How to Manage Stress Naturally: CBD, Nutrition, and Holistic Wellness with Alex Angeloff | E23

In today's episode of Working Towards Our Purpose, I sat down with Alex Angeloff, owner of Remedy Co and The Cultured Cafe. Alex shares his journey from a background in drug dealing and spending time in prison to founding a craft CBD company, and later opening a cafe that specializes in fermented foods.  We talk about personal growth, healthy eating, and the impact of aligning values with actions. Join me for an insightful and inspiring conversation as we delve into Alex's path to purpose-driven entrepreneurship.Alex Angeloff grew up in Westville in New Haven and comes from a long line of pharmacists. He bounced around from college to college before finally deciding to quit attending and going all in on his CBD business.  He now has multiple employees that help him run his CDB store in Wallingford and his health cafe in New Haven.  ✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way📍 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction 00:54 Alex’s Upbringing and Early Influences04:56 School, Creativity, and Skepticism of the Medical System07:36 Arrest, Incarceration, and Growth Mindset11:55 Managing Mindset in Adverse Situations16:41 Aligning Work with Personal Values18:07 Life After Incarceration & The Road to Entrepreneurship20:51 Discovering CBD and Starting The Remedy Co.24:36 Building the Business & Overcoming Hurdles26:08 Going Full-Time with The Remedy Co29:12 Opening a Physical Storefront32:46 Hiring & Transitioning to a Team32:55 The Idea and Vision Behind The Cultured Cafe36:44 Food Philosophy & What Makes the Cafe Different41:02 Sourcing, Nutrition, and Food Transparency42:17 Authenticity in Business & Social Media Approach48:02 Where to Find Alex & His Businesses50:47 Closing Remarks 💡Key TakeawaysIn this episode you'll learn:How to grow a passion into a businessHow to overcome adversity of being incarcerated How to build a purpose driven business How to have a commitment to authenticity How to scale a small businessHow to have action over paralysis  🚀 Start Here If You’re New1. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Success as a High-Achiever | EP 452. Overcoming Others' Expectations: 3 Stages to Living an Authentic Life | EP 483. Should You Quit Your Job? How to Know When it’s Time for a Career Pivot | EP 39 👥How To ConnectWorkingtowardsourpurpose.comWatch on YouTubeSubstackInstagramLinkedInWTOP MerchFeedback Form WTOP.comConnect with Alex:Cultured CafeFollow Alex on IGThe Remedy Co.Cultured monthly membership boxes