Brewing Purpose: Building a Life-Giving Space from the Ground Up | S5 EP10
What happens when the career you thought was stable suddenly no longer feels secure?
In this deeply personal episode of Leadership Tea, Shelby and Belinda sit down with Kahana Samms, founder of Good Spirit Cafe, to discuss reinvention, entrepreneurship, wellness, and building community during seasons of uncertainty.
After years working in federal IT and cybersecurity, Kahana found herself navigating furloughs, layoffs, and profound personal transition. Instead of retreating, she leaned into purpose, creating a wellness-centered café and community space designed to help people feel grounded, seen, and connected.
Raised as the daughter of a diplomat and military veteran, Kahana spent much of her childhood living overseas in places like Spain, Honduras, and South Africa. Those global experiences, combined with a lifelong exposure to public service, volunteering, and community care, ultimately shaped the vision behind Good Spirit Café.
In This Episode:
The emotional impact of government furloughs and layoffs
Rebuilding identity after career disruption
Entrepreneurship, sacrifice, and resilience
Why “third spaces” matter for mental health and connection
Building a business rooted in wellness and intentionality
The hidden emotional cost of entrepreneurship
Leadership, authenticity, and protecting your energy
How creativity and purpose intersect
This episode is for anyone navigating transition, questioning stability, rebuilding after uncertainty, or trying to create something meaningful from the ground up.
Listen to S5 EP10
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qwuxIXJjXRw
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