Event Recap: Voices of Wellness - A Gathering of Real Stories and Shared Strength

The Voices of Wellness event offered something refreshingly different in Kelowna - space to slow down, connect, and listen.

Hosted by SHE.Motivates founder and empowerment coach Komal Kaur Bains, this intimate women-only event transformed Curious Café into a cozy, soul-nourishing sanctuary for meaningful conversation and connection.

Guests were welcomed with signature sips, light bites, and live music by the talented Elodie Orsei, whose smooth vocals and acoustic set instantly set the tone for an afternoon that felt both grounded and inspiring.

The event’s Business Spotlight featured Clara Jasinski, owner of STAXX, who shared her journey as a local entrepreneur building a brand anchored in confidence and authenticity. Her story underscored the evening’s theme — that wellness extends beyond self-care to how we show up in business, relationships, and community.

As the panel began, four women took the stage to share their deeply personal and diverse takes on wellness:

• Sara Masiuk, Founder & Dental Hygiene Practitioner, explored the often-overlooked connection between oral health and overall well-being - and how building a purpose-driven business shaped her emotional resilience.

• Betty Rahall, Entrepreneur, Chef, and Commercial Kitchen Owner, opened up about burnout and how rediscovering food beyond the plate became a journey of joy, creativity, and healing.

• Sandy Duff, Natural Wellness Advocate, grounded the audience with her practical, nature-based tools — from breathwork to herbal remedies - reminding women to put themselves back on their own priority list.

• Alba Singh, Student and Counsellor-in-Training, brought a fresh, heartfelt perspective on mental health and self-worth, reflecting the voice of the next generation learning to define wellness on their own terms.

  
  

Moderated with empathy and warmth by Komal, the conversation unfolded organically, equal parts educational, emotional, and empowering. From stories of burnout and balance to reminders that wellness is not one-size-fits-all, The Voices of Wellness reminded everyone in the room that true well-being begins with honesty and self-compassion.

The afternoon closed with space to mingle, laugh, and share - moments beautifully captured by Snaps by Shiv, whose photography reflected the event’s essence: women gathering, connecting, and leaving just a little lighter than when they arrived.

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