<p>2020 forced many people to sit with their thoughts and think about what their true life passions are. &nbsp;Many people either started or continued to grow their passion projects that sometimes turned into small businesses. &nbsp;Living in a time of uncertainty can be extremely stressful but at the same time offers room for growth and new in sights. &nbsp;</p> <p>Join me, as I sit with the two Womxn, Pachia &amp; Ying Ye, of Villainous Flower and discuss what it is like being lost in passion and how that can lead to creating a small business. &nbsp;Villainous Flower is a small business started by two Hmong Womxn who strive to create impactful art. &nbsp;They aspire to create merchandise that is comfortable, casual, and cute, they hope to empower you. &nbsp;Do you know the HMOOB AF shirts? &nbsp;&nbsp;Well if you do, Villainous Flower created them and if you don't, go get yourself a shirt! <br> <br> Villainous Flower creates relatable and empowering merchandise but that doesn't mean that Pachia and Ying Ye always had or always do have it together. &nbsp;Join us as we talk about the difficulties that can arise with starting a small business - especially the struggles of taking the leap of faith. &nbsp;We also talk about how even now, as their business is growing, there are still moments of feeling lost in their passion. &nbsp;Listen to these authentic individuals bring Villainous Flower even more to life, as you get to hear the co-founders life experiences and struggles.&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow Villainous Flower on Facebook and Instagram at the handle @villainousflower. &nbsp;You can also find them on Etsy at villainousflower!&nbsp;</p> <p>If you're a lost soul, you're not alone! &nbsp;Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @thelostsoulspodcast. &nbsp;Ask your questions and share your stories at [email protected]. &nbsp;Spill your soul on our website, share your stories, thoughts, or comments and stay anonymous (thelostsoulspodcast.com).</p> <p>Don't worry, we are all lost souls, no matter how successful we are in life.</p> <p>Show Notes:</p> <ul> <li>01:18 - The Creation of Villainous Flower: How did it all start? &nbsp;The HMOOB AF shirts!</li> <li>03:55 - All names have meaning, what does Villainous Flower mean?&nbsp;</li> <li>07:09 - Biggest struggle starting a small business: Relevancy &amp; Location of Business Partners&nbsp;</li> <li>09:32 - The Continuous Growth of a Small Business: Villainous Flower Rebranding</li> <li>11:24 - How does it feel like to be rebranding?&nbsp;</li> <li>13:50 - Giving up is easy, how Pachia &amp; Ying Ye worked together to not give up.</li> <li>16:20 - Taking the leap of faith: It was scary but worth it</li> <li>18:40 - Lost in Passion: Being Concerned about Finances&nbsp;</li> <li>23:15 - Word of Advice for people who want to take the leap of faith but haven't yet</li> <li>25:30 - Teamwork makes the dream work: One bought the t-shirt &amp; one asked the logistics of it all</li> <li>26:08 - Fire Question Round - Finding Home</li> <li>32:55 - Closing&nbsp;</li> </ul>