and she believed she could

15/10/2022

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Love her writing every time I come across something new!

TO THE WOMAN WHO IS SLOWLY FADING AWAY...

To the woman who has lost her spark.
To the woman whose get up and go, has well and truly gone.
This is for you.
This is to remind you, that you don’t have to be everything to everyone, every day.
You didn’t sign up for that.
Remember when you used to laugh? Sing?
Throw caution to the wind?
Remember when you used to forgive yourself more quickly for not always being perfect.
You can get that back again.
You really can.
And that doesn’t have to mean letting people down or walking away.
It just means being kinder to you, feeling brave enough to say no sometimes.
Being brave enough to stop sometimes.
And rest.
It starts the moment you realise that you’re not quite who you used to be.
Some of that is good, some of that is not.
There are parts of you that need to be brought back.
And if anyone in your life is not okay with that… they are not your people. Your people will be glad to see that spark starting to light up again.
So, if you have been slowly fading away my friend, this is the time to start saying yes to things that bring you joy and no to things that don’t.

It’s really pretty simple.

By Donna Ashworth

From ‘to the women’

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Image by Sofikul7531, available on shutterstock as a print

10/09/2022

The kids are in school and I can almost take a breath to get back to it! Still love this quote. Good reminder to start the school year!

23/07/2022

Still agree!

21/07/2022

NEW WORKSHOP coming soon — Kids and Family Photography for the Non-Photographer!

Thank you to Stacey for an awesome tutorial on setting up your own ad hoch product photoshoot through our Product Photography for Small Business Workshop today! The video playback will be available this week for anyone that missed it!

19/07/2022

Last chance to register for our Product Photography Workshop for Small Business ONLINE 🙂 tomorrow with professional photographer, Stacey Vaeth!

Geared toward creators and small business owners, she will show you how to create a home-studio set-up to create repeatable product shots, as well as dive into lifestyle photography to make your brand sparkle!

Refer a friend and get 20% off your ticket!

Go to: www.andshebelievedshecould.com for more info!

18/07/2022

Laughing with strangers.

Over the past couple of years, there have been a lot of intense things happening in the world and in our backyard. Sometimes with all the information coming through the news, the business of life, wildness of raising children, all while trying to find mine own center and how I want the next half of my life to go, I feel like I have often forgotten the relief you feel with a good laugh.

Imagine an impromptu trip to the coast for the day with two littles and mom and daughter. The winds starts to pick up while we are building a beach tent that in most circumstances is "easy" to put up 🙂. It's like a giant umbrella that's about to take flight as two adults struggle to stake it down.

A couple visiting the area and taking a leisurely walk down the beach head over to help and then ensues a lot of laughter in trying to get this small shelter stable.

I recognized in that moment, that I haven't laughed that hard in while.

That there is relief in letting it all go, focusing on one thing, and power in meeting a kind stranger(s).

05/07/2022

Are you an artist, craftsperson or consumer product small business owner who needs professional photos of your products for your website, Etsy, catalog and social media? Join and she believed she could and professional photographer, Stacey Vaeth for our next virtual workshop, Product Photography for Small Business, on Wednesday, July 20th!

Go to www.andshebelievedshecould.com for more information and to register!

27/06/2022

So excited to release the video playback for the Fundamental of Strength Training with Coach Debbie! She really did an excellent job introducing so many different options for a full body workout. I know for me as a mom, I often get stopped by the fact that goal of what I'm trying to do is too big and I don't have enough time to set aside for myself to do it.

She broke it down in such an easy to understand way with a bunch of tips and tricks and reminders that getting into a fitness routine is more approachable than you think!

There was a ton of value in everything she shared. It also included a great presentation and template to track your workouts, to reference later on. So glad to have Debbie as a part of the "and she believed she could" community!

If you are interested, the video playback and materials are only $25!

Need a more interactive option?! You can also purchase a one-on-one virtual consult with Debbie -- 30 minutes for only $30.

Think of it as Strength Training 101 for an affordable price. Go to www.andshebelivedshecould.com to pre-order!

26/06/2022

When the combo of two signs, stops you in your tracks to send you a reminder :)

21/06/2022

Hi all, last change to register for Saturday's virtual strength training workshop! Can't make the date?! You can also buy a video playback and/or one-on-one chat with Coach Debbie! Use coupon code: SHECOULD22 for 20% off!

You can register at www.andshebelievedshecould.com

15/06/2022

always delivers on daily reminder finds!

11/06/2022

Beyond impressed with the insights of our panelists: Lyra, Lara, Richa and Alex last night during our Changing Careers: A Panel with Peers! Can't wait to share some highlights in the coming days!

If you missed it, you can purchase the VIDEO PLAYBACK on the Changing Careers: A Panel with Peers listing at: www.andshebelievedshecould.com. The video will be to you via email this week!

Also, stay tuned because a new event is being highlighted and will be open for registration starting tomorrow!

05/06/2022

Have you been thinking about making a change in your career? Join us this Thursday, June 9th at 5:30pm PDT/8:30pm EDT on Zoom for Changing Careers: A Peer-to-Panel!

Hear the stories of four women making career changes, each for different reasons and in different ways. Get inspired by what connect us as women in the workforce. We'll discuss everything from the what, to the why, how, when, and the impact changing careers has had on their lives.

This event will be a virtual panel discussion followed by a live Q&A afterwards. Can't make the date but still want to check it out?! A video playback is included as well, as another way to check out this event when best works for you!

Go to: www.andshebelievedshecould.com to register!

24/05/2022

Interested in what - and she believed she could - is all about?!

Here's a little intro. Also, stay tuned, registration for the next event goes live tomorrow! https://youtu.be/f1VLtExTMjg

Go to www.andshebelievedshecould.com to JOIN THE LIST!

24/05/2022

Received a job posting for a REMOTE Operations Coordinator position with an excellent company and a great boss!!

If you are looking, go to the link below! Applications are due Wednesday.

https://megkco.com/prooftoproduct/

22/05/2022

Thanks to all who joined virtually or ordered a video playback of our Virtual Watercolor Workshop, headed up by Amber, creator of Women Create Weekly.

Amber did a fantastic job bringing a watercolor project together with the idea of investing in ourselves and recognizing what’s truly important to us as we refocus for the rest of 2022.

To all who attended live - your positive energy is what will make [and she believed she could] everything that it can be.

Thank you for bringing your smiling faces, open minds and creative curiosity! To those who bought a video playback - we appreciate your support! It will be to you shortly!

Make sure to check out WomenCreateWeekly.com and set aside time for yourself to create with Amber and great community of women. The first class is just $1!

Also, JOIN THE LIST at www.andshebelievedshecould.com to learn more about about new events for women, powered by women coming your way.

20/05/2022

The weekend is almost here! And she believed she could is hosting its first official watercolor workshop this Saturday at 4pm PDT/7pm EDT, in partnership with Women Create Weekly (www.womencreateweekly.com). Come hang out with a supportive community of women and enjoy some rest and relaxation while we create! Go to www.andshebelievedshecould.com to register!

12/05/2022

Check out our Summer workshops and upcoming panel at www.andshebelievedshecould.com.

All can be attended in the comfort of your own home, on Zoom. We'll be featuring everything from:

an inspiring panel on changing careers,
to workshops on watercolor,
personal training,
kids and family photography for the non-photographer
and product photography for small business.

All are run by women for women, provide a community of peer support, and promote female led small business!

COMMUNITY DRIVEN EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS  I  SUPPORT GROUPS  I  INTERVIEWS WITH INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN  I  PROMOTION OF FEMALE LED BUSINESS

10/05/2022

Looking for (4) female entrepreneurs to be a part of virtual panel re: their experience starting a business. Message me for info!

06/05/2022

When you realize the one that made you a Mama has had it all along :) Happy early Mother's Day to you all! May your weekend be filled with all that you love.

02/05/2022

Good reminder for a Monday. Thanks to my “I am” app :)

01/05/2022

Looking for a couple of women who have changed careers to speak on a virtual panel for “and she believed she could”! Would love one person who went from corporate to entrepreneurship as a part of it, but looking at all career transitions! Message me if you or a friend are interested!

25/04/2022

I met this amazing person in passing in my new town of West Linn, OR. I drove up to her house and immediately saw her creative energy, in their completely remodeled mid-century home complete with raised organic garden beds canvasing their front yard and backyard greenhouses. I immediately thought -- I need to learn more about this person's business and how she created it!

Emily Silverstein, founder of Urban Oreganics - Botanical Apothecary, is quite the go-getter, with an eco-friendly, minimalist style as she tackles the world of health and beauty. Their organic skin care products are handcrafted in small batches and packaged in recyclable glass & cardboard containers. Every product is 100% vegan, and tested on willing friends and family, never on animals.

To celebrate, Mother's Day she's offering a special Vanilla + Rose Trio with a Sugar Scrub, Clay Mask and Lip Butter just for our community! Click on the link below to check it out.
https://www.urbanoreganics.com/products/vanilla-rose-mothers-day-set?shebelievedshecould
For an additional 15% off, use coupon code: mothersday15

Want to check out the rest of her offerings? Go to https://www.urbanoreganics.com/
15% off through - and she believed she could - through the end of May! Coupon code: SHECOULD15

21/04/2022

Thank you to all who were interested in our upcoming workshop! Our Virtual Watercolor Workshop has been scheduled. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 21st at 4pm PDT/7pm EDT. A registration link and list of recommend supplies will follow shortly.

Want to include a friend?! Send them this link to be added to our list! http://www.andshebelievedshecould.com/

Can't make this date?! Don't worry! We will also be offering a video playback option so that you can take the class (or) reference it whenever works best for you!

18/04/2022

Looking for a unique way to celebrate your Mom this Mother's Day? Join us Saturday, May 7th virtually to hear their stories and spread love to the women who came before us!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stories-from-my-mother-tickets-321886500187

stories from my mother

15/04/2022

We are turning Facebook community posts into live virtual conversations! Stay tuned for a schedule of "Virtual Support Groups -- Redefined." We'll pick a subject, bring challenges and solutions to the table, and join a supportive community of women from the comfort of our homes to discuss! Topics could include everything from: Parenting, Nutrition and Fitness, Self-Care, Entrepreneurship, Finances, Travel, etc. Comment below with any topics that you are currently interested in!

29/03/2022

There is something about the first signs of Spring that is such a reset for me. Magnolias, Cherry Blossoms, Daffodils and more are starting to bloom all over Portland, and of course, all that Winter rain makes the green pop even more.

These umbrellas are the best representation of it all. The cherry blossom and pine tree ones are my absolute favorite because they have a beautiful wooden handle. That and the image on the top really reminds me of all the things I know and love in the Pacific Northwest.

For anyone appreciating the same, check these out. They also have a super cute one for kids and a variety of other designs. The perfect Mother's Day gift, sold by a female led company! Ship April 13th!

https://birdandfishco.com/

28/03/2022

This one made me laugh out loud today, so I had to share it :)

Happy Monday!

25/03/2022

For all those craving a creative break!

We're testing interest in a series of virtual workshops. To kick it off, because the blog side of "and she believed she could" has focused a lot on ideation, creativity and confidence, what would be better than a women's workshop centered around creating just to create -- with a little watercolor painting thrown in!

No experience necessary. You can buy supplies off of our Amazon wish list or BYOS (bring your own supplies).

Just an opportunity to "Connect, Inspire, Educate and Empower."

Plus...support female led small business at the same time!

Click below if you are interested and we will send you a registration link when sign-up begins.

https://shecould.wixsite.com/home