<p>In this special birthday episode of the <strong>Friends in Beauty Podcast</strong>, I’m taking a moment to slow down, reflect, and share a birthday pep talk straight from the heart.</p><p>I talk about how my relationship with birthdays has changed over the years and why I now find more joy in simplicity than big celebrations. I also open up about a recent emotional season—caring for my cat, Kash, during a health scare—and how that experience reminded me of the importance of community, support, and giving myself grace.</p><p>I reflect on my journey into the beauty industry, why I believe beauty professionals are the original influencers, and how important it is for us to recognize our impact without feeling overshadowed by social media. This episode is about persistence, self-reflection, and honoring your path—even when it doesn’t look like what you imagined.</p><p>If you’re navigating a tender season, celebrating a milestone, or simply need a reminder that you’re not alone, this episode is for you.</p><p><strong>✨BIRTHDAY DONATIONS✨:</strong></p><p>CashApp: AkuaRobinson</p><p>Zelle: <a href="mailto:[email protected]"><u>[email protected]</u></a></p><p><strong>✨ READY FOR PERSONALIZED SUPPORT?</strong></p><p><strong>💄 Book a 1:1 High-Paying Client Positioning Audit</strong></p><p>Get clear on what signals you’re sending, what’s blocking higher-paying clients, and what to fix first.</p><p>👉🏽 [Book Your Call] <a href="https://friendsinbeauty.com/fib-client-positioning-audit"><u>https://friendsinbeauty.com/fib-client-positioning-audit</u></a></p><p><strong>💄 Join the Friends in Beauty Community Waitlist</strong></p><p>A supportive space for beauty professionals who want growth, visibility, and connection without burnout or competition.</p><p>👉🏽 [Join the Waitlist] <strong>https://friendsinbeauty.com/fib-community-waitlist</strong></p><p><strong>GET A PEEK INSIDE OF BEAUTYPRO FUNNELS HERE</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.getbeautyprofunnels.com/friends"><strong>https://www.getbeautyprofunnels.com/friends</strong></a></p><p><strong>SHOP MENTED COSMETICS:</strong><a href="https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/akua-robinson"><u> https://www.mentedcosmetics.com/akua-robinson</u></a></p><p>🤎USE CODE <strong>&quot;670FED67397&quot;</strong> for 15% off of your first purchase.</p><p><strong>🚀 FREE GUIDE → 13 WAYS TO GROW YOUR CLIENTELE </strong><a href="https://friendsinbeauty.com/grow-your-clientele-7590"><strong>https://friendsinbeauty.com/grow-your-clientele-7590</strong></a></p><p><strong>JOIN US INSIDE OF THE TRAILBLAZERS CLUB</strong></p><p><a href="https://bit.ly/FIBTrailblazersClubb"><strong>https://bit.ly/FIBTrailblazersClubb</strong></a></p><p><strong>GET BOOKKEEPING &amp; ACCOUNTING SERVICES - Tell Them Friends in Beauty Sent You</strong></p><p><a href="https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/"><strong>https://kickstartaccountinginc.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>LEARN HOW TO RECORD + EDIT A PODCAST IN 7 DAYS OR LESS:  </strong><a href="http://bit.ly/DIYPodcasterCourse"><strong>https://bit.ly/DIYPodcasterCourse</strong></a></p><p><strong>FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY</strong></p><p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty</strong></a></p><p><strong>MUST HAVE BEAUTY, PODCASTING, CONTENT CREATION TOOLS, AND BOOKS</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinson"><u>https://www.amazon.com/shop/akuarobinson</u></a></p><p><strong>Social Media Info:</strong></p><p>Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - <a href="http://www.instagram.com/friendsinbeauty"><u>@friendsinbeauty</u></a></p><p>Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - <a href="http://bit.ly/FIBTube"><u>Friends in Beauty</u></a> </p><p>Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - <a href="http://www.instagram.com/akuarobinson"><u>@akuarobinson</u></a></p><p>AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - <a href="http://www.facebook.com/AkuaRobinsonMUA"><u>Akua Robinson MUA</u></a></p><p>Akua Robinson (Website) - <a href="http://www.akuarobinson.com/"><u>www.akuarobinson.com</u></a><br></p>