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Honoring Our Roots, Growing Forward 🌱
Yash & Sandra from Authentic Austin
April 27, 2025
Hey friends,
Sandra here! Happy almost May! I wanted to send a little update your way as we head into this next chapter together 🌿
⏪ A quick look back
When Authentic Austin first began, the dream was simple:
Create a space where founders, leaders, creators — anyone walking a courageous path — could show up as full humans.
Not just the polished, LinkedIn versions. But the real moments. The messy middle. The questions. The breakthroughs. The parts that don’t always make it into highlight reels.
Fast forward, and here we are. This community has become something bigger than any one person could hold alone.
It’s been a season of connection, of new friendships, of businesses born, of quiet transformations happening behind the scenes.
It’s also been a reminder that when we build from a place of authenticity — real belonging is possible.
And none of this would have been possible without Yash.
His vision, heart, and commitment created the foundation for what we’ve all been able to experience here.
I'm deeply grateful for the way he held and nurtured this space from the very beginning, with so much care, intention, and devotion to true connection.
It’s an honor to be stepping in to steward the Austin chapter forward while he embarks on his next adventure expanding this vision to San Francisco (and beyond).
We’re cheering him on every step of the way. 🙌🏾
📈 Where we are now
In case you haven’t heard yet — Authentic Austin is expanding!
At the end of this year, Yash will be putting down roots in San Francisco to bring this vision of authentic, conscious community to new places.
And I’m stepping in to help nurture and grow the Austin chapter into this next evolution.
Honestly, it’s a full-circle moment.
Supporting communities like this — where deep connection, truth, and growth are the heartbeat — is the work I feel most called to do.
I'm beyond excited to keep nurturing what we’ve built together and to help carry this vision forward.
🎯 What’s Ahead
We’re rolling out some updates over the next few months:
A new name and brand to reflect our expansion beyond Austin
More Conscious Connection gatherings (with a little extra somatic magic infused 😉)
New ways to stay connected outside of meetups — no chaotic WhatsApp groups, I promise!
🧑🤝🧑 Next Up: May Meetup
Our next Conscious Connection is happening on Thursday, May 22 at 6:00pm.
We’ll be gathering in our usual spirit — an intimate space where you can bring your whole self, meet others walking a similar path, and leave feeling a little more grounded, inspired, and connected.
This is a perfect event to bring a friend who's been craving something real, too. The more, the merrier.
With a full heart,
Sandra
P.S. If you know someone who would love this kind of space, feel free to forward this along. Word of mouth is how we keep growing — in all the right ways. 🤍
🎯 What’s Included
🧑🤝🧑 From the Community
💫 Rounding out the April meetup, 🤝🏾 Community events, 🅰️² May meetup details + wishing well Yash on his next adventure!
💡 Skill Spotlight: Welcoming What Is
Letting go creates space — but what happens next is just as important.
It’s not about rushing to fill the space.
It’s about learning to welcome what’s here, right now — even if it’s messy, uncertain, or unexpected.
Welcoming doesn't mean we have to like or love everything that arises. It simply means we meet it with presence, curiosity, and compassion.
📆 Join us IRL
A²’s next Conscious Connection for founders, leaders, and curious people is on May 22 at 6:00pm.
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
💫 Rounding out the April meetup
Thank you to everyone who made April’s Conscious Connection so special. 💛
We leaned into a new gratitude practice this time — and even with just a few simple words, the depth of connection was beautiful to witness.
It’s a reminder that sometimes just being seen is enough to create real belonging.
🅰️² May meetup + re-introducing 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 Welcoming What Is — a way of saying “yes” to your real, unfolding experience without needing to fix or change it.
Practice: The Gentle Welcome
Find a quiet moment and try this simple three-part practice:
Step 1: Notice
Take a few deep breaths and check in.
What’s present for you right now?
Is it excitement? Sadness? Numbness? Confusion? Hope?
There’s no need to label it "good" or "bad."
Just notice:
“Right now, I’m feeling _____. And that’s okay.”
Step 2: Welcome
Place a hand on your heart, or anywhere that feels comforting.
Gently say to yourself:
“I welcome this.”
Even if it’s uncomfortable.
Even if you wish it were different.
You’re creating space for your real experience — and that’s an act of love.
Step 3: Stay a Little Longer
Before moving on, stay with the feeling for just a few more breaths.
You don’t have to figure it out or make it go away.
Just let it be part of the moment, like a guest at your table.
And when you’re ready, you can whisper:
“I trust what’s unfolding. I welcome the life that’s here.”
Why This Matters
Welcoming doesn’t mean you’re stuck.
It means you’re in relationship with your own unfolding — not fighting it, not forcing it.
Every feeling, every moment, every part of your journey belongs.
And the more you welcome what is, the more gently the path ahead will open.
📚 Resource Corner
Book: When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron – Heart Advice for Difficult Times
App: Calm – Guided meditations for releasing emotions and finding peace.
Community: Authentic Austin 🙂 - Join us in community to share what it is you want to let go of and get supported in releasing (check out the next event below!)
📆 Join Us IRL
A²’s next Conscious Connection for founders, leaders, and curious people is on May 22 at 6:00pm.
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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