Exquisite Acceptance

04/24/2026

So excited for these next few weeks! trade show is May 4th at the Monticello Community Building!

04/23/2026

This is something that means so much to me!

I created Exquisitely Connected Club to be a space where women can show up exactly as they are, meet new people, and do things that genuinely support their mental wellness. No pressure, no expectations, just real connection and meaningful moments.

Our very first session is Sunday, May 31st at 1pm
We’ll start with a 30 minute yoga class led by Josie Heck for $5, and afterwards we’re going to grab açaí together!

Each session will look a little different. Some will be completely free, and others may have a small cost depending on things like instructors, materials, or the activity itself.

If you’ve been craving deeper friendships, a reset, or just something new to pour into yourself, this is your sign

Come as you are. I’d love to have you there! Please share!💗

04/22/2026

Hi everyone! I just wanted to share what I have coming up in May because there are some exciting events! 😊

First, Sunday, May 3rd, I will be at the Monticello May Market on Main Street near the Monticello Mercantile! This will be my first booth event, and so I’m excited to see how it goes and share my journal with more people!

The following day, Monday, May 4th, I’ll be at the Sangamon Valley CEO trade show at the Monticello Community Building from 5-7 pm. This will be a fun one to swing by, as all of my peer entrepreneur classmates will also have booths set up, ready to share their businesses!

Finally, Sunday, May 31st, is when the first Exquisitely Connected Club get-together will take place! I’m still in the beginning phases of planning everything out, but more information will be coming very soon!

I hope to see and meet many of you at any or all of these events! And again, thank you for all the support you’ve been showing me. I’m so grateful to everyone who has shown me their support and enthusiasm throughout this journey. I’m loving doing all of this, and I only plan to continue seeking out more experiences!🫶

04/22/2026

The Exquisitely Connected Club is happening! Listen to this short video for more details! I’m so so excited for this!! 🤗🤗🤗

04/21/2026

I just wanted to say thank you so so much to everyone who attended, helped organize, or supported my journaling workshop! ❤️

I was honestly so excited but also pretty nervous going into it, but the group of people who showed up made the environment feel so easy, open, and comfortable to share in. That meant everything to me.

I wanted to host this workshop because I’ve personally experienced the power of journaling through some really tough times, but also through some really meaningful and positive moments. I just wanted to help others see that too, and find ways journaling can support them in a way that feels natural and personal.

I really hope everyone walked away learning something new, whether that was about journaling, about themselves, or just discovering a style that works best for them.

I’m so grateful for how supportive this community has been throughout my Exquisite Acceptance journey. It truly means more than I can put into words.

I hope this workshop is just the beginning of many more events centered around journaling, connection, and mental wellness.

And a special thank you to and for helping make this event possible. It was the perfect setting and everyone loved their drinks! (More pics to come🤗

04/21/2026

Hey guys!! It’s Kate! I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how fast everything feels. Life is so go, go, go and it’s easy to feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or like you don’t have time to just slow down and be around good people.

So I’ve been working on an idea called the Exquisitely Connected Club. It would be a community focused space for young women and women to come together and prioritize their mental wellness in a way that feels fun, low pressure, and genuinely connecting.

The vision is Sunday meetups this summer (end of May through early August), where each week looks a little different but always centers around connection and doing something good for yourself. Some days might be a walk at Allerton, coffee and a journaling session, pickleball, or something simple like ice cream and mini golf.

Then there would also be a few bigger events like yoga, creative workshops, or small wellness experiences.

The goal is to create something that feels calm, inviting, and real. Not cliquey or judgmental. Just a space where you can show up, meet new people, and feel more connected to yourself and others.

I’m still figuring out some details and would really love input. This whole idea is just in the brainstorming process so I’d love to hear any and all ideas you may have! Would this be something you’d be interested in? What kinds of activities would you want to see? And what would feel like a reasonable price for something like this?

Also if you’re a local business or someone who would want to collaborate, host, or be involved in any way, I’d love to connect.

After my first journal workshop yesterday I’m feeling super inspired and motivated about trying to build something meaningful and see where it goes!

Here’s a link to a quick Google Form that I’d appreciate anyone filling out:

I’m in the process of creating the Exquisitely Connected Club, a community space for women to slow down, connect, and prioritize their mental wellness through fun and meaningful experiences. I would really appreciate your input as I shape this into something intentional and valuable. This form sho...

04/20/2026

Please share your thoughts! I’m thinking of naming it the Exquisitely Connected Club! ✨

04/19/2026

a little something special for today!☕️

this menu was created just for the exquisite acceptance x journaling workshop and it’s only available at the workshop

come slow down, be present, and just be

can’t wait to share this space with you!😊

04/19/2026

Today is the day! I can’t wait to see everyone there! If you want to attend and haven’t signed up yet, no worries, there’s still time! 😊 Use think link to secure your spot: https://square.link/u/4y5pMhoW

I’m so excited for you to join me in less than 2 weeks for our Exquisite Acceptance x Kaybee Community Cafe Guided Journal Workshop! ✨ We’ll explore self-reflection, practice mindful journaling, and set intentions for the season ahead. Spots are limited, so be sure to grab yours!

Sign up here: https://square.link/u/4y5pMhoW
When: Sunday April 19th at 4:30 pm-6 pm
Where: Kaybee Community Cafe

04/16/2026

If you’re a little resistant to journaling or just feel like it makes you feel too uncomfortable, listen to this!

04/15/2026

Mother’s Day is coming up, and while flowers and candles are sweet… I wanted to create something that lasts a little longer 🤍

Exquisite Acceptance is a guided journal made for the moms who do everything for everyone else—and deserve a moment for themselves.

It’s for slowing down, reflecting, and learning to truly accept who you are in every season of life.

Because the best gift you can give someone you love… is a space to feel seen, heard, and at peace within themselves.

If you’re local (Central Illinois area), you can order through my form and I’ll personally reach out to you 🤍 https://forms.gle/JJa2uxaAGrVF1RHv8
Or you can grab a copy on Amazon! https://a.co/d/0epyAKNB

This is more than a journal—it’s a reminder that she is already enough.

04/13/2026

There is nothing more meaningful to me than hearing how this journal is impacting others.

When I created Exquisite Acceptance, I wanted it to be more than just pages to write on. I wanted it to be something that helps you slow down, reflect, and truly understand yourself on a deeper level.

Reading messages like this reminds me why I started. Growth is not always loud or obvious. Sometimes it looks like sitting with your thoughts, processing your past, and choosing to meet yourself with compassion.

Thank you so much to Marissa Aikman for sharing this!

If you have been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or just need a space to be honest with yourself, this is your reminder that you deserve that.

Available now. Link in bio!