
The Other Way 019: Create community, unleash creativity, & live your most authentic life with The Optimist Collective
The Optimist Collective is a community centered in wellness, connection, & growth on a journey towards a more optimistic self. Founded by two close friends; this community curates intimate retreats and experiences while partnering with brands, practitioners, and communities to cultivate more optimism in the world.
Ashley Frabasilio
Ashley (she/her) is an experience designer specializing in bringing people together to connect with purpose and delight in our ever-changing world! Ashley has built experience in the tech space for the last 7+ years focused on a range of programs from IPO’s to women’s groups. Ashley’s superpower is in creating a space for folks to be in community with each other and sprinkling in moments of surprise and delight!
Libby Craig
Libby (she/her) is a breathwork facilitator, writer, and community builder. She has led programs and workshops in mental health and wellbeing at large tech companies, nonprofits, and women’s circles. Through her experience as a breathwork guide and crisis counselor, as well as her own personal journey, she has been continually moved by the sacred power of healing in community.
Want to join a retreat? Use the code: “NOURISHPOD” for 10% off the September Nourish Your Soul retreat!
💫 We cover :
- Ashley and Libby’s path to creating The Optimist Collective
- The foundations of cultivating an experience that fosters connection
- Designing your own life - Libby and Ashley are in two very different places (e.g. entrepreneurship and balancing another day job)
- Why pursuing what lights your soul on fire is so important
- Pushing through imposter syndrome
- So much more!
💫 Mentioned in this episode:
- The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
- Jen Winston of Jenerous
- The Optimist Collective Facilitators
- Nourish Your Soul Retreat
💫 To connect with The Optimist Collective:
- https://www.theoptimistcollective.com/
- @theoptimistcollective on Instagram
- Coming Up: Mindful Moments
- Coming Up: Bi-Visibility Month
☯️ To connect with Kasia (learn more about Holistic Coaching + Chinese Medicine) :
- @Mira_Wellness_co (Instagram)
- www.mirawellness.co
