Episode Summary
In the latest episode of The Wealth Exchange podcast, Selena Woo sits down with Zoë Pawlak, an artist and industrial designer and her inspiring daughter, Cienna Dixon.
Together, they paint a picture of their shared journey, illuminating a path of healing and blossoming growth. Zoë reminisces on her evolution as a young mother, navigating the waters of sobriety, and weaving connections with her beloved daughter. Meanwhile, Cienna's commitment to self-discovery through wellness practices inspires fellow youth to embrace empowerment and self-compassion.
Zoë is the exceptionally talented artist responsible for creating the signature art for Women's LEAD, "Meaning to Let You Lean on Me".
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Zoë Pawlak
Artist and industrial designer born and based in Vancouver
Rooted in painting, the through-line in her work is her unique capacity to maintain a strong personal aesthetic while maintaining a commitment to telling the truest version of her stories. Zoë is a local entrepreneurial leader, speaker, and passionate about community. She believes that great work tells the individual narrative with an honest vulnerability that allows the viewer to step into a shared narrative they can then claim as their collective truth.
Zoë’s work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Interior Design, and Martha Stewart Living. She’s presented select works at ICFF, WestEdge, AD Design Show, and IDS West. Pawlak’s paintings are in the private collections of the Government of Canada, Cristina and Trevor Linden, Cobie Smulders, and Club Monaco.
Cienna Dixon
Self-discovery and wellness advocate
Cienna is a proudly queer teenager based in Vancouver, B.C. Her life is centered around her role as a team leader and salesperson at a local gym while attempting to maintain work-life fulfillment, which is discussed in this episode. Outside of work and socializing, a huge part of her life is rooted in fostering a resilient mindset through consistent journaling, yoga, and a commitment to her overall wellness. In this podcast episode, she aims to inspire fellow youth facing similar experiences to prioritize self-discovery and redefine their approach to self-empowerment, treating themselves with grace and compassion.
