Jen Gotch walked in for this episode wearing the most beautiful, colorful, happy dress: exactly what you’d expect from the creator of ban.do, an inspiring + positive lifestyle brand that’s grown tremendously since it began as a one-of-a-kind hair accessories company.

Jen is very transparent about how she is feeling on her good days and her bad days (which you know if you follow her on Instagram @jengotch). Jen is open about the mental health struggles she’s dealt with throughout her life, and she has been diligently learning to get closer to who she really is and care for herself – all the while building this incredible brand.

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We talk about...

Social media

Needing to leave the place you grew up

Learning to own your creativity

Starting in LA as a prop and food stylist

Launching ban.do as a side project

The difficult transitional period that is your 20s

Emotional intelligence + becoming self-aware

Finding a therapist (get help finding one for you at https://www.advekit.com/ (Advekit))

What fuels Jen’s creativity

Getting dressed makes you feel better!

How social media changed ban.do

Creating a unique planner

Jen’s relationship with spirituality

When & why Jen sold her company

Celebrating 10 years of ban.do

Supporting a brand you can connect with

Jen’s advice for others struggling with anxiety

The difference between self-deprecating or self-soothing and self-care

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Resources:

Shop ban.do | https://www.bando.com/ (bando.com)

Listen to Jen’s podcast | Jen Gotch is OK...Sometimes

Instagram | @jengotch

Get help finding the right therapist | Advekit.com

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