Kevin Lian: Embracing Fun and Joy in Work (Ep2)

Welcome to the Unlock Your Inner Creator”, a series of conversations with passionate change makers and creatives that bravely dared to dream of new ways and took action. This initiative was launched in Spring 2021. In this episode, host Noilyn Mendoza interviews Kevin Lian, co-founder of APOTHERIE, an apothecary and nursery business that merges Chinese medicine theory and Western folk herbalism. Kevin shares his journey of transitioning from a nonprofit executive to a creative entrepreneur in the herbalism industry. He emphasizes the importance of nature and being outdoors in finding inspiration and healing. Kevin also discusses the process of starting a business, the power of asking for help, and the importance of having fun and not taking work too seriously. The episode concludes with a reminder to embrace life, let go, and experience the fullness of joyful energy.