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

Hi Ashley, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
My thought process behind starting my own business was, how can I use my gifts to help people? I wanted to create balance and harmony for others in the way I was able to for myself on my own healing journey.

What should our readers know about your business?
What sets me apart from others is my ability to communicate with the plant, crystal, and element spirits or what I refer to as Nature Allies. When I do a reading with someone or create an herbal oil, the Nature Allies come in to create balance and harmony in the energetic field. I am most excited about the herbal oils that I am currently creating. There are over fifty oils that are percolating in five different lines. I am proud of their energy and how they will help people balance their own energy fields. I got to where am I today with perseverance. It was not easy and I was against starting a business at first. I didn’t think I was capable. I persisted through every step and I continue to do so. Creating a website was difficult for me. Marketing is my current challenge. I have some really amazing guidance. I have learned that I can do anything I set my mind to. I want people to know that your gifts are meant to be shared and you will always find a way through the difficulties if it is meant to be.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would take my best friend to my favorite nature spots. A spring is one of my favorites and caves for sure. I love trails with running water. It soothes my soul. We would hit up some of the coolest coffee shops and eat at the farm to table restaurants with vegan and vegetarian options. The art museum is one of my go to’s for visitors as well. The square holds first Fridays and farmers markets that I couldn’t pass up.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My partner Reggie deserves so much credit in my story. He has always been along for the ride. From doing tea ceremony, to moon rituals, to allowing me to practice energetic healing on him, he is my rock. He is my number one supporter. I’d be lost without him.

Website: http://www.awakenwithashley.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awaken.with.ashley/

Image Credits
Stone Arrow Photography

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