EP 39: The Joy of Ajiri Aki of Madame de la Maison

Today we sit down with author and creative entrepreneur Ajiri Aki for a heartfelt conversation about cultivating joy, embracing life’s transitions, and living with intention. Ajiri shares her journey to Paris, her philosophy of “joie de vivre,” and the powerful lesson behind her story about using the “good china”, a reminder not to wait for special occasions to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. The conversation explores writing as a tool for self-expression, the importance of nurturing personal growth, and finding beauty in everyday moments.    Episode Breakdown: Intro - 00:00:00 Finding your Joie de Vivre - 00:03:17 The “Good China” Lesson - Don’t Wait for Special Occasions - 00:04:54 Writing, Creativity & Authenticity - 00:12:14 Tending Your “Jardin Secret” & Living in the Present - 00:18:38   Links: You can find Ajiri on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ajiriaki/ Or via her website: https://madamedelamaison.com/   Connect with Jane Bertch: Website: www.janebertch.com https://www.instagram.com/janebertch/   Add us to your favorite audio platform: https://linktr.ee/generateher Produced by Jane Bertch. Edited by Taisa Echterhoff.