discarded. Just one less mouth to feed. One less burden. One less space in a rental unit.
That’s how I learned not to take up space.
That’s how I forgot who I was.
That’s how I learned that authenticity wasn’t safe.
But here’s what I know now…
Masking is a betrayal of self.
Authenticity is the only way forward.
And believing in yourself isn't delusional—it’s defiance.
My sister taught me that.
She saw my light when others tried to dim it. She gave me room to grow into myself. She loved me before I knew how to love myself.
And I’ll spend the rest of my life honouring that—through my art, my words, my queerness, and my unapologetic existence.
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The Cost of the Mask: A Forest Walk Through My Past
What started as a forest walk turned into a reflection on my childhood, relationships, and how masking as an ADHD, neurodivergent woman kept me stuck in patterns of rejection and self-abandonment. This is the story of unmasking — of coming home to myself, one step at a time.
3-5 minute read
written on: July 22, 2025
by: Sunny Voitsekhovsky
This is the first time I’m sharing a blog that started as a raw journal entry — transcribed straight from a forest walk that turned into a heart walk. It’s more personal than usual. I hope it speaks to something in you. I hope it brings you a layer of transformation, or clarity, or comfort. And I hope I can continue writing more of these… alongside the content I create to help your business grow from the inside out.
The other day, I wandered through a nearby forest — the sunlight danced off the leaves, and every step I took stirred up clouds of dust from the dry earth beneath me. It reminded me of childhood. That magical moment when the dirt would puff under your feet like a little smoke signal from the earth saying, "You’re here. You exist."
And yet, for much of my life, I didn’t really feel like I existed.
At least not as myself.
For years, I wore a mask.
I masked to be liked.
I masked to be safe.
I masked to avoid rejection — to avoid abandonment.
I didn’t even ask to be understood.
I just did what I could to stay chosen.
Stay wanted. Stay acceptable.
The joke, though, was on me.
Because every time I put on that mask to protect myself… I walked a little further away from my true self.
I walked in alignment with rejection.
I walked in alignment with judgment.
And that’s exactly what I was met with — over and over again.
A forest doesn’t need to mask… it just is.
When you mask your true self in hopes of being accepted,
of feeling complete through someone else… rejection becomes inevitable.
Because sooner or later, your truth surfaces. And when it does, it might not match the story others have told themselves about you (based on how you presented). And so… they leave.
I always knew this. Deep down.
I remember thinking in relationships, “Eventually they’ll see the real me.”
Not a bad version — just me.
And when they did, I believed (and feared) they'd walk away… like my dad did.
Like the echo of every time he left, the ache in my chest and that heavy pit in my stomach would remind me — see? This is what happens.
A truth I didn’t want to face, but one I kept reliving anyway.
And unknowingly, I kept recreating that pain again and again.
For many cycles — the kind you'd swear were karmic or part of some cosmic punishment…
But really, it wasn’t karma.
It was a loop I didn’t yet know how to break.
Over and over, I built connections — both platonic and romantic — where I wore the mask just right. I became exactly who they needed me to be. Until I didn’t. Until I couldn’t. Until I just was… me.
And they left.
Because it wasn’t what they signed up for. Even if that "me" was beautiful, loving, loyal, and creative. It just didn’t align with the role they’d cast me in.
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In high school, it was the same. I was the people-pleaser, the one with no boundaries, the one who made others feel better at the expense of myself. When I started shedding that version… when I outgrew the mold… those friendships fell apart.
Not because I was awkward. Not because something was wrong with me. But because I was no longer useful in the way they wanted me to be.
And yet, for years, I blamed myself.
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Later, I ended up in a relationship that mirrored the worst parts of both of my parents. Emotionally abusive, controlling, gaslighting.
He had convinced me that even my high school friends abandoned me because I was awkward, weird, too much. He chipped away at the little confidence I had left (towards the end of our relationship) — and in the process, I began to believe it too.
But the truth?
The real issue wasn’t that I was awkward.
The real mistake I made was masking so hard and so completely that even my closest friends didn’t truly know me.
So when I started to show up as the real me — soft, bold, quirky, full of feelings, needs, and boundaries — I no longer fit their narrative. And they disappeared.
That’s not my fault. That’s self-protection.
It took me years to realize this:
Masking to connect is not real connection.
And when we chase belonging by abandoning ourselves, we lose the very people we tried to keep — but worse than that, we lose ourselves.
Here’s a photo of me as a kid on the right, happily eating strawberries (my favorite fruit growing up) and a photo of me in 2023 on the left.
Even then, all I really wanted was connection. Still do. 💫
That’s what happened in that abusive relationship. The worst part wasn’t even him. It was me — abandoning me. Losing my voice. Shrinking myself to nothing.
And I thought that was just the way it was. That this was my fate. My truth. My brokenness to carry.
But I was wrong. And I’m grateful for that.
Some mistakes become fantastic realizations.
And on that walk through the forest, with the leaves glistening and the dust rising up with every step like a gentle reminder from the earth — I realized I’m not walking away from myself anymore.
I’m walking home.
Marketing, Mayhem & Mother Broccoli: 5 Creators Who Prove that Time Freedom = Creative Freedom
From DIY queens to sketch comedy stars and the icons of drag, today’s most magnetic creators have built more than audiences—they’ve built empires on their own terms. In this post, we break down how Naomi Jon, Chit, Mia Maples, Kall Me Kris, and drag legends like Trixie Mattel and Sasha Colby leveraged authenticity, consistency, and creativity to build time-rich, freedom-filled businesses and lives. If you’re craving a life of more joy, less burnout, and biz that doesn’t run you into the ground—this one’s for you.
5-60 minute read (depending on your adhd personality)
I like to spend my time and days on the beach, especially on quiet weekdays when the world is working, hustling and making money.. I get to rest knowing I made money in my sleep.
Before we dive into these wildly iconic content creators…
Let me tell you something real quick…
Time freedom is the new luxury.
And creativity is the currency of the future.
Whether you're a creator, a business owner, or just someone manifesting their way out of the 9-5 grind..
There's so much we can learn from people who’ve carved their own lane in the digital space—people who turned their weird, quirky, chaotic, beautiful selves into FULL-ON BRANDS.
Let’s celebrate a few of my absolute fave creators who are marketing geniuses, spiritual time-freedom queens, and walking proof that being your full, authentic self is the secret sauce.
This is you making money in your sleep 💸
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💚 1. Naomi Jon aka MOTHER BROCCOLI
Naomi Jon is chaotic in the most delicious way possible. One minute she’s painting her face like a mythical forest creature, the next she’s eating Korean street food, jet-setting to Seoul, or filming skits with her bestie Vincent. Oh—and let’s not forget her music career and her cutie little cats, Chili and Taco.
She built her platform on boldness, humour, and authenticity—and it WORKS.
Her fans adore her because she never waters herself down. And that’s a marketing lesson all on it’s own: be polarizing, be memorable, be YOU.
💄 Makeup meets music
🍱 Fashion meets food
🌍 Travel meets transparency
And yes, she's basically the CEO of the broccoli cult. I'm in.
Takeaway: Naomi Jon is a masterclass in personality-driven branding. By fully owning her chaotic, creative, and comedic self, she turns every piece of content into a moment—and makes her audience feel like they’re part of the chaos with her. Her evolution proves that when you let your quirks lead and show up with realness (even when your girl scout cookie oven catches on fire), people stick around for you, not just the algorithm.
🎬 2. Chit… DO IT, LADY!
Chit—the painfully awkward coworker we all secretly know (and, somehow, deeply love). Created by Jay Renshaw and Kiel Kennedy (off-screen commentator and chaos co-pilot), this Groundlings-born character has absolutely exploded across TikTok and Instagram.
His now-iconic “Do it, Lady!” sketch has racked up over 12 million views—and counting.
The lighting? Horrendously perfect.
The hair? A glorious 80s/90s bowl cut masterpiece.
The ‘stache and thrift-store glasses? Absolutely intentional.
And yes—the internet is still screaming: “Is the guy behind Chit actually hot IRL??” (Spoiler: confirmed.)
What makes Chit so genius is the offbeat delivery. Like when he casually says, “Is there a black purse in here?” to a dead-silent (and slightly confused) office, or casually cracks a White Claw at his desk, calling it “juice” like it’s just another Tuesday. (Mango flavor, of course. Hey, @WhiteClaw? Brand collab moment.)
But the brilliance isn’t just in Chit—it’s the whole ensemble. Linda’s confusion. Peter’s hesitation. Kiel’s subtle commentary. The show plays like a fever dream you didn’t know you needed.
A lo-fi sketch series disguised as HR’s worst nightmare—and we are so here for it.
Chit is more than just memeable chaos. He’s proof that absurdity, when paired with clever storytelling, is still powerful marketing. It’s creative, relatable, and brilliantly unpolished—exactly what people are craving in a perfection-saturated world.
When reality feels a little too real, Chit is your glitch in the Matrix—a low-lit, deadpan, Mango White Claw–sipping reset button.
Chit isn’t just a character. He’s a cultural moment. A weird, wonderful, lo-fi legend in the making.
I JUST GOT THE PLAY ON WORDS “The Chit Show”… The “Shit Show”? Maybe i’m wrong but that’s hilarious.
Mia Maples on Instagram, YouTubeand Mia Maples Market
Source: Mia Maples’ Instagram
🎀 3. Mia Maples
Mia Maples is the cozy, “cottagecore,” vintage-collecting YouTube bestie and queen of the grandma aesthetic—and the internet absolutely adores her.
From restoring vintage dollhouses to pulling off shockingly successful DIYs, Mia tackles everything with charm, calm, and a healthy dose of “Let’s just try it and see what happens.” Even when she’s learning something completely new, she somehow nails it. No gatekeeping, no perfectionism—just creativity in motion, with her audience along for the ride.
Her channel is a delightful blend of creative projects, Amazon hauls, and sweet pranks on her mom (like asking her to rank “Etsy” gifts that Mia secretly made herself). She’s also turned her mom into her literal twin—because why not?
Fun Fact: Mia’s a huge fan of Drag Queens (same here!), which made me fall in love with her channel even more. The girl’s got taste and range. We love a supportive queen. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
What sets Mia apart is her consistency, curiosity, and quiet confidence. She’s not chasing trends or trying to be anyone else—she’s just doing her, and it works. Effortlessly.
And yes—she’s proudly Canadian 🇨🇦
The takeaway? When you show up as your true self and let people watch you grow in real time, you don’t just build an audience. You build a loyal, inspired community that’s here for the long haul.
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🤪 4. Kall Me Kris
Comedian. Character actor. Internet icon.
Kall Me Kris went from hairstylist to global sketch comedy legend—and if you remember her “baby hands” or Riley skits, you know you’ve been here since the beginning.
Her rise started in 2020, when the world was isolated, anxious, and in desperate need of a laugh. Her content became a digital lifeline—and now, her community connects globally through a shared love for her work.
Armed with a closet full of wigs, razor-sharp humour, and wildly relatable storytelling, Kris turned TikTok chaos into a full-blown empire. She’s not just funny—she’s strategic. Her skits are built around recurring characters and recognizable dynamics, creating the kind of shareable, bingeable content people want in their feed.
Her secret sauce?
Storytelling + authenticity + audience connection.
She starts every video with a compliment (or lowkey flirtation 😏), immediately making her viewers feel seen and adored.
Her fans don’t just watch… they feel like they're in on the joke. And that emotional bond? It’s priceless.
She’s now:
Filming sketch content and true crime
Collaborating with besties like Celina Spooky Boo
Co-creating a horror film (House on Eden, anyone?)
Selling merch (Otto hoodies for the win)
Partnering with her boo Caleb and Co-Owning Sourboys Candy
Writing books and working with major brands
All while still posting regularly and staying connected with her audience.
And she’s open about her mental health journey too—honest, vulnerable, and real. She thanks her fans often, reminding them:
“As long as you guys have me, I will keep doing this.”
Takeaway: Kall Me Kris proves that personality-driven content is a powerful strategy. By leaning into storytelling, being unapologetically herself, and turning everyday moments into comedy gold, she’s built a loyal global audience. Her content reminds us: consistency, authenticity, and connection win every time—especially when paired with creativity, collaboration, and a willingness to evolve.
P.S. Kris is also Canadian :) 🇨🇦
From left: Pabllo Vittar, Bob the Drag Queen, Trixie Mattel, Bimini, and RuPaul. RuPaul photo courtesy of VH1; other photos by Getty Images. Image by Marina Kozak.
💅 5. Every Drag Queen Ever
Drag queens have been branding before branding was cool.
From the runway to the YouTube screen, from basement bars to global tours, drag performers are living, breathing, glitter-covered marketing machines.
They create full-blown personas—names, voices, styles, taglines, aesthetics, and entire universes people want to be a part of.
Whether they’re selling merch, music, makeup, memoirs, or simply their own magnetic essence… Drag queens show us the power of embodiment and storytelling. Their identities are art, their content is theatre, and their business sense? Sharp as a stiletto.
The real lesson? Authenticity and flair sell—big time. When you build a character that’s bigger than life but still rooted in truth, you become unforgettable.
A VERY short list of my faves (not in any specific order, pink promise)…
👑 The Icons & Their Takeaways:
RuPaul
The blueprint. Ru turned drag into a mainstream empire—music, TV, books, makeup, podcasting, and more. Her mantra “You’re born naked and the rest is drag” is more than a catchphrase—it’s a philosophy.
🧠 Takeaway: Own your power, know your worth, and never be afraid to make the world say your name. Pro tip: Look at photos of your child self and tell them good things about where you are now.
Trixie Mattel
From Barbie-on-acid realness to CEO of a wildly successful makeup line, Trixie’s brand is polished and playful. Musician, hotelier, comedian, YouTuber—she’s done it all, and still makes time for new wigs and weird jokes.
🩷 Takeaway: Consistency + camp + creative expansion = cult following and commercial success. Pro tip: Share your authentic self, even when know one’s watching & if your dad gave you a bully nickname? Clap back and make it iconic. Just ask Trixie.
Katya Zamolodchikova
Chaotic genius, Slavic fantasy, philosopher of filth. Katya is a performance art piece that never ends—deep, unhinged, and always human. Whether in character or cracking, she keeps it real.
🤯 Takeaway: Vulnerability + absurdity builds intimacy with your audience like nothing else.
Bob The Drag Queen
Activist, comedian, actor, podcast host—Bob does it all with brains and bite. Unapologetically Black, queer, and politically engaged, Bob uses her platform to entertain and educate.
🎤 Takeaway: Don’t shrink to fit the mold. Speak up, be smart, and lead with purpose. Pro tip: make the world a better place and use your platform to educate.
Sasha Colby
A legend long before she ever stepped on the Drag Race stage, Sasha is divine feminine embodied. Her performances are spiritual experiences—sensual, powerful, and deeply intentional.
🌺 Takeaway: When you're truly embodied in your essence, you don't need to explain—it radiates.
Jimbo 🇨🇦 Canadian Queen
Clowncore couture. Camp chaos. Walking acid trip. Jimbo broke the mold with her surreal, boobs-out brand of drag that’s funny, terrifying, and completely her own.
🍒 Takeaway: When you're that weird and you own it, you don't compete—you dominate. Pro tip: If all else fails, wear bigger boobs.
Jinkx Monsoon
Broadway-level talent with a witchy, vintage twist. From drag to theatre to Doctor Who, Jinkx is a master of transformation who brings vocal chops, comedy, and heart to everything she touches.
🧙 Takeaway: Lean into your strengths—even the niche ones—and let them evolve your path. Pro tip: You can manifest anything… even appearing in Doctor Who as a villain, Maestro, who I recall eating music notes and keys, extracting music from the world.
Ginger Minj
Classic Southern charm meets powerhouse vocals and big camp energy. Ginger has always brought heart and humour to the stage, and her work in film, music, and drag makes her a multitalented gem.
🎶 Takeaway: Longevity comes from heart, creative fire, and being someone people love to root for. Pro tip: Neurodivergence isn’t a flaw—it’s a fierce, fabulous lens that makes your artistry even more iconic.
Nymphia Wind
Avant-garde banana fantasy! Nymphia blends high art and camp, fashion and political commentary. She turned an abstract aesthetic into something emotionally resonant and visually iconic.
🍌 Takeaway: Weird works when it’s intentional. Lead with your vision, and the world will follow. Pro tip: wear bananas.
👑 Icesis Couture 🇨🇦 Canadian Queen
A design queen with razor-sharp precision, Icesis Couture crafts every look like a runway weapon. Known for her vulnerability, resilience, and couture-level fashion, she proves that excellence is handmade.
🪡 Takeaway: Precision + vulnerability = unshakable brand power. When you do it your way—and do it well—they can’t look away.
💫 Velvet VA Takeaway: Time Freedom Is the Real Flex
Every creator on this list shares one powerful trait:
They’ve claimed ownership over their time, creativity and imagination. They’re not hustling around the clock—they’re building aligned lives where creativity, spaciousness, and growth can actually breathe.
speaking of Hustle… a lot of people don’t actually know what it means… so here we are.. from the G Machine Dictionary itself…
Definitions of HUSTLE: 1. force (someone) to move hurriedly or unceremoniously in a specified direction.
2. Obtain by forceful action or persuasion. and
3. busy movement and activity.
“I don’t know about you, but busy movement is a fancy word for procrastination.”
If you’re craving that same freedom—more flow, fewer tasks—then it’s time to start thinking like a visionary and delegating like the CEO you are.
You don’t have to do it all. You just have to do you.
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10 Reasons I’m Obsessed with My Time Freedom (And How You Can Create Yours)
If you’re craving more time, more spaciousness, and more "me" moments in your day, this one’s for you. I’m sharing the real, raw, and luxurious reasons why time freedom is non-negotiable in my world, and how you can design it for yourself. Spoiler: it’s not just about quitting your 9-to-5 (although that helps), it’s about building a life you’re actually obsessed with. Keep reading for real-life examples, powerful reminders, and a few sassy secrets from behind the scenes. Time freedom is the vibe — let’s get you there.
3-15 minute read (depending on your distraction and pace)
The beach is a fantastic place for ideas! It’s where I get all my best ideas (other than the shower), and having the time freedom to explore creative ideas and brainstorm on a beach… is EVERYTHING.
Let’s be real — I didn’t build my business just to hustle harder or wear burnout like a badge.
I built it to live.
And living, for me, looks like joy, presence, freedom, and spaciousness to just be.
Here's why time freedom is my forever love language — and how it can be yours too:
✨ Before You Dive Into This Blog…
I've got an opportunity that practically screams TIME FREEDOM (the good kind—the “sip-a-latte-on-a-Tuesday” kind).
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Now that’s what I call aligned abundance.
let’s do this..
#1 – I Get to Spend All the Time with My Dog That I Want
No, seriously. I’m obsessed with her.
Morning snuggles.
Midday adventures.
Evening walks.
She’s not just my dog — she’s my grounding cord, my joy, my daily serotonin hit.
If I were chained to a desk from 9 to 5? That would be a hard no.
My dog Raya is cuter than your dog. I don’t make those rules — she does.
#2 – I Do What I Do Best, and Outsource the Rest
I used to think I had to do everything — until I realized delegation is a portal to liberation.
That’s where Velvet VA comes in.
We’re the behind-the-scenes dream team for women like you who are ready to stop spinning and start scaling —
without sacrificing their peace (or their inbox).
Sun, sand, sapphics, and scaling.
#3 – I Go to the Beach Whenever TF I Want
The ocean is my altar. Saltwater is my therapy. And midweek beach days are my love letter to the life I’ve built.
Time freedom lets me live cyclically — not just by someone else’s calendar.
Beaches you can visit when you outsource with Velvet VA
#4 – Passive Income Is My New Love Affair
Whether it’s affiliate platforms like Benable, smart investing in the S&P 500, or other income streams (like digital marketing)…
Time freedom gave me the space to learn how to make money in my sleep.
Because abundance loves to flow where attention goes.
We LOVE giving!
Every Velvet VA package helps fund real community impact.
We donate a portion of proceeds to organizations and causes close to our hearts — the ones that aren’t getting government support, but should be.
Check out Where We Give for more info :)
My favourite piece I’ve ever created, because little me was obsessed with giraffes. Living proof that time freedom lets you reconnect with your inner child. Purchase your giraffe print here > YASSSSSS
#5 – I Create Art Whenever I Want (Magical AF)
My inner artist doesn’t clock in and out. She flows. She wanders. She creates when the muse calls.
And because I’m not glued to Zoom or juggling admin chaos, I can say yes to the moment.
That’s real wealth.
Become part of the Time Freedom club. Travel whenever you want. Go to Palm Beach during the cold, frigid winters of Canada. Hire Velvet VA, we’ll take care of you, so you can take care of yourself.
#6 – Time Is the Only Currency You Can’t Get Back
Let’s be blunt: we don’t know how long we have here.
So I refuse to waste my one wild and precious life on things that don’t light me up.
Entrepreneurship cracked me open to this truth, and I haven’t looked back.
Mondays are for self-care, time with friends, rituals and thrifting.
#7 – I Haven’t Worked a Monday Since 2021
The Monday scaries? I don’t know her.
After getting laid off during the you-know-what era, I realized I never wanted to return to the old ways.
I didn’t. And I won’t. Period.
Building from scratch is no joke—outsource wisely so your empire doesn’t pull a Tower card moment and crash down in chaos.
#8 – Building a Business Was the Greatest Act of Self-Care I’ve Ever Done
I used to wish someone would come save me.
Then I realized I was the wish, the genie, and the answer.
Starting my business gave me autonomy, power, and purpose.
Time freedom was the cherry on top.
#9 – I Travel Anywhere. Anytime.
No more asking for time off.
No more counting vacation days.
When you’re in alignment with your business and your boundaries,
the world opens up.
And trust me — she’s beautiful.
GET IT LADY
#10 – I Get to Build Wealth, Community, and Legacy (On My Terms)
This is more than just living well — it’s about creating ripples.
My time freedom allows me to grow a business rooted in purpose, connect with kindred spirits, and build a life that supports not just me, but everyone around me.
Want This For Yourself?
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✨ Time freedom isn’t a dream. It’s a decision.
Let’s make it together.
Why Hiring Local (Especially from Velvet VA) Is the Power Move Your Business Deserves
Hiring local isn’t just a feel-good decision — it’s a power move. In this blog, we’re unpacking 12 transformative reasons why choosing a women-powered, local VA team like Velvet VA doesn’t just scale your business — it elevates your impact. From saving time and money to supporting community growth, we’re showing you how to align your hiring with your values and still get sh*t done like a boss.
3-5 minute read
No time? No worries. Skip the foreplay and head straight to the juicy bits below.
Vancouver Island Is our Home
Serving the community and world virtually from the Island
Living with gratitude and respect for the land on the unceded traditional territory of the K'ómoks First Nation
Let’s talk about the ripple effect of hiring local.
Because it’s not just about outsourcing tasks — it’s about reclaiming your time, redirecting your wealth, and reinvesting in a future that actually feels good (and makes sense for everyone) to be a part of.
When you hire a local, woman-owned, Executive Virtual Assistant powerhouse like Velvet VA, you're not just checking off your to-do list.
You're activating economy-changing magic — and setting your business up for real, soul-aligned success.
Let’s break it down, because when you hire from the heart — and close to home — here’s what really happens:
Just pretend those are Canadian bills. 💸
P.S. Wanna earn real cash while keeping it fun?
Become a Velvet VA Referral Partner and get paid to hype us up. Effortless, fabulous, and totally your vibe.
🌱 1. You Grow the Local Economy — and Your Income Bracket
Money flows where intention goes. When you invest in local talent, that money circulates right back into your community — and into ecosystems that help people actually thrive. This isn't just business. It’s economic activism.
And as a ripple effect? You increase your own earning potential. Wealth attracts wealth.
Mallika Jain on Dupe Photos
👑 2. You Help Build More Local Femme Millionaires
Here’s the tea:
When more women have money, more good sh*t gets funded. Period.
More bills are passed to support marginalized communities. More voices get heard. More systems shift. Femme millionaires don't hoard — we circulate.
We build. We nurture. We give back.
Hiring local women supports:
Poverty reduction
Clean water access
Indigenous communities
Old-growth forests
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women's advocacy
Mental health initiatives
…and so much more.
When women rise, everyone rises.
“You have to act as if it were possible to radically transform the world. And you have to do it all the time.”
According to the IMF, if we closed gender gaps in entrepreneurship, we could unlock $5–6 trillion in global economic growth.
And in places like rural Bangladesh, every 10% rise in women’s empowerment has led to a 14% increase in household income — and measurable drops in poverty.
This is the ripple effect you create when you hire local women.
Marissa is a Toronto-Based Graphic Designer
✨ 3. You Support Women Living Their Passion + Purpose
You're not hiring interns or entry-level contractors who are figuring it out on the fly. You're hiring a collective with over 44 years of combined digital experience.
We’ve seen trends come and go — we’ve built brands, helped launch empires, and held space for transformation every step of the way.
We’re strategists, automators, creatives, organizers and high-level problem solvers — and we know exactly how to make things WORK.
Our Executive VAs don’t just work — they thrive.
They design their own schedules, give back to their communities, and pursue passions that keep them deeply aligned. That kind of freedom isn’t just for them — it trickles into your business too. When they’re supported and expansive, so are you. Time freedom flows both ways.
💖 4. You Give Back, Automatically
Every Velvet VA package helps fund real community impact.
We donate a portion of proceeds to organizations and causes close to our hearts — the ones that aren’t getting government support, but should be.
Check out Where We Give for more info :)
Want to nominate a place to give back to?
We love making giving a two-way ritual.
They’re not just robes — they’re what happens when you finally outsource like a CEO. Time back. Team on point. Bank account rising.
🧠 5. Hiring One Velvet VA = Getting a Team of 6
You read that right.
Our Executive VAs are multi-passionate, multi-skilled, and multi-dimensional.
When you hire one of us, you're tapping into a whole squad’s worth of skills, knowledge, systems, and strategy — without the bloated price tag.
Hire us. So you can trade cold Canadian winters for Palm Beach sun.
⏳ 6. Save Time, Money, Energy + Resources
We’ve heard the horror stories.
Hiring overseas VAs to “save a dollar or two” often ends in missed deadlines, miscommunication, and more time fixing things than it was worth.
Real talk:
That $2 you thought you saved?
It cost you your time, energy, and peace of mind.
And babe, that’s not wealth — that’s scarcity.
At Velvet VA, we operate from abundance. Our turnaround can be as fast as 2 business days, and the results speak for themselves.
Beaches you can visit when you outsource with Velvet VA
🧾 7. Stop Paying Full-Time Prices for Part-Time Output
Let’s be real — most full-time employees are productive for only 4–5 hours a day. (It’s science. Look it up.)
So why are you paying for 8 hours of fluff?
With Velvet VA, you get focused productivity, strategic execution, and tangible deliverables — without the overhead.
“Research suggests that in an eight-hour day, the average worker is only productive for two hours and 53 minutes.”
💡The average person is only productive for
2 hours and 53 minutes a day.
Let that sink in. While the typical American clocks in for 8.8 hours daily, studies show most full-time office workers only actually work for less than 3 of those hours. The rest? Burnout, distractions, unnecessary meetings, and scrolling. 😬
We’ve evolved past factory-floor hustle. Success today isn’t built on overwork — it’s built on strategy, support, and systems that actually work.
So why are you still paying full-time salaries for part-time output?
“I have a theory that women are generally given space and appointed to jobs when the situation is tough. I’ve observed that in many instances. In times of crisis, women eventually are called upon to sort out the mess, face the difficult issues and be completely focused on restoring the situation.”
Stephanie Becker on Dupe Photos
💼 8. Attract Clients Who Want to Pay YOU What You’re Worth
Energetics matter.
When you invest in alignment, alignment invests in you.
Hiring high-caliber support signals to your business, your clients, and the universe that you’re ready to level TF up.
Watch how your dream clients start showing up, ready to pay, ready to work, and ready to match your energy.
Carla Candace on Dupe Photos
🚩 9. The Harsh Truth: You Don’t Know the Ethics Overseas
Many international VA agencies have unknown or exploitative conditions behind the scenes. If transparency and ethics matter to you (and we know they do), local is the only option that guarantees oversight, fair pay, and soul-aligned business.
GET IT LADY
🚫 10. No Hidden Fees, No Surprise Charges
We’re not out here playing “gotcha” during experiencing our services.
No sneaky onboarding fees. No undisclosed taxes. No weird service charges.
We believe in transparency, clarity, and working with integrity. What you see is what you get — and you always get more than what you paid for.
No hidden fees.
So you can splurge on the bag and the bubbles. 💅
🔥 BONUS: Hire the Passionate, Not the Burnt Out
Our team has fire in their bellies — and it shows in their work.
We don’t clock in just to clock out. We care. We deliver. We go beyond (not because of poor boundaries, but because we love what we do).
The last thing your business needs is another warm body with a buzzwordy resume and no follow-through. Hire for results, not regret.
🎁 BONUS BONUS: You Keep Everything. Like, Everything.
Every file. Every editable doc. Every branded asset.
No “license to use” loopholes. No extra fees for file transfers. No hostage situations.
We build YOUR business with YOU — and everything we create belongs to YOU. Period.
✨ TL;DR (Too Luxe, Didn’t Read)
Hiring local, femme-powered, passion-driven VAs like Velvet VA means:
You grow the economy and your income
You help shift the world by empowering femme wealth
You support passionate pros with 44+ years of experience
You get high-level results, fast turnarounds, and NO bloat
You invest in your time, energy, and aligned growth
You give back, keep your assets, and never deal with fine print drama
And when you book a strategy call with Sunny, you’re not just getting a VA team lead.
You’re getting a marketing pro with 16+ years in the digital space, a business coach fluent in millionaire mindset, and a team that’s as obsessed with your growth as you are.
👉 Book a free call and let’s build something bold, aligned, and wildly successful — together.
Sources: Inc., BrainyQuote, Soroptimist, Benable, Koalender, Velvet VA
The Tech I Swear By (So You Can Stop Googling at 1 A.M.)
If tech overwhelms you, but you know you need it to grow, this blog is for you. I'm breaking down my go-to software and tools that actually work for creatives, coaches, and soul-led business owners (without draining your energy or burning you out). Plus, I’m sharing the exact systems I’ve used myself and with clients, so you can stop guessing and start building a business that feels good.
Running a soul-led business doesn't mean you have to suffer through bad design, clunky workflows, or systems that make you want to toss your laptop out a window.
I know what it’s like to be the creative, the visionary, the coach, the content machine—all while trying to make your calendar sync, your client forms not glitch, and your website actually reflect your magic.
Let’s be real: Tech isn’t the enemy. It’s the bridge—between burnout and ease, chaos and clarity, idea and income.
But only if you're using the right tools.
Some of the links I share may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you! I only recommend things I genuinely love and align with. Weirdo at heart. Healing with humour. Expressing authenticity and joy 💖✨🙂↕️🌻🙏
Note: Any pricing mentioned for tech and software tools on this page reflects the most accurate information as of July 14, 2025. Plans and pricing may change, so we always recommend checking the official site for the latest updates—especially if you're a savvy deal-hunter like us.
Benable is an app like Pinterest for lists! AND… you can earn passive income through commissions and affiliate links using this platform. Not everything has an affiliate link; however, I am so obsessed with creating lists… this was a NO BRAINER for me.
🌟 Tried, Tested & Fully Obsessed
These are my holy grails—the tools I’ve used over and over again, both for myself and with my clients through Velvet VA, design, and business strategy.
✨ Squarespace
Sleek, intuitive, and seriously powerful—Squarespace is our go-to for building stunning, high-converting websites without the need for a full dev team.
This very site is built on Squarespace, and I’ve personally designed, launched, and watched our Velvet VAs craft beautifully branded, strategically sound websites using this platform.
If you’re a coach, creative, or service provider who’s visually driven and a little tech-curious, this platform gives you freedom and creative control without the overwhelm.
Easy to learn. Gorgeous to work with. Surprisingly fun to build in.
And when it’s time to hand off your site for updates, maintenance, or if you want the entire thing handled hands-off, our Velvet VA team has you covered—delivering luxe, reliable care that keeps your online presence flawless and stress-free.
Plus, Sunny—Velvet VA’s founder—sometimes gets lucky with exclusive Squarespace offers, like 20% off your subscription. It’s not always available, but when it is, consider it our little insider secret to help you save while levelling up your site.
Squarespace isn’t just for beginners—it’s for visionaries who want elegance and ease.
✨ Adobe Creative Suite
Where my artistry lives. I use Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign THE MOST to bring brand visions, magazines, ebooks, stickers, drawings, and so much more to life with precision and ✨ magic ✨.
PSA: You can actually book a call with me—I'll dive into your business, drop powerful, tailored strategies, and send you a full recap afterward using one of my favorite AI tools, Fathom.
✨ Aligned insights. Actionable steps. No fluff.
👉 Book a call with me here.
✨ Koalender
An alternative to Calendly that doesn’t feel like corporate oatmeal. Easy to use, on-brand, and perfect for booking calls without the back-and-forth.
Plans start at just $6/month—and yes, there’s a solid $0 option that actually works.
Pro tip for the free plan:
You can still create a beautiful booking link and set your availability just like the paid version. The only thing missing? Zoom integration. But don’t sweat it—either upgrade to the $6/month plan or simply hop into your Zoom calendar, click on each scheduled meeting, and generate a Zoom link in one click (or have your VA do it for you 🙌).
Elegant, functional, and totally worth having in your tech stack.
An inside look at Kit (formerly ConvertKit). If you haven’t signed up for our newsletter yet, you can be a baddie too by signing up in the footer below. Just scroll to the bottom and subscribe <3
✨ ConvertKit (now Kit)
For the slightly more advanced email marketer or course creator. Tagging, segmentation, and automations—it gives you real power and insight.
Their free Newsletter plan isn’t just generous—it’s packed with powerful features designed to help you grow without limits. Here's what you get (yes, for $0):
Up to 10,000 subscribers
Unlimited landing pages
Unlimited opt-in forms
Unlimited email broadcasts
Audience tagging & segmentation
Sell digital products
Run paid newsletters & subscriptions
Newsletter feed & website
API Access
Free Recommendations (Required)
Email support
✨ Flodesk
A dreamy platform for email marketing that doesn’t require a tech degree to use. Beautiful templates, intuitive setup, and just feels... good.
An inside look at Canva
✨ Canva Pro
If you’re not using the Pro version yet—this is your sign. The go-to for fast, high-quality graphics, client deliverables, social media, and branding boards.
✨ NameCheap
I’ve been exclusively using NameCheap for myself and my clients for years—and honestly, I prefer it over GoDaddy any day. It’s reliable, straightforward, and refreshingly free of confusing upsells.
Whether you’re securing your first domain or managing multiple sites, NameCheap makes owning your online identity simple, affordable, and hassle-free.
I LOVE making lists, so this app absolutely STOLE my heart
Benable is an app to share your favourite things, and earn from 40,000 brands. Skip the waitlist with my link!
New & Noteworthy (I’m Currently Exploring)
🌀 Dubsado
“The Software for Creative Service Businesses”; Client portals, contracts, invoices, workflows—done right. If you’re a service-based business, coach, or freelancer, Dubsado brings the luxury and order you’ve been craving.
🌀 Descript
Game-changer for video and podcast editing. You can edit audio by editing the text. It’s like Google Docs met Final Cut Pro and had a soulful little baby.
🌀 Base44
A dream tool for client management and agency-style work. If you're juggling multiple projects, contractors, or complex timelines, Base44 keeps it all beautiful and streamlined.
🌀 Airtable
The spreadsheet’s sexy, intuitive cousin. From launch planning to content calendars to tracking cosmic cycles (yes, really), Airtable makes data actually feel good.
Want to be an innovative content creator? Or at least look like your content is professionally shot, branded and created? Check out my Benable List of Content Creator Must-Haves to elevate your content, level up your videos and place you as the authority in front of your audience.
⚡ Bonus Tools You Should Know About
🌱 Notion
Perfect for ADHD brains who love to organize creatively. Dashboards, content planning, goal setting, and team collabs—all in one customizable space.
🌐 TidyCal
If you want a one-time calendar payment instead of monthly fees (and a clean UI), TidyCal is a fab alternative for simple scheduling.
🔐 LastPass
Secure password storage, sharing with your VA or team, and never forgetting your logins again. Peace of mind = priceless.
(I’ve actually used LastPass for years, and didn’t think to mention it! - thanks ChatGPT)
You Deserve Tools That Support You—Not Drain You
Too many heart-led entrepreneurs stay stuck because they’re using tools that don’t work for their energy or their systems. Or worse—they’re avoiding tech altogether out of overwhelm.
But aligned tech? It creates space.
For your rest.
Your creativity.
Your message.
Your magic.
And if you want to skip the research rabbit holes and start using tools that actually work for your business model and your soul?
🎯 I made you a list.
It’s alive, evolving, and packed with high-vibe, tested, intuitive tools.
👉 Explore the full stack here:
My Benable Tech + Software List
Need Help Setting These Up?
This is literally what we do at Velvet VA.
We don’t just set up systems—we craft sacred workflows that reflect your brilliance and support your expansion. While we build, you reclaim your time, energy, and peace of mind.
💼 Explore Velvet VA Services
📞 Book a Strategy Call (free if you move forward with a VA package—otherwise $250 CAD and no hard feelings)
The Velvet VA Difference: Why We Hire Women in Their Sacred Work (So It Never Feels Like Work)
At Velvet VA, we don’t just hire task-doers—we hire women in their sacred gifts. This is the difference between transactional support and soul-aligned expansion. When someone is doing work they love, it shows in every detail—and your business reaps the benefits. Here’s how we hire from alignment, not urgency, and why that changes everything.
Let’s be honest.
You can hire someone to “do the job.”
Or you can hire someone who was born for it.
At Velvet VA, we don’t just fill roles.
We call in women who are walking their sacred path—and then we place them in capacities that allow them to lead from their zone of genius.
Because when you hire someone aligned with their purpose, the results are next-level.
There’s no dragging, no burnout, no “clocking in just for the paycheck.”
There’s devotion.
There’s magic.
There’s flow.
And you feel that in the quality of the work, the integrity of the communication, and the results that move your business forward faster, cleaner, and more soulfully than ever before.
“If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can’t hear them anymore.”
Our Core Beliefs When Hiring at Velvet VA
We’re not like other VA companies.
Here’s what we stand for—loudly, proudly, and without compromise:
1. We Hire Women in Their Sacred Gifts
Every VA we bring on isn’t just “good at admin” or “proficient in marketing.”
She’s an artist in her craft. A healer in her zone. A strategist with a spiritual lens.
If she’s a designer, she designs from her soul.
If she’s a systems queen, she finds joy in bringing chaos into harmony.
If she’s a writer, words pour out like poetry and purpose combined.
We don’t hire women to fit a box—we hire them to expand.
2. We Choose Passion Over Pressure
Nobody here is faking it till they make it.
We don’t believe in pushing people into roles just because “we need to fill a spot.”
We believe in aligned matches—because when a VA loves what she does, she shows up with energy, clarity, and heart.
And when she’s operating from her sweet spot? That ripples through your whole business.
This isn’t just about talent. It’s about frequency.
3. Work Should Feel Like Joy—Not Sacrifice
Old-school hustle culture says you have to grind to be worthy.
We call BS.
Our Executive VAs are living proof that you can build a career rooted in flow, intuition, and inner fire.
They’re working with their gifts, not against them.
Which means their work feels good—for them and for you.
There’s no energy leak here—just alignment.
“The most successful entrepreneurs I know are optimistic. It’s part of the job description.”
4. We Don’t Just Match Skillsets—We Match Energies
This is soul work.
When we pair a VA with you, we consider your style, structure, goals, communication needs, human design, leadership flavour, and soul mission—yes, really.
Because we’re not here to give you a warm body who can type.
We’re here to match you with someone who sees your vision, honours your values, and helps you create from a place of expansion and ease.
5. We Hire Leaders, Not Task-Rabbits
There’s a huge difference between hiring someone to check boxes vs. hiring someone who can think with you.
Every Executive VA at Velvet VA is a high-level contributor.
They’ll collaborate on launches, help you clean up backend chaos, edit your copy with an intuitive eye, and remind you to drink water before your client call.
Because leadership doesn’t have to look like a title.
It looks like devotion to doing things well, with integrity and heart.
Let’s give your story a voice—and your vision a stage.
6. We Value Alignment Over Urgency
We don’t rush.
We don’t panic-hire.
We don’t believe in settling for the “first available” when the right match is what creates longevity.
We take time to truly get to know our VAs and our clients.
That’s how we build relationships that last, and teams that thrive.
7. Sacred Work Should Be Paid Sacred Rates
Let’s get one thing straight:
Just because someone loves their work doesn’t mean they should be paid less for it.
We believe sacred service should be well-compensated, and we walk that talk.
Our clients believe in fair pay, ethical business, and economic empowerment.
And our VAs are supported with rates that respect their time, talent, and the energy they pour into this work.
Because everyone deserves to be abundant in their alignment.
When Our VAs Win, Our Clients Win
At Velvet VA, we’ve created a culture where women rise by being exactly who they are.
That’s why our clients feel so supported.
Because they’re not working with someone who’s just trying to “get through the day.”
They’re partnering with someone who feels on fire about what they do.
And when you build your business around people who are lit up, you’ll feel that in every email, every project, every outcome.
“Marketing is no longer about the stuff that you make, but about the stories you tell.”
We don’t just tell stories. We help you embody them.
🎯 Ready to experience the Velvet Method?
We don’t just offer support.
We offer synergy.
We offer soul-matching.
We offer sacred partnerships that help your business grow—not just faster, but better.
Book a Strategy Call and get matched with your next-level VA—the one who was born to help your business thrive.
✨ One aligned decision is all it takes.
Why Hiring a Local VA Isn’t Just Smart—It’s Revolutionary (10 Reasons to Choose Local over Cheaper Abroad)
What if your to-do list said “nothing” today? Imagine sipping a lavender oat latte from your sun-drenched balcony while your high-level VA handles your inbox, your systems, your content—and even your calendar chaos. Whether you’re running your business from a cozy bed in Tulum or a downtown loft in Toronto, the truth is: you don’t need to hire six full-time employees to scale. You just need the right one.
In this blog, we're sharing 10 powerful reasons to hire locally vs abroad, especially when your brand is personal, intuitive, creative, or deeply soul-led. From easier communication and aligned values to time-zone harmony and true partnership—you'll see why hiring a local Velvet VA isn’t just convenient, it’s a next-level business decision.
Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed, eyes twitching from staring at too many tabs, wondering how TF you’re supposed to run your business and be the branding expert, admin goddess, tech sorceress, social media strategist, and still cook dinner for your kid who wants dinosaur-shaped nuggets?
(Spoiler: you’re not.)
Whether you’re a new mama with a spark of a business idea, a passionate creative who gets hives from spreadsheets, or a spiritual baddie who breaks out in allergic reactions when someone says “backend systems”… I see you.
I was you.
And that’s exactly why I created Velvet VA—an executive VA company that brings you powerhouse women who don’t just get it—they GET. IT. DONE.
But today, I’m not here to sell you on us. I’m here to lovingly challenge the popular route of outsourcing to cheaper labour overseas, and invite you to see the world-changing ripple of hiring local Virtual Assistants instead.
Let’s talk about the 10 magnetic, soul-aligned, and world-shifting reasons to hire locally.
She’s cute, caffeinated, and one wrong wrist twitch away from tech disaster.
✨ Spiritual entrepreneur bestie—you’re here to channel magic, not troubleshoot tech.
Let us handle the systems, so you can stay in your sacred zone.
1. You’re Not Just Paying for a Task—You’re Paying for Transformation
When you hire locally, especially from a company like Velvet VA, you’re getting high-level talent who can anticipate your needs, strategize with you, and walk beside you like the executive right-hand woman you didn’t know you needed. You’re not managing them—they’re managing the mess with you.
Cheap VA labour? That’s transactional.
Local VA powerhouses? That’s transformational.
2. Hiring Women = Ending Poverty
According to the United Nations, when more women are in positions of power and leadership, poverty decreases globally.
“Globally, one in four women entrepreneurs expect to see growth within five years by employing six or more people.”
✨ And guess what? You DON’T need to hire six full-time employees to scale like a boss.
When you hire Velvet VA, you’re tapping into an elite team of multi-talented, executive-level women, without the overhead, onboarding, or full-time commitment.
You get exactly what you need, when you need it—strategy, support, and growth—minus the burnout (and bloated payroll).
So instead of hiring six, hire us—and scale smart.
And guess what? At Velvet VA, we’re made up of women, queer folks, and underrepresented creatives who are ready to claim that power with pride.
So, every hour you buy from us? It’s an act of economic activism.
You’re literally funding the world you want to live in.
💅☎️ Press 1 for good vibes. Press 2 for no miscommunication.
(Hiring local makes it that easy.)
3. Communication Is 1000x Easier
You might be in North America, Australia, or somewhere else in the world where you're building a conscious, soul-led business—and here’s the thing: you deserve a VA who speaks your language—literally and energetically.
At Velvet VA, we’re fluent in the language of creatives, coaches, visionaries, and CEOs who say things like:
“Canva that shit and make it vibey.”
“This copy needs more magnetism—it’s not giving main character energy.”
“The journey feels jagged—I want it to feel like a sacred river, not a staircase with missing steps.”
“Does this font scream ‘luxury cosmic priestess’ or ‘chaotic spiritual intern’?”
4. You’re Supporting Real Empowerment (Not Performative Outsourcing)
Let’s talk about it.
Yes, hiring someone in the Philippines for $5/hour might seem like you're supporting a marginalized community—but the reality is far more complex. In many cases, these workers are underpaid by Western standards, overworked, and often left out of decision-making or sustainable growth. That’s not true empowerment—that’s outsourcing inequality.
At Velvet VA, we hire women, queer folks, Indigenous creatives, neurodivergent professionals, and boundary-breaking entrepreneurs—at fair rates that reflect their talent and experience.
They’re not just getting by. They’re building legacy-level careers in alignment with who they are.
And it doesn’t stop there.
Through our "Where We Give" initiative, a portion of every package we sell is reinvested into causes we care deeply about—global Indigenous sovereignty, fair pay advocacy, environmental regeneration, and grassroots organizations that support marginalized communities around the world.
You’re not choosing between “supporting locals” and “supporting the world.”
With Velvet VA—you’re doing both.
Consciously. Powerfully. Sustainably.
Because your business should reflect the world you want to build.
(Trigger warning: Number 5 might sting a little for the bargain hunters out there. But hey, sometimes growth is uncomfortable—just like that third email explaining the same task.)
Fluffy pillows, cozy vibes, and zero backend (& back) stress.
No matter where you’re working from, our VAs are one step ahead (and probably already made that Canva graphic for you).
5. Integrity in Action: Your Business Becomes Your Values
You say you believe in equity.
You care about energy.
You want to run a business that feels good in your soul, not just in your bank account.
So your hiring decisions should reflect that.
When you choose Velvet VA, you’re not just checking a task off your to-do list.
You’re choosing alignment. Embodiment. Leadership that walks its talk.
We operate with clear boundaries, consent-based business practices, trauma-aware communication, and rooted spiritual awareness. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we show up.
Hiring someone for $5/hour might save you money.
Hiring someone aligned with your values helps you sleep at night—and lead with integrity.
It’s about being in right relationship with money, time, people, and the planet.
Because business isn’t separate from the rest of your life—it’s an extension of your values in motion.
“What you give comes back to you ten-fold.”
6. Strategy Included (No Extra Charge)
Here’s the thing: when you hire cheap overseas VAs, you might save money—but you’ll waste precious time. Time explaining, correcting, chasing, and fixing.
Overseas VAs often do very specific, task-only work—data entry, scheduling, basic design—that still requires you to manage and strategize. That means you’re still doing most of the heavy lifting.
At Velvet VA, you get more than just tasks checked off. You get strategic, holistic, personalized support from pros with degrees, certifications, and serious experience. They don’t just do the work—they save you hours by anticipating needs, automating your backend, and helping you plan launches that actually convert.
I’ve seen it too many times—clients try the cheap route, only to spin their wheels for weeks (sometimes months), jumping from one VA to another. They waste their most precious resource: time.
When you hire Velvet VA, you’re hiring experts who get your business fast, deliver on deadlines, and free you up to focus on what only you can do: grow, create, and live your vision.
Because at the end of the day, money can be earned back—but time? You never get that hour back.
7. Real Relationships. Real Results.
Sure, overseas hires often treat you like just another gig—short-term, transactional, and forgettable.
Velvet VA is different. While we’re fresh on the scene as a collective, our founder’s decade-plus track record of loyal clients across design, coaching, and marketing speaks volumes. We know how to build partnerships that last—because we value people, not just projects.
When you work with us, you’re not a number. You’re a priority. We remember your boundaries, celebrate your wins, and hold space for your growth—because your success is our success.
We’re not here to do business as usual—we’re here to rewrite the rules.
Sticky note says nothing.
Inbox is handled. DMs are sorted. Launch is scheduled.
This is what life looks like with an executive-level VA.
8. Empowering the Feminine Business Model
Most overseas VA setups run on a tired, masculine script: grind harder, pay less, and keep it cold and transactional.
Velvet VA flips the script. We lead with feminine power—intuition, empathy, creativity, and true collaboration.
Our team doesn’t just get things done—we hold sacred space while crafting systems, strategies, and workflows so seamless, you’ll actually cry tears of joy when you open your Asana/Project board.
This is business, evolved.
9. Healing the Hustle
Hiring cheap overseas VAs often means you’re still stuck doing the heavy lifting—managing, explaining, making all the calls. You’re deep in the weeds, stressed and overwhelmed.
With Velvet VA? Your VA leads. She owns your backend, holds you accountable, and frees you to rest, recharge, and rise into your full power.
This isn’t just delegation.
This is nervous system regulation—because your business should support your well-being, not drain it.
“She was free in her wildness. She was a wanderess, a drop
of free water. She belonged to no man and to no
city.”
10. Your Business Is a Reflection of Your Values
You shop organic. You support Indigenous-led causes. You believe in social justice and fair pay.
So why settle for outsourcing that only saves money at the cost of your ethics, energy, and long-term vision?
Cheap labor might look like a win today, but it leaks your power, misaligns your mission, and stunts growth.
Velvet VA helps you build a legacy that feels right in your bones—aligned, impactful, and abundant.
Because your business isn’t just what you do.
It’s who you are.
✨ Final Thoughts from a Reformed Control Freak
I’ve been there—I used to do everything myself. I believed no one could handle it the way I do. Even when I wanted help, I didn’t know how to trust it—or how to ask for it.
That’s exactly why Velvet VA was born. We’re the bridge between where you are now—burned out, overwhelmed, and hesitant to invest—and where you’re meant to be: supported. free. thriving.
We’re not here to be your cheapest option.
We’re here to be your most aligned, most powerful choice.
If you’re committed to fair pay, women’s empowerment, ethical business, and systems that actually work—then congratulations. We’re already on the same wavelength.
🎯 Ready to stop doing it all yourself?
💻 Book a Strategy Call with us today. On this call, we’ll assess your needs, match you with your ideal VA, and map out how to build a business that feels spacious, supported, and wildly aligned.
Here’s how it works:
The call is complimentary if we move forward with a VA package.
If we’re not a fit? No problem—it’s a one-time $250 investment, and we part ways with total clarity and no hard feelings (but let’s be real… you’ll probably fall in love with your match).
Because your business isn’t just a to-do list.
It’s a vehicle for healing, wealth, and world change.
✨ One aligned decision is all it takes.
Sources: World Economic Forum, Good Reads, Koalender, Velvet VA