EP 23: Holding Space with Bonkosi Horn Rule Breaker by Rebelle

I realize my tagline for this episode is a little cryptic, but when I was listening to this interview this idea of a space that brings people together kept coming back in my mind again and again.
 
There are some people who are really good at holding space - and what I mean by that is making people feel comfortable, seen, heard, and valued.
 
These might not feel like tangible things, but I assure you, they absolutely are.
 
Space doesn't always mean a physical space with four walls. Sometimes it is, but sometimes it’s just a feeling. A feeling you get when you are somewhere you can be completely comfortable. And if you don’t know what I mean, you are a very, very lucky person who has never been somewhere where they weren’t welcomed.
 
My guest today is a person who makes space. Bon - aka Bonkosi - Horn, owns a retail space in Philadelphia. They are not currently open to the public right now, but still, the mission and vision she had for her shop, Freedom Apothecary (http://www.freedomapothecary.com/), is still alive and well. She is still bringing people together all while quarantining at home with a brand new baby.
 
If you are lucky enough to meet Bonkosi, you will instantly know what I am talking about. She connects deeply and thoughtfully within 5 seconds of meeting her and she remembers everyone in a way that is truly a gift.
 
There is so much wisdom within this one little woman, I am excited for you to get to know a little more about her and her work in the world.
 
Listen to the full episode to hear:

* How Bonkosi is transforming retail spaces into space where people can connect rather than just buy—and how that changed after the pandemic
* How Bonkosi is breaking the rules in the wellness industry by creating boundaries
* What the last year has looked like for Bonkosi’s personal and professional life, including her business partner moving from Philadelphia to New Orleans, having a baby, and growing a business mid-pandemic.
* Bonkosi’s perspective on accepting versus embracing

 
Learn more about Bonkosi Horn:

* Freedom Apothecary (http://www.freedomapothecary.com/)
* @bonkosi (https://www.instagram.com/bonkosi/) on Instagram
* @freedom.apothecary (https://www.instagram.com/freedom.apothecary/) on Instagram

 
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* Amanda Schweck (https://www.instagram.com/arborandwood/)
* The Opt-In Podcast (https://theopt-in.com/)

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* What Kind Of Rule Breaker Are You? (http://readytorebelle.com/)
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