Making Flourishing Moves - Part 5 Sometimes flourishing comes from stepping into the unknown - and trusting that you’ll find your footing along the way. Today, we’re meeting Rebecca. Originally from the US, Rebecca moved to the UK in 2021 for her master’s program. Since then, she’s built a new life here - navigating the adjustments, missing her family, and discovering the people, places, and experiences that now feel like home. Her advice for anyone considering a big change is simple: trust your gut. And remember, if it doesn’t feel right, you can always change your mind. Knowing that option exists can make even the boldest choices feel possible. Listen at the link to hear Rebecca share how she embraced...
Making Flourishing Moves - Part 2 If flourishing is about living in alignment with who we are becoming - not who we were told to be - then Loly’s story is a masterclass in purposive action. Loly is 57. About seven years ago, she made a pivot that many people quietly dream about but rarely allow themselves to try. She began modelling, acting, and creating content - not because it was fashionable, but because, finally, it felt honest. As a visually impaired woman who chose to let her hair go silver naturally, Loly felt there was little representation for women like her. Rather than seeing those differences as obstacles, she chose to own them - and in doing so, made...
Making Flourishing Moves - Part 3 Sometimes flourishing is about embracing the twists and turns - seeing how one experience naturally leads to the next, even when it feels uncertain. Today, we’re meeting Maria. Maria’s journey began on the West End stage as a dancer. As her family grew, she shifted into teaching musical theatre, then into event management, and now she’s a radio presenter. Each change felt different, even daunting at times, but every step built on the last - giving her skills, perspective, and confidence for what came next. Her advice is simple: if you’re unhappy, do something about it. Say yes to opportunities, even when they feel scary, and trust that the connections between your experiences will...
If you've been with us for a while, you'll know that our team's mission is to help women flourish; specifically, it's the pursuit of eudaemonia. Eudaemonia is an ancient Greek concept which captures something like exercising our soul towards flourishing, joy, excellence. The philosopher Aristotle described this as the highest form of human good.
Where does this leave us today? Unlike the ancient Greeks, in our contemporary society January tends to be filled with promises, goals, resolutions - all before we’ve had a chance to breathe. So this year, we’re doing things differently.
Looking back to move forward 💚 Four years ago in January, one of my best friends, Debra, and I started planning the launch of a new brand that helps women flourish individually and in our communities. We wished to focus on practical and beautiful under-represented tools, especially the humble silk hair wrap. Amazingly, Paradisefold is already four years old, and it’s been a whirlwind! We launched a new range, launched a growing diffusion range with Boots, grew our retail partnerships, and sold out repeatedly of our most popular Folds. (Thank you for making this happen!) But by far the greatest privilege has been getting to know the many wonderful women in our community. You’re an inspirational, caring group of high-achieving, supportive and diverse women. Many...
