Hey there, it's Marissa, and this week on "Balanced and Busy," I'm switching things up a bit with a special recap and life update episode. Taking a cue from my recent conversation with Eloquent Pearlfection, I decided to step back and reflect on how I've been navigating the balance between my work, personal life, and community involvement.

Join me as I revisit some memorable moments from earlier episodes, starting with Christie's empowering story of resilience and community building through Gutted Fitness. Through her journey, I've come to appreciate the power of our platform to amplify voices and make a positive impact on our communities.

Then, I dive into Trey's episode, "St. Louis Rising," where we discuss the importance of supporting local black-owned businesses and my recent involvement with the Emerging Business Leaders group. From there, I share insights from Dre's journey with MeyeGurl LLC, exploring themes of resilience, collaboration, and personal growth.

Drawing on Rachel's wisdom about setting goals and finding balance in life, I reflect on my own journey and share some personal realizations about the multifaceted nature of purpose and fulfillment.

So join me on this journey of self-discovery and living life to the fullest. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share to support the podcast, and consider checking out my family's candle business, Passion and Purpose Candles and More, for all your aromatic needs. Thanks for tuning in!