“Who runs the world? Girls!” 😍… Okay, that might be taking it a little too far, but they definitely run the Dallas Farmers Market. Since 2013, the Dallas Farmers Market has been managed and operated by some phenomenal females who strive to shape the market we know and love today. You could say that cultivating community is in our nature. 🌱 But the Boss Ladies of our market extend beyond just our market leadership. Of the 200+ small businesses operating at the Dallas Farmers Market, 53% are women-owned and co-owned! The national percentage of women-owned businesses is just 42%, so we’re proud to raise the bar in our local community.
Running a small business is a BIG job no matter your gender. Small business owners, farmers, artists, and entrepreneurs often take on tasks that are overwhelming but necessary to accomplish. It’s easy for stress to take over when you’re balancing careers, families, and social time – all are extremely important to our health and well-being. It’s important to remember that right in the center of that juggling act is you. Keeping in touch with your needs is at the heart of the self-care conversation that has been largely women-led. Keeping self-care in mind allows us to recharge so we can be present and give love to others.
Renee of Abundantly Aromatic is the go-to source for self-care wisdom. One of the pioneering businesses of The Market at the Dallas Farmers Market, Abundantly Aromatic has provided all-natural soaps, body scrubs, shea butters, and candles to the community since 2009. Renee knows the ups and downs of small business ownership, and how to keep calm through it all.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Renee shares some self-care wisdom that will keep us feeling balanced and refreshed –
“Self-care, the focus often centers around applying beauty products, manicures, pedicures, and mental health practices. However, genuine self-care resides in finding inner peace—maintaining hydration, aligning your spirit, organizing your thoughts, and creating a harmonious space. Comprehensive self-care might involve moments like indulging in a long bath, exfoliating your skin, moisturizing, and dedicating time for personal well-being. Amidst the clutter in our minds, families, and lives, nurturing inner peace becomes crucial for progress, helping us overcome self-imposed obstacles. Self-care is personal and unique to each individual. Finding peace can involve activities like working in the yard, getting dirty, or going for a bike ride. It’s essential to make decisions that resonate with your own sense of peace and well-being.”
If you’re ready to start your self-care routine with all-natural soaps, or maybe you just want to chat with Renee, you can visit Abundantly Aromatic in The Market every day from 11AM – 7PM.
Happy International Women’s Day!
