We asked folks we admire to share one piece of conventional advice that they disagree with.

FLORENTiNO | Singer/Songwriter & Actor.

The piece of advice that has been harder for me to process definitely has to be “focus on one thing”. As a self titled creative powerhouse I find joy in dabbling in different branches of the arts, wether is music, acting, fashion styling, modeling, creative direction, or even P.A.-ing on set I rejoice in the ability to flex my creative muscles every time I can and little by little I’ve been acquiring knowledge that has helped me along in my career in one way or another. I believe that my ability to do all this things successfully is a blessing or a gift from the universe if you will, and I will continue to do it all til’ my last breathe. Read more>>

Marie McKenzie | Artist

Hmmmm…what has recently been coming up for me is the saying, ‘let it go’. Much easier said than done, this saying has always thrown me, how do I let it go or throw it out there to the world? What does this process actually look like? I think the ‘letting go’, for me anyway, is actually more about embracing and through this a transformation happens of acceptance. Paying attention. Doing more introspection. Where does this feeling come from? Read more>>

Suvini Jayasekera | Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist

I hold a different perspective regarding the role of traditional medicine in today’s rapidly evolving world of modern healthcare. In reality, the harmonious integration of both traditional and modern medicine stands as the most effective means of delivering high-quality care to patients, ultimately enhancing their overall quality of life. Traditional medicine serves as the cornerstone upon which many modern techniques are built, and its historical brilliance should be celebrated. Read more>>