When Marian Mellen started The Zen Bird, it was about more than just funky cool accessories. She had a mission – a mission to transform lives through the power of positive thinking.
I, myself, 100% believe that your mindset determines your success. There have been countless studies that prove it to be true, so I was totally onboard with The Zen Bird’s mission from the get go.
I was curious to find out more about Marian and how The Zen Bird got its start, so I sat down for a little chat.
Marian Mellen, Founder of The Zen Bird
CitS: The Zen Bird is about more than just fantastic accessories. Tell us a little bit about the mission behind your company and what sets Zen Bird apart from other brands.
ZB: The Zen Bird is a lifestyle movement and a shift in thinking. Zen Bird Bands are worn on our heads to remind us of the power of our thoughts + to choose the good ones. We have the ability to transform our lives, our reality and our story through our thoughts. I lead workshops to inspire women to live their authentic lives through teaching the heart + soul curriculum designed to ignite change from the inside out, creating a life that feels good on the inside not just on the outside. These workshops are hosted around the Phoenix valley on a monthly basis (see a schedule of events here). Zen Bird Bands are simply that reminder to think feel good kinda thoughts. :)
CitS: What has your journey been like with this company?
ZB: My journey has been organic within my company, shifting, molding, changing. It’s an ocean. There are times when the tide is low, the water calm and the breeze steady. There are other moments when there are unexpected waves, choppy waters or downright tsunamis. Finding the dance in the flow and groove of owning a company has been my saving grace. I ride the waves and am exceptionally grateful for being able to follow my heart and soul calling and educate women from a soul level. There is a lot of hard work and stress but at the end of the day, I know I am exactly where I need to be…one wave at a time.
CitS: What are the benefits of having your business based in Arizona?
ZB: Arizona is so groovy and I love being based in this sunny state. The benefit is the movement around supporting local. I have made so many connections and feel entirely supported by the community and other young entrepreneurs. This really fuels me from the inside out. Phoenix is also a mixture of the wild west and nice humans… you put those two together and it’s my tribe, I dig the heck out of having The Zen Bird based in AZ.
Follow @TheZenBird on Instagram for more behind the scenes fun!
CitS: What’s one piece of advice you would give to a designer who wants to follow in your footsteps?
ZB: Find your why and let it lead you. If you know why you are passionate about your brand, your style, your product or service you will always have that extra push to figure out the next step. Why do I own my company? Because I want to inspire women to shift their thinking, live authentically and have a product that stands behind my purpose. Find YOUR why + let it lead you.
Because I believe everyone could use a little bit more positivity in their life, we have partnered up with The Zen Bird for an awesome giveaway!
1 lucky winner will get to choose ANY headband listed in The Zen Bird Etsy Shop for free!
(Added bonus, we will make sure it ships in time for Christmas. Yay!)
Enter to win below:
CONTEST ENDED
Contest Details: This giveaway is for 1 headband from The Zen Bird. There will be 1 winner that receives 1 complimentary headband. Participants must list their name, a valid e-mail, a link to a headband from The Zen Bird’s Etsy Shop, and mailing address to win. Only participants in the United States are eligible to win. By entering the contest, you agree to be subscribed to the Couture in the Suburbs newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time. Winner will be selected at random. Contest ends December 16, 2015.
For more positive thoughts and soul calling, be sure to follow @TheZenBird on Instagram and visit TheZenBird.com for upcoming workshops.
