SHOWER THOUGHTS

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Interviewee: Sandra Velasquez

SHOWER THOUGHTS

WITH Sandra Velasquez
Sandra Velasquez is the CEO and founder of Nopalera, a modern Mexican beauty and lifestyle brand. Before launching Nopalera, she led a Latin band that toured internationally and had its music featured on hit TV shows like “Breaking Bad”.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU FELT INSPIRED?

I feel inspired every day! I love building a business with a mission, and I’m fueled by the impact our brand has on the community. Even on the hard days, I have a wellspring of inspiration within me.

WHAT DO YOU VALUE THE MOST ABOUT YOURSELF AND WHY?

My courage. I am grateful that I was born naturally confident. When I decide I want to do something, I just do it. I do not suffer from decision paralysis or self-doubt.

WHAT'S ONE THING YOU THINK OTHER PEOPLE OVERVALUE?

I think people overvalue external validation. Constantly chasing approval from others is a road with no end. Once you know who you are and your value, no one can take that away from you.

WHAT DOES THE WORD 'WELLBEING' MEAN TO YOU?

Wellbeing to me means being calm in the present moment. I work on this everyday.

WHAT IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH WATER?

As a fire sign, I need water to reset. I love showering before bed to help wind down the day.

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ABOUT YOUR DAILY ROUTINE, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?

I would exercise more. My favorite exercise is walking, but it's hard to go out walking in the NYC winter and I don't love going to a gym.

WHAT WOULD YOUR STARTER PACK INCLUDE?

My starter kit includes Mesobis gummies, noise cancelling headphones for the subway, a jacuzzi, a journal, a plane ticket to anywhere!

HAVE YOU HAD ANY INTERESTING SHOWER THOUGHTS LATELY?

I am planning my next big birthday trip and thought about which countries have the best castles. I really want to stay in a castle.