In this episode of SmarterWellth, we dive deep into the real-life struggles and triumphs of juggling work, family, and personal well-being with powerhouse entrepreneur and single mom, CeCe Benson. As the founder of The Vibe and Rooted Movement Collective, CeCe shares her journey of balancing multiple businesses, raising four children, and finding purpose in her work.

Episode Chapters & Time Stamps:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction – Real talk on work-life balance and why this episode matters.

03:45 - Meet CeCe Benson – Her journey as a single mom and entrepreneur.

08:20 - Juggling Multiple Businesses – How CeCe built The Vibe and Rooted Movement Collective.

15:10 - Dance as a Tool for Justice & Healing – The intersection of history, activism, and movement.

22:45 - Mom Guilt & Prioritizing What Matters – CeCe’s honest take on making time for her kids.

30:30 - The Power of Community – Why asking for help is crucial for success.

38:50 - Self-Care as a Business Owner & Mom – What CeCe does to stay grounded.

46:15 - Navigating Single Motherhood with Faith – Trusting God through life’s toughest seasons.

55:40 - Final Thoughts & Advice – What CeCe would do differently if she could start over.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

📌 The Vibe – Pre-professional dance training for adults in Northwest Arkansas: https://www.cecemariedance.com/the-vibe

📌 Rooted Movement Collective – Using dance to teach history and advocate for justice: https://www.cecemariedance.com/rmc

📌 The Momentary & Walton Arts Center – Partnerships that amplify the impact of dance education: https://themomentary.org/

📌 Follow CeCe Benson on Instagram: @cecemariechoreography

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