I didn’t set out to create a wellness brand. In fact, Gen Zen Wellness wasn’t even in my plans. It all began when I realized I was living life on autopilot—always busy, always moving, and never really pausing to take a breath.

As a nurse, a mom of three, and someone navigating a full time career, family challenges, and big changes, I thought I had to have it all figured out. But life had other plans. In the middle of the chaos, I discovered something simple but powerful: sometimes, all it takes is one deep breath to reset.

The Spark That Started It All.

I created my first batch of candles not as a business, but as a way to ground myself. The scents, the process, the calm they brought—it was like finding a pocket of peace in the middle of a storm. I shared them with a few people, and the response was overwhelming.

And then, something amazing happened. My realtor friend Amanda believed in me before I even believed in myself. She trusted me with my first big order, and that moment gave me the push to turn this small idea into something bigger.

The Messy Vision Board.

Here’s where it gets funny: the vision for Gen Zen Wellness didn’t come until after my first launch. That’s right—I launched without a grand plan, and the vision board came later. But that’s what makes this journey so special. It’s proof that you don’t need perfection or the “right way” to start. You just need to start.

Gen Zen Wellness is about more than candles. It’s about creating moments of calm in a messy world. It’s about trusting yourself, embracing your unique process, and finding your own rhythm—even if it’s backward, chaotic, or completely unexpected.

“Pause. Breathe. Reset.”

This isn’t just a mantra; it’s how Gen Zen Wellness came to life. And it’s a reminder for anyone reading this: you don’t have to have it all figured out. Start messy. Start scared. Just start.

Here’s to trusting yourself, lighting a candle, and finding calm in the process.

Looking forward to be on this journey with you!