We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Celia Yuen

This question came to me while I was lying in a park in Lisbon, completely alone and feeling a little lost. But instead of panicking or distracting myself, I just sat with it. And that’s when it hit me—I was more in tune with myself than I’d ever been. Fully present. Fully open. It was kind of shocking, honestly. I wasn’t rushing to fix the discomfort. I was just there, grounded, and trusting that something beautiful could come next. Read More>>

Julie Lurie

Other than deciding to work for myself, the single most important decision I made that contributed to my success was building a strong support system—both professionally and personally. Early on, I realized that I couldn’t do it all alone. I intentionally built a team I could trust, delegated wisely, and aligned myself with people who shared my values and work ethic. Read More>>

Yamilka Poujaud Rodriguez

I would like my legacy to be one of empowerment. I want people to remember me as a woman who helped others—especially women—realize their worth, chase their dreams, and believe in their power to achieve anything. Through my work in medicine and aesthetics, I’ve aimed to not only heal but uplift, inspire, and transform lives from the inside out. Read More>>

Annie Kimmelman

Patience. I dreamt up Heaps FOUR YEARS before we launched, and the most valuable lesson I’ve learned is that great things take time. Instead of rushing to market, we focused on getting it right – testing, refining, and learning along the way. That patience gave us the space to define our voice, build a strong foundation, and find partners we trust. It allowed us to source the best ingredients possible and create a product we’re truly proud of. Read More>>

Anamargret Sanchez

I stopped saying “I don’t have time” to do the things that bring me joy & inspiration.
Luckily teaching yoga and being a transformational coach are inspiring and don’t feel like “work” most of the time. But I had to learn to limit how many students and clients I see a day to make sure I had the time to practice, socialize, continue learning, write, paint/draw and sometimes just relax so I could recharge. Read More>>

Lucy Smoke

People say “Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life,” what I’ve found to be true is that when you love what you do, you’ll work the hardest you’ve ever worked because you love it. Read More>>