We had the good fortune of connecting with Alecia Ross and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Alecia, do you have a budget? how do you think about personal finances?
YES!! I most definitely have a budget for every aspect of my life lol. I base it on my forecasted spending and goals .

What should our readers know about your business?
I am a multi business owner and a non-profit founder who defiantly puts myself first. This allows me to operate more effectively because I am not pouring from an empty cup. This journey has been an ever evolving one because I had to learn to set firm boundaries so that I can fulfill my goals and still be the wife and mother is is needed at home. I have definitely learn the hard way that its only failure if I don’t get up! I am who I say that I am and I am proud of who I have become and still have so much more to achieve.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would first take them to all of the areas where our ancestors walked to feel the energy and learn the history. Then we would have some amazing food at the best eatery…… MY KITCHEN lol. We will enjoy each day as they come but we will visit some of the local businesses like ARCHIVE Tea House and AROMA Cigar Bar for a nice cigar and live jams. Will will meet some of the local business owners who really help the local community.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would love to give my shout out to my ancestors who paved the way for me to be who I am . I would also like to shout out my husband, Carl Ross and my beautiful children: Brittany, Torrie, Darrion and Tyrese for being my backbone and putting up with my ever changing goals and achievements. They are the greatest.

Website: www.myherbalmystic.com

Instagram: @myherbalmystic, @footprints2transitions, @blkherbalistunited

Image Credits
Carl Ross, Black Girls Who Vote, Quest Leadership Academy and 96.3 The Block

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