For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to hold space with Nadia Estefania, Traditional Healer and Founder of Nadia Estefania Ayahuasca Retreats in Ecuador. From her former life in tech and living the perceived dream in NYC, to leading soul-centered rituals and ceremonies in Ecuador, each step along her path has led her back to her truth and who she knew she was all along.

I think many of us are just starting to realize that our soul has always been in the driver seat if we can just follow the call and remain committed to our most authentic selves. Easier said than done, I know. But there are so many tools and gifts that are just within our grasp if we simply have the courage to change the narrative within and break free from the chains of our conditioning. I hope you enjoy my interview with Nadi as much as I enjoyed our conversation.

Show Notes:

• Self Discovery Leads to Freedom
• Gratitude for All the Steps Along the Path
• Embracing the Inner Knowing
• Connecting to Ancient Practices and Ancestral Roots
• After Ceremony, the Inner Work Continues

Instagram: @nadiecitaa

Links:
https://nadiaestefania.com
Sustainably LB Patreon https://patreon.com/SustainablyLB

Music:
Ian Aeillo

Creative:
Lauren Bates

Logo:
Meadow Hearn

For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to share space with Joelle Tangen, Designer and Owner of La Jolie Joelle. After learning about the overwhelmingly unsustainable nature of the fashion industry in college, Joelle sought to pave her own way by focusing on sustainability and what that niche is for her. Her love of nature and creating has led her to curate her own fashion line, build upcycled art outside of the realm of clothing and had her creating sustainable drag for Pattie Gonia.

I am so grateful that I got the chance to sit with Joelle and chat about how sustainability manifests in different ways and how we are constantly learning and leveling up in an industry that focuses, almost entirely, on the bottom line.

Show Notes:

• Bridging the gap between runway and wearable
• Working your piece of the sustainability puzzle
• Using your unique gifts to create lasting change
• Finding inspiration in the materials your using / sourcing
• An unlikely connection to sustainable drag and the midwest

Handles:
IG: @lajoliejoelle

Links:
La Jolie Joelle Website
Sustainably LB Patreon

Music:
Ian Aeillo
Creative:
Lauren Bates
Logo:
Meadow Hearn

For this episode of Sustainably LB, I got to share space with Heather Snowden, Sustainable Fashion Journalist and Editor, Remake Ambassador and Brand Ambassador at Give Your Best UK. Her particular focus in the sustainability realm is human rights. After the first time I met Heather, I was enchanted by her knowledge and the way she spoke with such eloquence when discussing tough issues. To share this knowledge in a way that doesn’t come off as elitist is a gift! Because, so often, in the sustainable community, these narratives can come off as snooty and entitled.

I am so honored that I got the chance to sit with Heather and talk about the ins and outs of the industry we hold so dear while maintaining the hope that it can do better.

Show Notes:

• The privilege of being able to quit
• We are conditioned to be individualist
• Clothing is a human right
• Giving people the space to change
• There are a lot of people that care

Handles:
Instagram: @hlsnowden

Articles by Heather:
Fashion Supply Chains - Remake
Clothing Poverty - Vogue
Seaweed Fashion - High Snobiety
Ethical Organic Fashion - atmos

Additional Things to Click on:
Environmental Policies in the EU
Give Your Best
Remake Brand Accountability Report
Sustainably LB Patreon

Music:
Ian Aeillo

Creative:
Lauren Bates

Logo:
Meadow Hearn