From Anxiety to Artistry: How Soap Making Saved My Sanity

May 8th, 2024

I'm thrilled to have Brianna Mather, a former nurse turned entrepreneur, joining me for an inspiring conversation.

Brianne shares her incredible journey of self-discovery and resilience, highlighting the transformative power of creativity and self-care. Together, we explore how her passion for soap making emerged from a place of anxiety and blossomed into a thriving business venture.

Main Talking Points:

  • From Nurse to Entrepreneur: Brianne opens up about her transition from a 13-year career in nursing, particularly in the demanding ICU setting, to pursuing her newfound passion for crafting soap.

  • The Healing Power of Creativity: Discover how Brianne found solace and healing through the process of soap making, using it as a form of self-expression and self-care during challenging times.

  • Starting Before Fully Ready: Brianne emphasizes the importance of taking action, even when feeling unprepared. She shares her experience of selling soaps before having labels, highlighting the value of embracing imperfection and authenticity in the entrepreneurial journey.

  • Overcoming Challenges: Brianne candidly discusses the obstacles she faced in launching her soap-making business, including self-doubt and fear of failure, and how she navigated through them.

  • Prioritizing Self-Care: Learn from Brianne's insights on the significance of prioritizing self-care, and discover her strategies for managing anxiety and stress amidst the demands of entrepreneurship.

  • Taking Small Steps: Brianne shares her philosophy of setting small, attainable goals, empowering listeners to take incremental steps towards their dreams, one day at a time.

  • Inspiring Others: Through her story, Brianne hopes to inspire fellow female entrepreneurs to pursue their passions fearlessly, prioritize self-care, and embrace the journey of building their own business.

Find Brianne on IG @melrose_soap

And her website where you can order fresh soaps: https://melrosesoap.com/