Starting over isn’t new to me—I’ve done it twice before.. (in business that is)
My first business was a handmade crystal jewellery brand—beautiful pieces, but that’s all they were to me- beautiful. They lacked depth, a real connection to who I was or the journey I had been on. I was creating jewellery, but it felt hollow, as if I were simply assembling pieces rather than weaving a story. Looking back, I see it now as my first chapter—a time of searching, creating without purpose, and longing for something more.
My second venture was a curated concept store—a cooperative space showcasing handpicked designs from various artisans. It provided financial stability, but not fulfillment. It was a business, not a passion. I was managing it, not creating, and over time, it felt dull and meaningless—like I was simply going through the motions rather than building something with real value or meaning. Looking back, this was my second chapter—a time of healing and regaining my footing, yet still searching for something that truly aligned with me.
Through all of this, life was changing me. I experienced financial hardship, loss, setbacks, moments where I felt completely and utterly confused and lost. But with every challenge, I learned. I grew. I let go of what wasn’t right for me and started paying attention to what truly mattered to me.
And that’s how Third Chapter was born.