We had the good fortune of connecting with Bria Anne Melendez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Bria Anne, what do you attribute your success to?
I believe the most important factor behind my success is my commitment to myself and openness to endless possibilities. I remain neutral in situations not seeing things as so black or white, good or bad. Everything just is. It prepares me to take the steps I need in order to do the work I want to do on this planet. To give to humanity. Give music, give word, give beauty, give joy, give inspiration. My openness brings opportunities my way in magical ways. The right people on my path by chance. Because of the commitment I’ve made to myself, and living in my highest, I feel every step I take is a soul led step. An instinct, a gut feeling, a download I get of an idea and I take it. My open heart makes me willing to go for anything it calls me to do. And because of all of this, I am creating my reality. It is not always picture perfect, I make mistakes and take responsibility for it. But all of it, free will and choice, is what makes this life so beautiful. And from that you remember your purpose and who you really are and what you are here to do. And that to me is my success.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I am a musician, singer songwriter, and now teaching music at a music school! Along with that I am a Spiritual Coach and intuitive offering Akashic Records Karma Clearing Soul Realignment Sessions and Tarot Readings. I write for my blogs and create content sharing inspiration, self care tips, and music. I have tried many things, and as many have not worked there are many that have. It has been years of finding myself, where I belong and loving myself deeply enough to do this work. I took time to seek mentors and healers to help me find my center, become softer, and sit with myself more in order to see myself. I have learned to be clear, you must give yourself time and rest, and be patient with yourself and love the part of the journey you are on. It is always unfolding each and every day and it is up to us to do it our own way. I am proud of the writing I have been doing with music and blogs, and I look forward to continue sharing with the world.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would take them on a couple day trip along the Pacific Coast to Big Sur!!! It is such a beautiful peaceful drive. I also love anywhere by the beach, like the Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Boardwalk and have a meal at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel or Miramar Hotel and rent out a bungalow and cabana. It is always so inspiring also to be in Hollywood, so we would start out with a nice organic coffee or tea from Blackwood Coffee Bar. I would take them on a walk down Hollywood Blvd then a hike to the Griffith Observatory to see all of Los Angeles. I would take them to see the film and music studios, and end with a nice dinner at The Sunset Tower, then finish off with drinks at The Roosevelt Rooftop.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Thankful to my supportive partner, Fabian Jaime, my family and close friends, and all of those who follow and support me on my creative journey. Special shoutout to my cowriter Olympia DeCarlo, and music mentor Jessica Karpov (Harloe), and coach Shari Hollander. They have been a huge part of my growth!

Website: www.briaanne.com and www.soulempowermentwithbria.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/everythingbriaa

Twitter: www.twitter.com/everythingbria

Facebook: www.facebook.com/briaanneentertainment

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpKbeISdQAiC-8t_QwFdKxA

Other: two websites: Spiritual Coaching and Readings: www.soulempowermentwithbria.com Entertainment: www.briaanne.com

Image Credits
Ronald Williams Photography

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