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Boundaries aren’t walls — they’re doors back to yourself.
This month, we’re reclaiming our energy, saying sacred no’s, and remembering what truly matters.
Yash & Sandra from Authentic Austin
June 09, 2025
Hey friends,
Sandra here. As we welcome June, I’ve been thinking a lot about boundaries — not just as hard stops, but as intentional openings.
Because every time we say no to something that drains us, we’re actually saying yes to something deeper — to what’s essential, nourishing, and aligned.
What needs to fall away so you can show up for what truly matters?
Essentialism isn’t about doing less just for the sake of it.
It’s about doing only what’s aligned, and letting go of what scatters our energy, distracts our focus, or pulls us away from the life and work we’re really here for.
This month, I’m inviting us all to:
Say no more often (with love)
Get honest about what’s actually draining us
Make space for the full-body yeses that lead to real momentum
It’s not always easy — but it’s worth it.
And as always: you don’t have to figure it out alone.
🌿 Conscious Connection: Monday, June 16 @ Capital Factory
If you’ve been feeling overstretched, overwhelmed, or in need of a grounded reset — join us.
This month’s gathering will be all about tuning into what’s essential, honoring our own capacity, and reconnecting with what truly matters.
You can expect:
Honest conversation — no performance required
A somatic meditation to anchor into clarity
A real, tender dialogue about boundaries, burnout, and what we’re reclaiming
Real connection with people you actually want to keep talking to — no small talk required
Space to breathe, reflect, and remember you’re not alone
We’re officially waitlisted with over 50 beautiful humans already signed up — but you can still add your name and join the magic if a spot opens. (✨And spots almost always do.)
🎯 What’s Included
🧑🤝🧑 From the Community
💫 Rounding out the May meetup, 🅰️² May meetup details.
✨ Skill Spotlight: The “Essential 3” Practice
Try this gentle check-in this week:
1. What am I saying yes to that’s actually a no?
2. What do I want to create more space for — emotionally, physically, energetically?
3. What would change if I trusted that doing less is enough?
Boundaries aren’t selfish.
They’re how we protect what matters.
📆 Join us IRL
A²’s next Conscious Connection for founders, leaders, and curious people is on June 16th, at 6:30 pm.
We're inviting both the market-focused leader AND the spiritual seeker within you to the table. It's a great place to make authentic connections in an intimate setting.
Our calendar is the hub for A² IRL gatherings. Subscribing is the easiest way to get notified of these!
🧑🤝🧑 From The Community
💛 Thank You for Showing Up in May
To everyone who joined us for May’s Conscious Connection — thank you.
You showed up with openness, dropped the masks, and made space for the mess. The honesty in the room was real — and healing.
That’s the kind of community we’re building together..
🅰️² June meetup + Meet Your Facilitator, Sandra
Looking for more authentic connections in your life? Join us next month for Conscious Connection for founders, leaders, and curious people!
The vibes are ~incredible~. Join us and bring a friend (or two!)
 | Sandra is a Brand Therapist, Organizational Consultant, and Somatic Coach who helps individuals, founders, and teams achieve authentic breakthroughs. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in realigning brands, fostering organizational coherence, and guiding personal transformation through somatic-based coaching. By blending psychology, neuroscience, and strategic vision, Sandra empowers incredible individuals to thrive with clarity, ease, and purpose. → More |
We're building Conscious Connection by inviting both the market-focused leader AND the spiritual seeker within you to the table.
Know anyone that’s looking for more of that in their life? I’d appreciate it if you invited them to our next event!
💡 Skill Spotlight
tl;dr: This month, we’re practicing, “The “Essential 3” Practice”
(For Boundaries, Clarity, and Coming Home to What Matters)
Boundaries are less about pushing people away — and more about coming back to yourself. They help you reclaim energy, rebuild trust with your own body, and move from obligation to alignment.
This practice is designed to help you slow down, clear the mental clutter, and gently reorient toward what’s essential right now.
Step 1: Clear the Noise
Take a few breaths and drop into your body. Ask yourself:
What am I saying yes to that’s actually a no?
Maybe it’s a project, a person, a pattern — or an inner pressure to keep proving your worth.
Write it down without judgment. Be radically honest. You don’t have to act on it yet — just name it.
✍️ Journal prompt: Where am I abandoning myself in the name of being “nice,” productive, or needed?
Step 2: Name What’s Essential
Now ask:
What do I want to create more space for — emotionally, physically, or energetically?
This could be rest, deep creative work, honest conversations, slowness, or time alone. Let the answer come from your body, not your to-do list.
✍️ Journal prompt: What do I miss about myself? What’s trying to bloom in this season of my life?
Step 3: Commit to a Micro-Shift
What one boundary, decision, or small change can I make this week to honor what matters?
It doesn’t have to be dramatic. It might be:
Blocking off 30 minutes for uninterrupted work
Saying no to a coffee date that drains you
Turning off notifications after 8pm
Small boundaries create big shifts.
🧭 Mantra: “I am allowed to prioritize what nourishes me. Doing less is not failure — it’s clarity.”
Hope to see you on June 16th. This space is here for you — just as you are. 💛
Big love,
Sandra
P.S. Know someone quietly carrying a lot right now? Forward this to them. Let them know there’s room for them here, too.
📚 Resource Corner
Feeling called to go deeper into boundaries and doing less with intention?
Essentialism by Greg McKeown — for reclaiming your energy and saying no with purpose
The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins — for letting go of control and choosing peace
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson — for focusing on what actually matters
Let your nervous system exhale.
You don’t have to do it all — just what’s essential. 🌿
📆 Join Us IRL
A²’s next Conscious Connection for founders, leaders, and curious people is on June 16th at 6:30 pm.
We're inviting both the market-focused leader AND the spiritual seeker within you to the table. It's a great place to make authentic connections in an intimate setting.
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📫 Our calendar is the hub for A² IRL gatherings. Subscribing is the easiest way to get notified of these!
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