Hey there, I’m Kathleen Stewart, your host and resident weirdo! Welcome to The Digital Junk Drawer, where creative service-based businesses come for practical advice, unexpected strategy, and occasional unhinged wisdom.

Today’s episode? Absolutely chaotic—in the best way.

I sat down with my bestie and two daughters for a totally unplanned backyard Q&A, complete with long weekend drinks, unfiltered convos, and big-hearted reflections on why I started my business in the first place.

It’s messy. It’s funny. It’s a little spiritual. And somehow, it’s one of the most honest things I’ve recorded.

Here’s what we get into:

The real reason I started my business (spoiler: safety and self-respect)

Why accessibility still drives everything I create—and how it’s not the same as undercharging

How not having a “smart person job” after kids pushed me into entrepreneurship

The surprising places my spiritual journey has taken me (Reiki, Wicca, and one magical chocolate shop)

My worst job ever, and a public roast of a manager named Chris (yes, names were named)

Unfiltered convos about mascara, music, tattoos, and my favorite scent (Ryan’s pheromones 😅)

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

💡 How accessibility in business can be rooted in lived experience—not performative pricing
💡 Why helping others make money is about more than “success”—it’s about safety
💡 That being real, weird, and slightly witchy can coexist with being a smart, strategic business owner
💡 How unfiltered conversations can deepen connection with your audience (and your kids)

Tiny Stepper of the Day

Here’s your one small action for today:

Think about why you really started your business. Strip away the fancy marketing, the shoulds, the strategy. Ask yourself:

What moment pushed me into entrepreneurship?

What kind of life did I want to build?

And what do I still want my business to protect me from?

Write it down. Then anchor back into that truth the next time you feel lost in the noise.

Links and Resources Mentioned

🔗 TheMainStage.ca/services – Ready to price your offers like the pro you are? Get the Capacity-First Pricing Method.
🔗 Follow Me on Threads – For chaotic, behind-the-scenes brilliance and big feelings, I’m @TheMainStage.ca