The Other Way

019: Create community, unleash creativity, & live your most authentic life with The Optimist Collective

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The Optimist Collective is a community centered in wellness, connection, & growth on a journey towards a more optimistic self. Founded by two close friends; this community curates intimate retreats and experiences while partnering with brands, practitioners, and communities to cultivate more optimism in the world. 

Ashley Frabasilio

Ashley (she/her) is an experience designer specializing in bringing people together to connect with purpose and delight in our ever-changing world! Ashley has built experience in the tech space for the last 7+ years focused on a range of programs from IPO’s to women’s groups. Ashley’s superpower is in creating a space for folks to be in community with each other and sprinkling in moments of surprise and delight!

Libby Craig

Libby (she/her) is a breathwork facilitator, writer, and community builder. She has led programs and workshops in mental health and wellbeing at large tech companies, nonprofits, and women’s circles. Through her experience as a breathwork guide and crisis counselor, as well as her own personal journey, she has been continually moved by the sacred power of healing in community. 

Want to join a retreat? Use the code: “NOURISHPOD” for 10% off the September Nourish Your Soul retreat!

💫 We cover :

  • Ashley and Libby’s path to creating The Optimist Collective
  • The foundations of cultivating an experience that fosters connection
  • Designing your own life - Libby and Ashley are in two very different places (e.g. entrepreneurship and balancing another day job)
  • Why pursuing what lights your soul on fire is so important
  • Pushing through imposter syndrome
  • So much more!

    • 💫 Mentioned in this episode:

    • The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
    • Jen Winston of Jenerous
    • The Optimist Collective Facilitators
    • Nourish Your Soul Retreat

      • 💫 To connect with The Optimist Collective:

      • https://www.theoptimistcollective.com/
      • @theoptimistcollective on Instagram
      • Coming Up: Mindful Moments
      • Coming Up: Bi-Visibility Month

        • ☯️ To connect with Kasia (learn more about Holistic Coaching + Chinese Medicine) :

        • @Mira_Wellness_co (​​​​Instagram)
        • www.mirawellness.co


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