Hi! I’m Tara Johnson, owner of Soft Smile Vintage. I chose the name because I am a notorious soft smiler, and hey, not everyone deserves to see your fangs! I am a long-time lover of all things vintage and have always loved retro furniture and design. When I was 12 years old, I saved up all of my baby-sitting money to buy a super retro-looking hot pink futon for my room. Then, in high school, I would unashamedly wear sequined 80’s dresses to dances and of course had to find a yellow, vintage dress at a local consignment store to wear to prom. I have always loved the idea that vintage items hold stories of the past and their previous owners. I tend to think vintage items are well-made and buying second-hand gives an item a new life while reducing waste!
When did you start @softsmilevintage and what made you fall in love with it?
I’m currently pursuing my Masters in Social Work (MSW) with a concentration in Behavioral Health at the University of Maryland. After quitting my full-time job in August 2020 to pursue my degree full-time, I had to quickly find a way to pay my bills despite my busy school and internship schedule. At that time, I had found a quarantine hobby making candles in vintage, up-cycled containers from thrift stores, yard sales, friends, my attic, etc. I made a candle out of anything I could get my hands on -- from an old coffee mug to a 1960s butter dish! I had always looked fondly at local vintage stores that had carefully curated mid-century modern looks, furniture, and home decor. After a month of unemployment, I took the leap to start my business, Soft Smile Vintage, in September 2020, which combines my love for candles, vintage items, and reducing waste. Part of what drives my creativity for the page is curating the styles of my furniture and home decor finds to match my candles for unique vintage looks. Sometimes I will hold onto an item for 3 or 4 months before listing it because I want the items to jive together with every listing series. It’s also been fun to use my photography hobby to capture the essence of my pieces with natural light so that they can resonate as much digitally as they do in-person.
Tell us about your @softsmilevintage shop/page!
Soft Smile Vintage is all about reusing, recycling, and sustainability! I hand-pour my candles with an all-natural soy, coconut, and palm wax blend scented with non-toxic, phthalate and paraben-free fragrance oils to create a high quality, clean-burning candle. I also use a combination of crackling wooden wicks and cotton wicks in my candles. Finding up-cycled containers not only reduces waste, but gives the opportunity to create a really unique candle. I use recycled materials such as shoe boxes, used gift wrap, gently used bubble wrap from packages, and newspaper to package my candles and vintage items for shipping.
What motivates or inspires your business?
Partnering with the local community and other businesses has been a huge motivator for me with Soft Smile Vintage. I’ve participated in many pop-up markets at a local antique store, supporting other vintage resellers and candle makers, and have partnered with local businesses to sell my candles, in addition to making candles out of their company mugs for their clients. I’ve enjoyed the journey of meeting inspiring creators (much like DHAA) that are pursuing their passion and just going for it, even if they don’t have everything figured out just yet. Trusting the process and connecting with others has driven me to keep growing my business.
What's the main lesson you’ve learned since launching your business?
Firstly, I don’t sell anything that I don’t personally like. The problem with this is that every time I find something really unique, I want to keep it! A friend of mine who has been reselling for over 20 years gave me the best advice yet: “you will always find another cool thing, so just sell it and make room for the next superior item,” and I have found this to be true. Each time I’ve found a rare and prized vintage item that I have been on the hunt for, I eventually find something even better for my customers.
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I am a standup comic based in DC. I’ve been doing that for a few years now with a podcast I’ve been doing even longer. I have a twin brother that I was separated from at birth, I am adopted, I have been homeless, in jail, as well as turned down a 6 figure salary to return to bartending while pursuing comedy/podcasting.
When did you start the podcast and what made you fall in love with it?
About 4 years ago. I had just left a restaurant management job and had an offer from another. I was also ending a drug addiction while managing an alcohol addiction (both of which I’ve since overcome) and I was very unhappy. I had always wanted to try comedy and podcasting, but never thought it was a feasible goal. Sitting at home and not wanting to return to headaches of management I sat down and recorded an “episode” put it on Soundcloud and that was it. After that, I returned to bartending and recorded with anyone I could. While interviewing any friend that would agree to it, I realized that I genuinely love learning about people. Everyone has a unique story that is unlike anyone else's and it’s a beautiful thing to be able to explore that with them.
Tell us about your Podcast.
My Podcast officially started as a way for me to explore my thoughts and feelings about success and failure. It has since evolved into a show where I interview people from all walks of life while always exploring the emotions and feelings behind the decisions we make and the way we feel. I like to highlight extraordinary people or people that live outside of what we would consider normal. I’ve had guests like Daryl Davis (JRE), Tanner Boser (UFC), Hartley Erickson (Don't Half Ass Anything), as well as numerous standup comedians.
What's the main lesson you’ve learned since launching your channel?
Since starting the podcast I think that I’ve learned so much that I may have even forgotten some of the things I learned. I learned about the similarities you probably have with people you’d be sure you disagree with. I learned that YouTube can teach you anything if you look hard enough. I learned that most people have a story that's different than what you’d assume. I learned you can do things for yourself, you never thought possible if you’re willing to commit. I think most of all I learned to listen more than speak.
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]]>I had a popular funny dance video in 2013 that got shown on ELLEN but I didn’t know what to do, or how to capitalize on it. I was pursuing dance at the time and had occasionally put out dance videos throughout the years. Later, my friend blows up and has one of the most viral videos of 2015. This time we tried to keep putting out comedy content but we were learning as we went. We put some “big” (at least for a bunch of friends who had no idea what we were doing) productions together and found success in that in terms of views, but eventually we burnt out. We had no way of maintaining consistency. So without enough knowledge and experience, we kind of just fizzled out.
Later, I made a decision to dive deeper and go all in to film. This time I formed another group focused on commercial work and making cinematic comedy films. That had its own rise and fall, but through all those times I had learned a lot about film, got more of an idea of the industry and the business of social media, and had made a ton of friends along the way.
Honestly, I am still working things out. I can see my craft getting better and I’m learning more with each project, while continuing to have a great time with friends.
What is the most important lesson you've learned throughout the process of creating, producing videos, and managing a channel?
Something I’m constantly working on, which I feel like is the hardest at times to truly implement, is enjoying the process and not taking score. It’s easy for us to feel like we’re not where we’d like to be yet and therefore not feel “successful." But I really want to enjoy the journey and have fun with family and friends while doing something I love. That would be my definition of success.
When I think about it, the hanging out with friends and joking around while a vision comes together is my favorite part about creating comedy content. Looking back and remembering all the off camera moments is really fulfilling.
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Don’t Half Ass Your Health!
I hope you are sitting down, because it’s time to spill the tea! (or wine) What is the first thing that comes to mind when I say the word health? Let me guess... eating well, working out, dieting, being active? Am I right? More than likely you fall into the 99% of people that respond with one of those answers to that very important question!
Now if your initial thought was in fact one of those ever-so common responses, I’m going to tell you something you may not want to hear…. You are HALF ASSING YOUR HEALTH!!!
If you are wondering “who the hell are you and what do you know about health?”, I totally get it! So before I go any further let me backup a little and give you some background!
First off, hello there friend! My name is Shelby and I am the Founder of The Pineapple Project, a health coaching consulting firm with a focus on mental health and well-being. My personal credentials include a long list of health and wellness education, certifications, and real-world therapy experience with all different types of demographics and situations. As well as being a certified AFPA Health and Wellness Coach, I also have my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University. Without writing an entire autobiography, here is how I ended up here and why I know first hand what half assing your health means and why it is so important!
Working as a therapist in different areas, I came across almost every situation imaginable. I loved helping people and took great pride in my work and my own physical health. I was an avid fitness buff and professional athlete, so physical health was the most important aspect of my own well 1 being. I soon developed a gastrointestinal disease that really took its toll on my overall health. How? Me, who prided herself on being a shining example of good health for my clients to see and follow, always working out and eating healthy…. how did this happen to me? I soon learned it was directly related to stress. Little did I know I was half assing my own health, the most important part - my mental health and stress management. While I put such an emphasis on helping others and keeping up with my own physical health, I didn’t put any focus on the importance of the mental health piece of the wellness puzzle….. And I paid the price.
After taking some time off from therapy I came to realize that a lot of people had this same problem. Many people don’t focus enough on stress management and mental health, and don’t even realize how much it affects their physical health. Mental health is the BIGGEST piece of the wellness puzzle, and most people are neglecting it!
I looked around the landscape of health coaches and saw that there just aren’t many out there preaching the importance of mental health. So I decided I was going to help be the change in this industry!
Queue The Pineapple Project!
I created The Pineapple Project with the mission to help women (sorry guys) blossom into the most badass versions of themselves. To be happy and healthy, mind, body, and soul. I shine a spotlight on the mental side of health. Helping women get to where they want to be mentally so they can achieve not just their physical goals, but all the goals they have set for their lives.
Now I’m sure you are all wondering why “The Pineapple Project”? Well, wonder no more! I came up with this name because of what a pineapple naturally stands for…. “standing tall, wearing a crown, and being sweet inside.” I want everyone who joins the project to leave feeling like they are confident enough to stand tall, like they always are wearing a crown, and that they are sweet with all that they do. So naturally “The Pineapple Project” just stuck!
Starting this business was the best decision I have ever made. You know that saying “If you do what you love, you never have to work a day in your life”? That couldn’t be more true! I love 2 what I do and I’ve finally found a place where my own mental health can thrive while helping others. I never realized how important mental wellness was until I went through what I did. Starting this business just made it more clear to me that mental wellness really does conquer all!
Now back to my point! If you fall into that 99% of people who just view health as the physical side, it’s time to change up the way you are viewing health all together. Start by nourishing your mind with a positive mindset and managing your stress and anxiety properly. Once you show some love to your mental health you will soon see how it is just as important (if not more important) than your physical health. No more ignoring the mental piece of the wellness puzzle friends. It’s time to join the Pineapple Project movement and whole ass your health! So I will leave you all with this one last question…...
Are you half assing your health?
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]]>I’ve also learned how important “love” is when creating these videos. Love is always the secret ingredient. You can care for someone professionally, right? But when it’s done with love, it’s magical. I create all of my videos with that in mind.
]]>The first mention describing ASMR started on this online forum titled: “Weird sensation feels good” back in October of 2007. People were sharing with each other different things that would trigger this mysterious tingling and buzzing feeling in the back of the head and neck. Back then this mysterious feeling was called “brain orgasms”, although it isn’t related to sex, and is not sexual in nature, in fact just the opposite it’s considered wholesome. A “trigger” refers to things that trigger the feeling of ASMR. It can be: being cared for, being whispered to, someone tracing letters on your palm, getting a haircut, someone explaining something in a soft spoken voice etc.
In early 2009 there were some videos scattered throughout Youtube featuring whispering. The community started to grow from then on. In 2010, the term was formed by Jennifer Allen, a healthcare manager, who was an active member in the early forums. She founded an ASMR Facebook group & an ASMR research website. She coined the term: Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. “In short, ASMR is a hardwired positive evolutionary response to being taken care of and feeling loved.” [Source: Brain Tingles, Craig richard, PhD]
When did you discover it and what made you fall in love with it?
There were two points of discovery for me. One is: my earliest memory of experiencing ASMR. I remember I would get triggered whenever my mom would blow dry my hair or cut my hair. When I was a little girl I would tell my sister to trace letters on my back to help me sleep. And I also remember getting ASMR at the school nurse’s office anytime she would examine me. Her soft spoken nature and voice were triggers for me. Old Spanish ladies explaining anything was a trigger, still is! Ha!
Two is: learning what this tingling buzzy feeling I would get all the time as a child was called. I didn’t realize there were videos of ASMR on youtube that could trigger off these feelings until my boyfriend played some for me in 2018. I was suffering from panic attacks a lot those days because I have PTSD. He shared some videos with me from Gentle Whispering (Maria) I was instantly hooked. It helped relieve my anxiety and put me in a peaceful state for sleep. Some of my top favorite artists are: Articulate Design ASMR, Cap Bailey ASMR, Latte ASMR, Amandinha Freitas, Pelagea ASMR, Gibi ASMR & more! Too many more to list here, a bunch of smaller channels too. I’ve been binging ever since.
Tell us about your channel.
My Youtube channel is all about ASMR role plays with an emphasis on personal attention. In the ASMR vernacular, role playing is a term used to describe exactly what it sounds like. Pretending to be; your sister doing your makeup, your doctor checking your ears & eyes, your hairstylist cutting your hair, your school teacher, your psychiatrist, anyone & everyone who would be of service to you in a caring and nurturing way. Regardless who I am to you, be it a professional relationship or an intimate one, it’s all about you. Taking care of you and triggering those good feelings to help your relax and fall asleep.
What's the main lesson you’ve learned since launching your channel?
Since launching my channel, I’ve learned how much people truly need these types of videos right now. Especially since we are in a pandemic. People haven’t gotten their haircut, or have been to a spa, or in person schooling. These are luxuries that we miss and oftentimes I’ll read that in the comments section. Someone will say, “wow I really miss going to the barbershop, thank you for creating this role play”. I’ve also learned how important “love” is when creating these videos. Love is always the secret ingredient. You can care for someone professionally, right? But when it’s done with love, it’s magical. I create all of my videos with that in mind.
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]]>The thing I love most about theater is the unfiltered raw human experience that can be revealed through the writing and acting. To me theater should be an experience for the audience and the artist participating in its creation. Theater should be an escape from reality but also an acknowledgement of our human experiences. I love that there are really no limitations as a writer. I can say things in my play that would be taboo if said out loud in our daily lives.
What inspired you to write this play?
I wrote EDIN after a time of deep personal loss in my life. I had a few very close family members pass away in a short time and I was left feeling disillusioned and hopeless. I had all these thoughts and emotions running through my mind and I did not know how to deal with the things that were going on. Through writing EDIN I found a great sense of comfort and clarity in the emotions I was feeling. Through the lives of the characters in the play I was able to say how I felt and hear what I needed to hear to start a process of healing.
What is the play about (without giving anything away)?
The play is about the idea of how far a person would go protect their sense of comfort. It's about how sometimes in life it may seem easier to lie to yourself and others than to face reality and the consequences that arise from that decision.
What is the main lesson you’ve learned from the process of writing and producing a play?
I've learned that you must never stop until it's completed. If it takes 3 days or three years, finish it and work on it until you are 100% happy with it. Remember why you made it and never lose that original drive and idea you had that inspired you to create it in the first place. Trust yourself and the person you were when you started the path. I also learned that you have to be very patient when being the captain of any ship. As a writer and producer of a play you are doing many roles and have to be on and 100% committed day in and day out. Professional and creative, honest and understanding with your team.
This was my debut play and it was accepted into the NY Theater Festival then months later Covid happened so the play has been delayed for a year now. I stayed optimistic for the plays sake and my actors. The festival is still happening this summer and I can't wait for the world to see it. I've learned that in life things happen, the most unexpected and sometimes traumatic events, though it can be difficult as hell you must do your best to not let these events derail your hard work or your creative aspirations.
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What do you love most about filmmaking?
I love that it is possible. That all you need is a crazy group of people willing to do it with you. And then while going on this journey with each other you get to create something that lasts forever in time.
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When I was 18, I was in a car accident. As a result, I was put into a medically induced coma for 7 days, underwent several lifesaving surgeries and spent 5 weeks in a hospital bed. Coming to terms with the life changing effects of this traumatic event took time.
During this time, I found a love for climbing in the mountains.
]]>During this time, I found a love for climbing in the mountains. I was always active as a kid, I skateboarded for many years and climbing felt so natural. People climb for different reasons; fitness, competition, being outdoors or being in a strong community. For me there are many details that make climbing such a crucial aspect of my life.
Climbing is the time that I have complete, uninterrupted focus. There is nothing more engaging than figuring out the crux sequence, last protection below your feet. The feeling is so consuming that nothing else matters, just the connection to the rock through my toes and fingertips.
It is not only the act of climbing that makes it so special. I cherish the opportunity to get my waterproofs on and walk through the woods and local quarries with friends, finding potential routes. I have spent several afternoons cleaning crags that are being overtaken by the ever-encroaching ivy, eyeing up routes that I can come back to on a dry day. Even when I am not at a crag, there is acres of reading material, new guides to flick through, spotting lines that standout to me and making note of them.
The time spent in local crags, developing my rock-climbing skills, is fundamental in being proficient and performing in the mountains, spending long days carrying heavy gear and climbing big routes. During the summer, a friend and I had a free weekend, so we packed our gear and drove to North Wales. In a day we climbed 2 classic routes up the East face of Tryfan: Pinnacle Rib and Grooved Arete. We climbed quickly, linking pitches, embracing the exposure of these magnificent routes. At the top of the first, we ran down the mountain to start the second, climbing nearly 400 meters. All the hard work and training had paid off, meaning we could truly appreciate these classic mountain routes.
Time in the mountain has not been as regular as I want it to be, so I train hard, dedicating time to the finger board, improving my technique at local crags and many hours running on trails. All so when I am in the environment in which I thrive, I can perform at my best.
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]]>I love the fact that it is a lifelong process, with incremental achievements, lessons, and is always there for me when I want it. Music is literally everything, in the most spiritual way, as an escape, a fun activity, a challenge, a great to connect with others, to grow as a person and most deeply a way for me to understand the fabric of existence. Like Nikola Tesla said, "if you want to know the secrets of the universe think in terms of frequency, vibration and sound.”
Tell us about your new album.
It was a long product in the making. I never really thought that I would release anything of my own, but one morning I woke up and realized that I have the skill set to do it. So I went with my gut and started making music that I simply found to be groovy and enjoyable, something I could play for my family and feel good about. I started playing guitar in middle school and took a 6 year break upon entering high school because I was "too gangster (you probably remember this phase, maybe not). Anyways, I rekindled my love for guitar and decided it was the only thing to me worth dedicating energy towards any time of the day. It was perfect, whenever I wanted, I knew I was working towards becoming a better player. Fast forward to today, after graduating from Omega Recording studios as an official audio engineer, I began really honing my skills and applying all I learned into my productions. I was making a lot of trap beats, but I wanted to put something out that was more universal that myself and others could listen to everyday. To be honest, after learning about the music business, I wanted something that could get on a playlist and get as much streaming revenue as possible. So lofi, hip hop and jazz vibes were a win win for me. I called it "Fashionably Late" because I felt I could have done this years ago, especially seeing the success from famous artists at such a young age...but I didn't have any regret because I wasn't even truly ready until after I finished my education at Omega. Plus, everything happens for a reason. I will be putting out more music this year as well. I'm working on some really cool projects with some very talented artists, and I'm excited to keep going!
What is the main lesson you have learned since you began producing and making music professionally?
Three things. First, patience. Everybody when they start out wants that immediate gratification. Big placements, connections with high end studios, great musicianship and so much more but like everything else in life, it's a process. Being patient and making small progress really is vital to keeping your cool and making true progress.
Second, networking and keeping an open mind. Surrounding yourself with like minded people is key, people who can motivate you, help you grow and learn is essential as well. I have seen some people with great talent let friends or other outside influence take them in another direction. A professional attitude helps make those connections solid.
Lastly, knowing yourself. This isn't something that can really be taught but I feel is super important to the process. By knowing who you are and what your strengths, weaknesses, and interests are, you help yourself make better decisions and not get taken advantage of. In the beginning I put myself in situations with people I didn't necessarily see myself working with long term, it wasn't a mistake but a lesson. As I progressed I realized that I would make the most impact and have the most fun by doing what I felt was worth it based on knowing who I am and my own goals, not by doing what others wanted me to do. After all, is the pursuit of anything really worth it if it's not enjoyable? I guess that answer depends on who you are.
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https://open.spotify.com/album/3d0JNODQmtRDo5E3gUK1na?si=08o2VPKXQkmd4nfdIq8Pjg
https://music.apple.com/us/album/fashionably-late/1546830746
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]]>At that time, I had to take another risk to retake the exam and wasting my year. That seems a complete stupidity to me. Because again, there was no surety that I will make it to admissions.
I realized that I am enrolled in a reputable university. I have an opportunity in my hands. The degree program is not that bad. I didn't love that, but neither hated. That was the moment I decided to complete my degree with flying colours. I let go of the thought to become a doctor.
I set my goal to become what I can, back then. Initial time was tough, and I faced difficulties in dealing with many things. I had to deal with such subjects I was terrible at. But, I put my heart and soul and made whole ass efforts. I did everything to achieve my goal. I was poor at mathematics. I practised it daily. Meanwhile, I completely let go of my social life, as well. I didn't
attend many gatherings or family functions. People criticized me a lot for that. But, I didn't give an ear to them. I kept on struggling to overcome my flaws. I worked on myself. Finally, I passed my exams and achieved the highest grades.
From that time, its been 3.5 years and I am the topper of my class. Also, an obvious candidate for the gold medal. Well, it is not just about grades; it's about my passion for the goal--the goal to complete my degree with flying colours and become successful in it. That passion leads me to love this field. I didn't mourn over the fact that I am not becoming a doctor. Instead, I made the most out of what I had in my hands at that time.
I've learned a lot in these years. During this learning, there was a point of realization. You must be thinking about what it is?
Well, I feel it was my fate that urges me to chose this field rather than becoming a doctor or attempting to become one. Maybe I couldn't have done this much well what I did in this degree program. Perhaps, I would've become a worse doctor, but now I am into something I am very good at. It is all fate. Combining my decision-making skills with the event of my fate back then, made it happen.
Now, I am on a journey to become a successful person and doing it with all my passion. I am not half-assing it, I am giving my 100%. And that's why I am at this place.
Proud and content. Satisfied and happy. Successful and Visionary.
Right now, I think it is worth it all. I am happy that I chose this way.
I hope this story motivates you to achieve something better with what you've in your hands right now. Maybe you're running behind something that is not meant for you and missing something really important. Perhaps, you're half-assing, and that's why you're failing every time.
I will say that
Never half-ass anything, but also think that if you're half-assing between two things or two jobs which one should you chose and make a whole ass effort to put the ball in the court. It depends upon your decision-making skills, your wit and practicality.
Imagine If I had chosen to retake the exam? What if I failed? I would've lost my current seat, and I would have nothing in my hands. But I chose to pursue my current degree. In this way, I had a chance to make the lemonade out of that lemon life threw at me. In the latter case, I would've lost both opportunities. By choosing the second option, I had the chance to make a whole ass effort to become one successful person in the current field, and I think that I am.
So, always remember