She Matters with Alicia Walton. Hey Everyone, I hope you are well. I am very excited to share this post, She Matter, with Alicia Walton. This is my first collaboration of 2021, and I am grateful for the opportunity. You all know what self-care means to me as a single mother. So, I am always on the lookout for anything self-care related. We are still going through a pandemic, especially here in the UK, as cases are still rising, and we are now in Lockdown. Many of us are still stressed out and neglecting self-care. However, I have found a new way you can have access to some self-care products delivered straight to your door every single month.
She Matters with Alicia Walton
Hello Alicia, it is a pleasure to interview you. Tell me something important about yourself.
Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me!! My name is Alicia Walton, and I’m from Boston, MA. I am a mom of two, a wife, and a recent MBA grad, and I work for a National Non-profit as a Director of Finance. Wearing so many hats and battling Multiple Sclerosis, I knew I needed to get a handle on my stress levels. Therefore, in Jan 2020, I started to take my self-care journey beyond my regular bubble baths and glasses of wine. I dug deep to discover how to integrate self-care into my daily life. I needed to take what I’d learned and found to share with other women on similar paths as me.
What is Self-Care to you, and why is it important?
Self- Care is essential to me for many reasons. One is that it is imperative for my health and well-being. Secondly, I’ve learned that I am no good in the world if I am not well cared for.
What inspired you to start She Matters?
I was inspired to start the She Matters subscription box from this self-care accountability group I started last year and realised that many other women just like me had no idea that there were different types of self-care and how to access and build it into my lifestyle.
What offers do you have on She Matters?
She Matters is a self-care subscription box with flexible plans. We have two different types of containers. We have an Essential box, priced at $29.95 and includes five items, and a Luxe box, priced at $39.95, which provides for 5-8 items, one of which is a personalised/customised item. Each pack contains various monthly products that promote self-care alongside self-care resources, tips and recommendations.
How will She Matters help improve Self-care?
She Matters makes self-care more accessible for women by introducing them to the different types of self-care, additional resources, and tips to discover what works best for them because self-care looks different for everyone.
How do you stay motivated in your business?
I stay motivated by the women I encounter and meet through She Matters. I hear stories from women about how my box has helped them or how it was delivered right on time while they were dealing with something challenging and demanding. Knowing that so many more women like me can help and provide resources to help them start to prioritise themselves and normalise self-care is also a driving factor for me.
What do you do for self-care?
I like and NEED time alone for me to thrive. Once a quarter, I make it a point to rent a hotel room and have some time for a couple of days to do the things I enjoy. Sometimes that means nothing, or sometimes it’s shopping, reading a good book, going out to eat (because I’m a foodie, lol) or binge-watching a movie/show. When I am not away, I try to be intentional about my days and ensure that I do at least one thing a day that I like and brings me joy, which could be enjoying a cup of tea uninterrupted before starting my workday. At the same time, I have time to reflect—writing in my journal, reading a few chapters of a new book, taking a walk, taking a long shower or bubble bath, or meditating.
I am a single mother, and many struggles to find time for themselves. Do you have any advice for single mothers regarding self-care?
Find your support system and USE IT!! Make time for yourself and be intentional. It doesn’t cost a lot of money for you to practice self-care. But you first need to discover the things that bring you joy; once you know that, be intentional about doing those things. I constantly remind myself that I am not a good mother if I do not care for my needs. When I take care of myself, I notice a difference in how I am and respond to my children, and THEY KNOW THE DIFFERENCE, ALSO. I also want them to see me taking care of myself so that this becomes normal behaviour for them as they become adults.
Can you advise the audience on supporting each other during the Global Pandemic?
Do what is best for you. Feed your soul and give yourself the things that it needs. It’s hard for me to be specific because, as I said before, self-care looks different for everyone. What I like to do and what brings me joy might not do the same for you. And if you don’t know what brings you joy, try to spend some time discovering that. Self-care is not selfish; it is a necessity!!!
Last but not least, Do you have any questions for me?
No, I do not have any questions for you at this time. Thank you so much for taking the time to speak with me and share my thoughts on self-care.
I want to say a massive Thank You, Alicia, for the inspiring interview.
I hope you enjoyed that post.
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66 Comments
Kat
The subscription box sounds lovely and it‘s great to hear the thoughts behind it. Self care is so important.
She Matters
Thank you so much Kat!
Britt K
This sounds like a great way to encourage women to take a step back and focus their time and energy on themselves for a change. Especially with everything going on in the world right now. It’s easy to get caught up in all the negative news, from the pandemic-related updates to political stories… Somehow, we leave ourselves behind in the craziness. It would make a GREAT gift for anyone you know is having a hard time right now – the perfect way to bring a little happiness despite not being able to get together in person.
She Matters
We couldn’t agree more! And you all get 15% off with Sonia’s coupon code.
Erica (The Prepping Wife)
Self care is so important, especially right now with so many unknowns and added stress in all of our lives. I had never heard of She Matters before this, but it sounds like an amazing subscription service. I can see it making an amazing gift for friends as well!
She Matters
Thank you Erica! We are new, just started in October 2020. Feel free to follow us on social media. Sonia included links above😊
Lyosha
Great box, review and idea in general. I think there is hardly a person who would mind getting it as a present
She Matters
Yes! So many people have gotten it for themselves or a gift for others.
Subhashish Roy
First I loved this interview. And second I love this concept of self care subscription boxes. It’s nice to have all essential products together.
She Matters
Thank you so much!! We appreciate your feedback.
Stephanie S
Great interview, and this self care box looks absolutely wonderful. I’ll definitely have to check this out!
She Matters
Thank you Stephanie! Definitely let us know if you have any questions😊
Luna S
This was a wonderful interview to read, you did a fantastic job and it sounds like she created an awesome subscription box!
She Matters
Thank you Luna!!❤
Steven Morrissette
I like interviews because you get to learn more about the product. I think my girlfriend would enjoy this bundle of products.
Soniasblog
I am sure she will. Don’t forget to use the code to get your 15% off
She Matters
Thanks Steven! You can gift your girlfriend A box and use Sonia’s discount code above. Let us know if you have any questions.
Nkem
Alicia has got her self care practice DOWNNNN and I am really inspired! Thank you so much for sharing.
She Matters
I appreciate that so much!! Thank you!
Leah
I loved learning about She Matters. I’ve not heard of this subscription box yet. And, I loved the point Alicia made-self care looks different from person to person.
She Matters
Thank you Leah! Feel free to follow us on social media. We just started in October 2020
Cathy
The box is interesting. It’s nice to get more people to pay attention to self-care.
She Matters
Yes we love to spread awareness for self-care!
Marjie Mare
Thank you, Sonia, for sharing this interview. I did not know about the She Matters subscription boxes. I’d defininely love to receive one.
She Matters
Hi Marjie, check us out at http://www.shemattersbyboxedin.com and you can use Sonia’s discount code above.
vidya
great interview; and that self-care box looks amazing
She Matters
Thank you💜
Jasmine Hewitt
really great interview and a reminder of self-care!
She Matters
Thanks Jasmine💜
Monica Simpson
What a great idea to have a subscription to different self care products!
She Matters
Thanks so much Monica🤗
Marysa
This is such an awesome box! What a great idea. So many of us don’t take proper self care and it is important to focus on this.
She Matters
Yes, we agree! It is so important!
Thank you!
Heather Behrends
This box looks so amazing – and anything that promotes self-care is high on my list!.
She Matters
Yes! Thanks Heather. We hope that you can check us out.
Forever My Little Moon
It sounds like a wonderful subsription box! Would make a great gift fo any mom!
She Matters
Yes! A great gift for yourself or someone else. Thank you.
Gervin Khan
Such a beautiful and spontaneous interview with Alicia Walton. I agree with her, that every people has a different type of self-care that they need and we can only know that once we find it out in ourselves. For me, self-care is so important for me to be able to care for the others.
Mabelle
She matters seems like such a great initiative to help women find their Zain. It can be so daunting trying to balance being a motherhood, being a wife, student and all the other stuff we do. Self care needs to make it to the to-do list just like everything else. This was a great interview.
She Matters
Hi Gervin, we couldn’t agree with you more! Thank you
Kimmy
Love this! Self care is so important
She Matters
Yes! So important🤗
Anasha Khan
Awesome job with this interview! Making self-care a priority is essential to becoming the happiest and healthy version of ourselves.
She Matters
Thank you Anasha💜
Sara
I love how much awareness is being brought about self care! Awesome job lady!
She Matters
Thank you!!!❤
Kelly
Nice interview Sonia. I haven’t seen the She Matters subscription boxes before but they look great. I’d love to receive one. Great gift idea too.
Soniasblog
Thank you, Kelly. Don’t forget to use my code to get 15% off your first order
She Matters
Hi Kelly, we are new and started in October 2020. Please feel free to check us out at http://www.shemattersbyboxedin.com
Thank you so much!
Desiree
Loved this interview! Self care is so important And this box looks amazing!
Soniasblog
Thank you so much
She Matters
Thanks Desiree💜
Melissa M Sanchez
What a great reminder of how important it is to do self care and take out time for it.
Soniasblog
I love that its monthly subscription. That way you won’t miss out on it.
She Matters
Yes! Thank you💜
Angelika
This is a great reminder that self care is so important for the spirit and body.
Anitra
Partaking in self care is definitely needed on a regular basis, and this subscription box looks dreamy!
She Matters
Thank you Anitra❤
Abby
That was a nice interview. I love her advice on feeding your soul in this time.
She Matters
Thanks Abby💜🤗
Sharila
Great interview! I love the idea of checking into a hotel from time to time for some much needed recharge time.
Soniasblog
Me too. I Can’t wait to book a room when it’s safe again.
Surabhi
Loved reading the interview. And the self care tips are awesome.
She Matters
So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you💜
She Matters
Yes! I had got the idea from another woman and now I do it all the time!!
She Matters
Yes! I had got the idea from another woman and now I do it all the time!