We had the good fortune of connecting with Anna Luena and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Anna, what habits do you feel play an important role in your life?
The greatest habits I have learned so far are to maintain a positive mindset and never stop believing in myself. By monitoring my thoughts I have been able to manifest incredible peace, opportunity, and meaningful friendships into my life. I understand now that I was the only circumstance getting in the way of my success. I remember when it used to be hard for me to visualize a life where I didn’t have to struggle to make ends meet and I was starting to believe the outside voices that I would never “make it” as a full time musician. Yet here I am, an unsigned, indie artist living solely off my passion for music and art. Inspiring and changing the lives of everyone I come into contact with. I encourage everyone to find a positive mentor, do your own shadow work, meditate and listen to your spirit guides, and go live your true lives purpose. You are the only person who can unlock that potential for yourself. As long as you are living your purpose, the universe will provide.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I would say that as an artist I am most proud of my character and how I’ve transformed over the years. Growing from loving music at a young age and performing to now still have the freedom to make all the decisions for my career is a blessing. My new single, “I like the way” had over 6k plays on Spotify in just the first two weeks upon its release. It’s wild to me because that’s more than some of my other songs that have been out for years. I am grateful and amazed that I have experienced the greatest success when I just resign myself to my soul’s purpose and trust that the universe will always provide for me and those I love. My next single, “Don’t Worry” will come out 3/3 at 3:33am NYC time in honor of my grandpa who was born 3/3/33 and the official music video will drop same day at 9am. Be sure to go stream my music on all platforms search Anna Luena and check out my music tips and music videos on YouTube at Thrive With Lue. Join my stream on twitch @luenicorn every week and IG live @luenicorn every Friday at 12PM PST where I give you a live vocal lesson!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
When my best friends visit I love to take them to eat at the best vegan restaurants, Sage and My Vegan Gold in Echo Park, Doomies and Thai food in Hollywood. There are so many options now, sometimes we just find new places. We love the beach, Santa Monica renting bikes/scooters, or playing guitar on the shores of El Segundo. While they were here, I would definitely take them on a wine cruise and then maybe we could go to Mammoth and drink hot coco in the hot tub or Palm Springs and have a pool party/ sleep over. We would shop, do our nails, relax, watch movies, play music and of course talk our little butts off. The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Soooo many shout outs, where to start?! First thanks to my spirit guides, my Mom and broski, my Babe, all my fam especially Miss Layiaboo, best buddies Alli and Ipo (and their fam!), my close friends: you know who you are, I love and appreciate you all dearly! Shout out to every person who has ever supported my music! I am so excited for what the next few years have in store for us. Shout out to all the brands I’m partnered with, find them on IG: @purposejournals @joonamjewerly @hotcocomango @verbenergy @groupielove @coronationapparel My stylist: @leatherandlavenderboutique Other artists that inspire me daily: @iammalachi @ipoakiko @whesli @eebeyond @ghostwyfi @ms.crissyj @vicardomoon @samski1411 @alisharoney @jonnaethompson @hadyae @robintakizawa @castellamusic

Website: www.annaluena.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luenicorn/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/luenicorn

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luenicorn

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzdYtg7nphKBThIxFqOjwrw

Other: Twitch: www.twitch.tv/luenicorn

Image Credits
photo creds: @casalegraphics and @tb.who

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