Zena Lythgo – Funeral/Marriage Celebrant, Sisterworks Supporter, Potato farmer and Calming Presence

Episode 15: Zena Lythgo – Funeral/Marriage Celebrant, Sisterworks Supporter, Potato farmer and Calming Presence.Join us in the studio at Apricot Aura in Geelong as we welcome Zena, a remarkable celebrant whose reputation for authenticity, compassion, and dedication to couples has inspired many. Having first met at a celebrant conference in Coogee in 2019, I have watched Zena’s business flourish, admiring her commitment and dedication to her couples. Not only is Zena a sought-after marriage celebrant, but also a well-known funeral celebrant in Victoria—a rare combination that we explore in depth today.Key Interview Topics & QuestionsZena shares their background, upbringing, and how these experiences shaped her journey and values.Insights into what inspired Zena to become a funeral celebrant, and the unique challenges and rewards of this role.The differences in preparing for weddings versus funerals, and the emotional impact of working closely with grief and death.Reflections on how this work has influenced Zena’s own life and perspective.A look at Zena’s website and branding—was her authentic online presence intentional, or did it evolve naturally as her reputation grew?.Embracing slow living: Zena and her partner Jimmy’s adventures in van life and potato farming in the Otways, and how this lifestyle fits around her business.Zena’s work and ongoing support for SisterWorks Inc, a not-for-profit supporting women from asylum seeker, refugee, and migrant backgrounds. Learn how Zena became involved and why giving back is so important to her.Rapid Fire Questions: To wrap up, Zena answers quick-fire questions about life experiences, places of comfort, words that resonate in farewells, self-descriptions, gratitude.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Spotify or Apple, and share it with friends who might find it inspiring. Follow Zena on Instagram for more highlights and behind-the-scenes stories.@[email protected]@idodrivethruweddings@emmathecelebrant Resources and links mentioned in this episode:Instagram: @officiallyemmayoungEmma the Celebrant