In this deeply inspiring episode, I'm honored to sit down with Janel Caminos, corporate-preneur, DEI professional, and founder of the Curly Crown Collective - a global community built to unite and empower women through the shared journey of embracing natural hair. As the author of Curly Gyal Hair Affirmations, Janel's work lives at the intersection of culture, identity, and connection, using hair as a powerful tool to spark community, healing, and self-love.
Join us for our "Curl Power" session, a powerful conversation about healing hair shame, reclaiming identity, and how those shifts ripple into leadership and business success. Janel is passionate about creating safe spaces where women feel seen, celebrated, and supported, which shines through as she shares her personal journey.
So many of us, especially BLK women, have been conditioned to believe that our natural hair is unprofessional, unattractive, or something to be "fixed." Janel shares how she rewrote those beliefs through journaling, affirmations, and community, and how her Curl Circle journaling technique is changing lives by helping women around the world see their curls, and themselves, with love.
Inside the episode, we explore:
• How hair identity shapes confidence, self-worth, and visibility
• The cultural trauma of perms, relaxers, and the desire to "fit in"
• How writing affirmations like "My hair is professional" rewires the subconscious
• Why your crown reflects your inner health and spiritual alignment
• How corporate professionals can embrace authenticity without giving up stability
• The metaphysical link between hair, identity, and energetic sovereignty
Janel's story is raw, relatable, and filled with wisdom. From crying as a young girl and begging for a relaxer, to building a business rooted in community and empowerment, she reflects a journey that so many of us are on, unlearning who we were told to be and remembering who we truly are.
💫 Whether you're navigating your hair journey, stepping into your power as a leader, or looking to build a business that reflects your whole truth, this episode will meet you with grace, healing, and practical insight.
✨ To support you even further, we've created a free downloadable worksheet "The Curly Crown Confidence Journal." It's designed to help you reflect more deeply on your personal journey, embrace your authentic self, and take empowered action in every area of your life.
👉 Download it now and start your journey with intention. https://bit.ly/3FdBJ7d
About Janel Caminos:
A corporate-preneur, DEI professional, and the author of Curly Gyal Hair Affirmations. She is the founder of Curly Crown Collective, a global community built to unite and empower women through the shared journey of embracing natural hair. Janel’s work lives at the intersection of culture, identity, and connection—using hair as a powerful tool to spark community, healing, and self-love. She’s passionate about creating safe spaces where women feel seen, celebrated, and supported.
Links:
Website: https://curlycrowncollective.com
Instagram:@curlycrowncollective
Community App: https://curly-col.mn.co/landing?space_id=14704866
Curly Gyal Affirmations Book: https://a.co/d/giZ1dJl
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