We recently connected with Chanelle Wesley and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Chanelle , thanks for joining us today. Do you wish you had waited to pursue your creative career or do you wish you had started sooner?
Absolutely! I spent the majority of my life playing it safe. I have worked in various fields and have positively impacted the people I’ve served. But nothing compares to living in my purpose. I am using the talents, skill sets, and abilities that were given to me by the Creator. Although what I do motivates, encourages, and inspires others, it provides me the chance to operate at a level that allows me to live within my calling. I am both personally and professionally benefited by the relationships and connections I’ve been able to make. I’ve accomplished a lot in the amount of time that I’ve been working in this field. I wonder what type of positive strides I could’ve made if I had started this journey sooner.
Chanelle , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?
My name is Chanelle Coleman Wesley, I am the EmpowerHER Strategist. I serve individuals, businesses, and brands that pour purposefully, powerfully, and passionately into women. I create and share space with authors, speakers, businesses, brands and provide them with opportunities to amplify their message through my extensive network. I am intentional about working with like minded individuals who possess an innate desire to see women walking boldly in their divinely designed purpose. I am a creative powerhouse, who shares compelling stories through poetry, books, playwrights, blogs, fashion, and motivational speaking. I am the visionary of the upcoming empowerment tool for women entitled She Said Yes to Herself Unapologetically; The EmpowerHER Guide, This dynamic project is designed to equip women from all walks of life with stories of inspiration and provide practical tips, tricks, and strategies. This book also provides the opportunity to connect with leaders and change agents from across the globe who possess a shared mission and vision of desiring to see women walking unapologetically in their Yes! The She Said Yes to Herself Unapologetically ideology has ignited a platform that has sparked a movement.
But my greatest accomplishment will forever remain being the mother of my six beautiful children and a GiGi to my three adorable grandchildren.
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, I lost my voice as a preschooler in my teenage foster brother’s bed. As an accomplished playwright, bestselling author, and creative I write powerfully written narratives from my bed. I draw strength from the same space that attempted to victimize me and silence my voice. Today I am intentional about revisiting places I’ve wept in and celebrating the invaluable lessons I’ve learned at a great price. Through the grace of God I have reclaimed my voice and I use my platform to share inspirational stories with the world.
What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?
The She Said Yes to Herself Unapologetically Movement is a space that’s dedicated to equipping women of faith to walk boldly within their divinely designed purpose. The leaders, businesses, and brands connected to this platform are intentional about providing tips, tricks and strategies that will motivate, encourage, and inspire women to pour purposefully, powerfully, and passionately into their greatest untapped resources — themselves.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.shesaidyestoherself.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/shesaidyestoherself?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng==
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087048506420&mibextid=LQQJ4d
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/she-said-yes-to-herself-868981255?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@shesaidyestoherself?si=RPrlf5RdLlt40gMX