Our first ceramic installation is up at 8529 Broadcast Ave SW Calgary April 1-Oct 1, 2024 Instagram @BownessSoapworks @Melba_Seto YouTube Bowness Soapworks Www.BownessSoapworks.com

Interview with local composure and musician Margaret Dahlberg owner of Music In Nature. “This Monday I'm excited to share Melba Seto's of @bownesssoapworks @melba_seto and her parenting perspectives. She is thoughtful about raising her children and is emphatic about keeping them safe, while allowing them to learn their own resilience and independence.

Composing "Resilience" for Melba was a moving experience, for behind the strong theme, you'll hear softer moments. Some are thoughtful and some are lonely, as Melba spent a great deal of time in isolation as a child. Inevitably the theme rises above its struggles and ends with power, representing Melba's strength and capability.”

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When is it drawing the line between complimenting a person versus making them feel uncomfortable? This episode invites Lisa Goodall, owner of QMBeautique and Pam McLeod owner of Vintage Apothecary to shed some light on when we cross that line and how we can be better ambassadors as men and women FOR men and women. Check out www.QMBeautique.ca and VintageApothecary.ca to learn more about these local female owner entrepreneurs. Soap Club members get 15% off purchases at QMBeautique and $5 off orders at VintageApothecary. Join the Soap Club at www.BownessSoapworks.com or donate to support this podcast by search DONATE at BownessSoapworks.com

Sharing experiences in my life that taught me the importance of the IMPACT and not the intent. From making a friend step in dog poop, to inspiring others to do pull ups to being bullied at a public land use area over a camp spot. This episode explores some vulnerable moments in my life that make me think harder about being a better human. Check out BownessSoapworks.com to support this podcast or join the soap club.

What causes sibling rivalry and why do people always assume siblings will fight? I believe we are a product of our environment and how we set the example for ourselves and those around us we can make a huge difference on how we act and react. Learn how I debunk sibling rivalry and how I manage to change the way people ASSUME relationships will be with children. Using simple techniques and consistency throughout my life and then applying them to how I teach my humans has resulted in what I always imagined possible, a loving, compassionate and enduring relationship between my family unit. Upcoming events: Don’t miss out on our client appreciation, family and community POOL PARTY on Aug 9, 2023 7:30-9:30pm thank you for supporting me and being a part of my community RSVP www.BownessSoapworks.com

This episode is the first reunion of Seto Pottery and Melba in over 8 years and is recorded in her new home studio and captured by photographer Kassey Photography. A different way of recording as you experience a day in the pottery studio. Being in the moment while Kassey captures this experience and topics like how pottery can be so healing and provide an opportunity to be vulnerable and learn so many life lessons and skills are discussed. A wonderful opening into many more pottery episodes to come and ends with a powerful and intimate moment of taking off all the layers and starting a new journey. Find local Calgary photographer Kassey at www.kasseysphotography.com Bowness Soapworks Soap Club members get up to $75 off pottery workshops! Join the Soap Club www.BownessSoapworks.com

Returning after a few weeks of losing my voice and excited to get back into it- facing a life affirming questions from a 5th grader of “are you rich?” What is the meaning of wealth for most of us and how do we define it? How do we take advantage of life’s opportunities so we don’t feel regret and stuck. Finishing with an inspirational experience with Mariya from episode 14 who needed a bit of a kickstart in her life and she came to river surf with me for the first time! Want to support this podcast? Head to www.BownessSoapworks.com and Join the Soap Club or search DONATE

Clothing of choice today is leather! The official first Small Business Bike Day is captured in this episode as two female owned Calgary, small business owners and motorcycle riders, meet up to share their passion for motorcycles as well as dig into the emotional complexities of being an entrepreneur, an adult, a parent and how to find joy in the muck of it all. Take a moment to check out Mariya’s company www.AMCleaning.com and share her story! Recorded at local businesses @FringeCoffee @LUKESdrugmart Find our episode Sponsors www.GreenbriarMarket.ca Soap Club members receive 5% OFF their refillery bar! www.Captivategymnastics.com Soap Club Members get 5% OFF registration fees and a free shirt or tank top! Want to learn more about how to join the soap club ? Visit www.BownessSoapworks.com

How do we stop ourselves from being overwhelmed to the point of immobility? Listen to small business owner Melba Seto as she sheds some layers on even successful people experience immobilizing anxiety and get some insight on how she manages it and moves forward. Learn how looking into your past, reflecting on negative experiences can be such a powerful incentive to being better for yourself and for your children. Melba is the owner of Bowness Soapworks and she shares openly her experiences to give some insight on what goes on behind the scenes of a small business owner and mother. Be a part of the 10 episode challenge and listen to 10 episodes to support Clothing Optional Podcast! Www.BownessSoapworks.com

There’s so many moments for US as parents when raising humans- if you’re open to it. Trying to keep inspiring them to try new things, gives more incentive for me to try new things and lead by example. I’m on my 4th day learning how to skateboard- with the first and second times occurring a couple years ago. Join me as I figure out how to use my own awkwardness to teach my humans life skills including conflict resolution and what methods I use to ensure they are practicing the correct skills. Enjoy the podcast? Donate or sponsor an episode for as little as $1 by visiting www.BownessSoapworks.com and search DONATE or Clothing Optional