232: Embracing the Power Within with Rachel Lim

232: Embracing the Power Within with Rachel Lim

Author: Aileen Xu June 4, 2023 Duration: 1:01:46
Your biggest investment is yourself. Most of us don’t start out being great at anything. But we can learn, grow, and improve along the way. And if somewhere down the line you realise you’re not quite on the right path, you have the power to change that for your self.

Rachel Lim is the co-founder of Southeast Asia's leading womenswear brand Love, Bonito, an evolving brand taking on a meaningful approach to fashion.

Join Aileen and Rachel as they discuss what it really means to be a good leader, the importance or staying curious, and how you have the power to change the trajectory and path of your life.

TIMESTAMPS:

  • 1:53 How it all started
  • 8:54 Firing bullets before cannonballs
  • 11:08 How Love, Bonito has evolved
  • 12:45 Rediscovering our why
  • 14:57 We are nothing without the team
  • 17:21 Learning along the way
  • 22:16 Finding the right people
  • 26:33 Always learning and growing from every opportunity
  • 29:04 The value in being curious
  • 30:44 I am my own mountain to overcome
  • 35:27 Turning inward and reflecting on myself
  • 37:26 Success: All the it seems, and what it isn’t
  • 38:43 It’s about the journey, not the destination
  • 43:11 How I prioritise what to focus on
  • 47:11 What I wish I knew earlier
  • 50:42 Will I know who I really am?
  • 51:33 What comes next?
FIND RACHEL ONLINE:

Website | https://www.rachreflects.com/
Podcast | RachReflects
Instagram | @ms_rach  @lovebonito

The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 232

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Aileen Xu hosts The Lavendaire Lifestyle, a space designed for those looking to weave more intention into the fabric of their daily lives. This podcast explores the interconnected nature of personal growth, where improving your physical fitness directly influences your mental clarity, and spiritual curiosity enriches your approach to education and self-improvement. Episodes delve into practical routines for health alongside deeper conversations about purpose and inner peace, drawing from a variety of philosophies and traditions without being anchored to any single path. You’ll hear honest reflections on building a life that feels both productive and meaningful, where caring for your mind and body is part of a holistic journey. The Lavendaire Lifestyle serves as a companion for redefining success on your own terms, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage action beyond just passive listening. It’s for anyone who believes that a well-lived life incorporates care for every aspect of the self, fostering a sense of balance and authentic growth through its diverse topics.
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