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Hey Reader,
You know those songs that hit you in the gut and the soul? For me, Aerosmith’s “Dream On” is one of those. Every time it comes on, I crank it up, close my eyes (unless I’m driving 😅), and let it take me back to a time when my biggest dream was just to become someone—even if I didn’t yet know who.
Lately, that song has been echoing through my days again—not as nostalgia, but as a reminder.
A reminder to keep dreaming…
To stay connected to my purpose…
To remember that I built this community not because it was the logical next step, but because something deep inside me said: "This matters."
And right now? Purpose feels more important than ever. In a world that feels off-kilter, where division (even within our own families) is heartbreakingly real… I’ve been asking myself:
“What am I here to do, really?
What’s the deeper why behind how I show up each day?
And am I living it on purpose—or just floating along?” This month in Athena Village, our theme is Purpose. Not the capital-P pressure cooker version. But the quiet, soul-led compass kind. The one that helps us make decisions, take aligned action, and create beauty—even in the midst of chaos.
💭 I’d love to know:
• What’s been guiding you lately?
Is there a song, quote, nudge, or "aha" moment has pulled you back to your purpose?
Hit reply and share with me. I really do read every note.
And if you want to dive deeper into these conversations, the Village café is always open.
Keep dreaming,💛
Founder of Athena Village
& Certified (and certifiable) Wayfinder Coach 😉
P.S. If you’ve been circling around your “next thing,” we’ve got some magic brewing inside the Village—new spaces, new energy, and some bold purpose-driven moves. Come visit: athenavillage.com
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🦉Who We Are
Athena Village is a sanctuary for heart-centered women navigating life’s transitions, building communities, and living with purpose. Inside, you’ll find collaborators, creatives, and changemakers supporting each other with wisdom, wit, and wonder.
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📅 Marketplace Events
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Friday, November 7 at 1:00 PM MST
Rhythm, Resilience, and Flow: Fall Exhale
Gather with creator members Rachelle Niemann and joy agcongay this fall to pause and exhale for a moment. Together we will, tune in to our natural, supportive rhythms while connecting to the flow of nature, cycles, and seasons. In this 60-minute gently interactive workshop, we will invite you to: Pause, breathe, and engage in practices to help ...
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Wednesday, November 12 at 1:00 PM MST
Practicing Conscious Leadership
What if the way we converse could feel more calm, more connected, and more alive? Join November 12th for a 75-minute gathering where we'll explore conscious leadership through the lens of neuroscience, appreciative inquiry, and the xchange facilitation approach. In this session, you won't just learn about these tools; you'll experience them. We...
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Wednesday, November 19 at 9:00 AM CST
#AHA | Marketing with Purpose, Inspired by Nature | with Jessica Lohmann
#Purpose can light our path—or burn us out if we treat it as the destination instead of the compass.In this Ask-Her-Anything session, Jessica Lohmann, founder of Ethical Brand Marketing and creator of Marketing by Nature, opens the conversation on how purpose shapes our work, our marketing, and our growth. Bring your questions, reflections, and...
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Friday, December 5 at 7:00 PM GMT
Learning Wild: Reflections from the Steppe with Bonny Mealand
Explore what Mongolia’s wild horses can teach us about connection, coexistence, and care — both in the field and in our everyday lives.An evening of reflection and discovery as she shares stories, footage, and insights from her recent fieldwork in the Gobi.Through the lens of science, empathy, and lived experience, Bonny explores what these hor...
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Rachelle Niemann
Creative, thoughtful, technically savvy, guide, holder of space, all about instilling inner peace and helping us all know self-love.
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This month, I’m shining a light on Rachelle Niemann—a longtime Athena Village member (since 2018!) whose presence is as steady and grounding as her work.
Rachelle met fellow member Joy A. right here in the Village, and what began as a spark of connection has grown into a beautiful collaboration. Together, they now host monthly gatherings that invite us to slow down, center ourselves, and honor our natural rhythms—something we all need more of in this fast-paced world.
Their partnership is a perfect example of what happens when values-aligned women come together in community: shared purpose, deep support, and meaningful action. Learn more about Rachelle
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💫 Kelly’s final thoughts
Purpose doesn’t always roar. Sometimes it’s a quiet rhythm, a meaningful connection, or a song that reminds you who you are.
This month, I’m leaning into what feels true—and inviting you to do the same.
Thanks for being here. I’m so grateful to walk this path with you.
💛 Kelly
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