The Power of Aligned Community
The Power of Aligned Community
There are some days in business that feel like quiet confirmation you’re walking exactly where you’re meant to be.
The GLOW event in Ashburton was one of those days.
As we arrived, we were greeted by an abundance of snowdrops art fully arranged at the tables set out for us to choose where we sat.
These delicate but resilient flowers felt deeply symbolic. Snowdrops are often seen as a sign of renewal, hope & new beginnings, quietly pushing through the cold earth to remind us that growth is always happening beneath the surface.
It felt like the most beautiful energetic welcome into a day centred around wellbeing, expansion & community.
Not only was this my first in-person dōTERRA event, it was a reminder of what happens when wellbeing businesses come together with shared intention, open hearts & genuine collaboration.
From the moment the day began, the energy felt expansive, welcoming & deeply aligned.
Beginning The Day With Presence
We started with a beautiful soundbath with Deborah from Deva Pathways, which created the perfect energetic reset.
Sound has such a powerful way of softening the noise of everyday life & inviting the nervous system back into safety & stillness.
We were then truly woken up & welcomed back into out bodies with a dance session with a choreographer whose previously worked on Strictly!
From there, we were immersed in inspiring words from the dōTERRA panel, reminding me how powerful it is to be surrounded by people who believe in holistic wellbeing not just as work, but as a way of life.
Experiences That Nourish Body, Heart & Soul
One of the most magical aspects of the day was how seamlessly different healing modalities flowed together, each complementing the next.
We experienced:
A cacao ceremony with Wild Orange led by Naomi from Little Buddha Yoga Studio - opening the heart, inviting joy & intentionally calling in abundance
A guided meditation with Harriet Goudard supported by Petitgrain - encouraging us to connect with our ancestors & their knowledge to guide our work in the now.
Breathwork & warrior movement with Brett & Jamie combined with the Air blend - energising & deeply releasing
Community connection & EFT with Rushna from Lumino Wellness
A powerful & deeply moving talk from Charlie Flounders about overcoming trauma, identity & the courage it takes to speak your dreams into existence
The cacao ceremony felt particularly special. Cacao has long been associated with heart opening & connection, and combined with Wild Orange, it carried a beautiful invitation to welcome joy, possibility & abundance - not just financially, but emotionally, spiritually & within our communities.
Every offering throughout the day felt intentional, supportive & beautifully connected.
The Question That Sparked Reflection
During the event, Emily suggested something fun, insightful & thought-provoking.
She encouraged us to ask ChatGPT two reflective questions:
"If I was a dōTERRA essential oil, which would I be & why?"
"What is my business leadership essential oil?"
I loved this idea because it invited a deeper look at how we show up energetically in both life & business.
The answers that came through felt surprisingly aligned with how I naturally hold space in my work.
The Oil That Reflects My Essence - Frankincense
Frankincense is often known as the oil of truth, grounding & spiritual connection.
It supports slowing down, reconnecting inward & restoring energetic balance, which mirrors the intention behind my crystal healing sessions & circles.
My work has never been about fixing or forcing change. It has always been about creating calm, supportive spaces where women can gently rebalance, reconnect & restore themselves.
Frankincense holds a steady, wise presence. It supports emotional clarity, encourages stillness & helps create space for deeper awareness to unfold naturally. That feels deeply reflective of the way I hold space for my clients.
The Oil That Reflects My Leadership - Geranium
Geranium symbolises heart-led leadership, emotional harmony & authentic expression.
This feels incredibly aligned with how I run my business. I am passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments where women feel supported, seen & encouraged to be fully themselves.
Geranium supports:
Emotional balance
Clear boundaries
Compassionate confidence
Community connection
Harmonising group energy
Whether through crystal circles, one-to-one healing sessions or collaborations within the wellbeing community, my leadership is rooted in connection rather than control. It is about holding a space where growth feels safe, natural & supported.
What Aligned Business Community Really Feels Like
The GLOW event reminded me that aligned business is not competitive, it is collaborative.
It feels like:
Being celebrated rather than compared
Sharing knowledge openly
Supporting each other's growth
Creating experiences that are greater than any one practitioner
Holding spaces where authenticity is welcomed & valued
When businesses align through shared values rather than competition, the ripple effect expands far beyond us & reaches everyone we support through our work.
Speaking Dreams Into Reality
One message from Charlie Flounders affected me deeply.
Be mindful of how you speak to yourself.
Speak your dreams out loud.
Notice what you may be holding back from doing.
Growth often begins with permission - permission to expand, to be visible & to trust the path unfolding in front of you.
A Reminder I’m Carrying Forward
The snowdrops welcoming us into the day felt like a gentle message in themselves. Even in the quietest seasons, growth is unfolding beneath the surface.
Community is medicine.
Collaboration creates expansion.
Aligned leadership begins with authenticity.
Sometimes the biggest growth happens when we allow ourselves to step into new spaces with an open heart & trust where they may lead.
If You Feel Called To Experience This Energy
This same heart-led approach flows through everything I offer, including:
✨ Bespoke Crystal Healing Sessions
✨ Monthly Crystal Circles
✨ Essential oil support within my wellbeing offerings
If you feel drawn to experience this nurturing, restorative space for yourself, I would love to welcome you.
You can explore my sessions, circles & offerings via my website.