Jaime Annett and Ben Benedetti, Thermal Horizons Yoga and Wellness Center
Release Date: 06/03/2024
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In this inspiring episode of The Voices of Business, host Corey Nathan sits down with Jaime Annett, founder of Thermal Horizons, and Ben Benedetti, a founder and the chief enthusiast of the wellness center. They share their journey of creating a community-focused wellness space in Santa Clarita Valley. With heartfelt stories and profound insights, Jaime and Ben discuss their motivations, challenges, and the importance of community and wellness.
What You Will Learn
- The personal and transformative journey of Jaime Annett and Ben Benedetti.
- The impact of COVID-19 on their decision to start Thermal Horizons.
- Insights into the importance of community, wellness, and holistic healing.
- The challenges faced while establishing a wellness center during a global pandemic.
- The concept of manifesting and its role in their business and personal lives.
Episode Highlights
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[00:00:00] Introduction
Corey Nathan introduces the episode and guests, Jaime Annett and Ben Benedetti, founders of Thermal Horizons. - [00:02:00] The Birth of Thermal Horizons
Jaime shares the emotional journey of starting Thermal Horizons inspired by her mother’s battle with cancer and the onset of COVID-19. - [00:05:00] From Grief to Manifestation
Jaime discusses how sound healing and meditation with her mother led to the idea of creating a wellness center. - [00:17:00] Overcoming Fear
Jaime and Ben talk about the fears they faced and the importance of choosing faith over fear in their entrepreneurial journey. - [00:23:00] Building a Community
Ben emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and supportive space for their clientele and how their past experiences prepared them for this venture. - [00:34:00] Embracing Challenges
The duo reflects on their past challenges, the concept of the second mountain, and how previous experiences shaped their current success. - [00:45:00] Finding Purpose
Jaime shares a poignant moment about the reassurance she felt after her mother’s passing, confirming the purpose and success of Thermal Horizons. - [00:50:00] Final Thoughts
Ben and Jaime reflect on the importance of honesty, authenticity, and continued growth both personally and professionally.
Featured Quotes
- "Pain is the touchstone of all spiritual growth. You can either grow or stay stagnant." - Jaime Annett
- "Choosing faith over fear has been the cornerstone of our journey." - Jaime Annett
- "Every person that comes in has their own personal journey. It’s an honor to provide a space for that." - Ben Benedetti
- "The darkest chapters of our lives can turn out to be the brightest spots." - Ben Benedetti
Resources Mentioned
- Thermal Horizons Website: thermalhorizons.com
- Instagram: @thermalhorizons
- App Store: Thermal Horizons App
- Google Play: Thermal Horizons App
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