I am my own brand One thing I take seriously as a founder is how I show up. I represent myself and my company, and there is no separation. Yesterday, another founder reminded me of that in the most genuine way. She said, “Every time I see you, you are always elegant and so well put together. And your products? The aesthetics are beautiful.” Her words were more than a compliment. They reminded me that showing up for myself is part of showing up for my business. They reminded me that presence matters. They reminded me that consistency is a form of self‑respect. When I step out of my house, I choose to show up at the highest level. I do this not for perfection or validation but because my presence is part of my brand. How I carry myself, how I dress, and how I speak are all extensions of the standards I hold in my business. I run a clean, nontoxic candle brand built on intention and quality, and I choose to embody that same energy everywhere I go. When you are your brand, you do not...