BOLD JOURNEY - Meet Francesca Vuillemin
Photo Credit Caroline Fiss
We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Francesca Vuillemin a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Francesca, so many exciting things to discuss, we can’t wait. Thanks for joining us and we appreciate you sharing your wisdom with our readers. So, maybe we can start by discussing optimism and where your optimism comes from?
Optimism is like oxygen- it is essential to life, it allows for you to be proactive in changing a situation that is less than ideal. At an early age I witnessed how a negative mindset could completely change the experience of your reality. This is especially helpful in reframing the way my client’s to see their chart or a particular planetary transit as an opportunity for growth as opposed to a challenge.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
As an astrologer this is a very exciting time with planets changing signs such as Pluto (that will be in Aquarius for the next 20 years starting January 20, 2024). What I am really focused now is to work with my clients to get them prepared for a new and exciting era. From a technological standpoint we can see this manifesting in AI as well as other technological advancements and innovation. My hope is that through these astrological insights we can all plan for a wonderful future benefiting every living being. This philosophy ties into the other part of the work I do which is partnering with sustainable brands in the luxury wellness and design space. I am very excited about my upcoming partnership with Elizabeth Moore this time with her fairy dust collection made of recycled gold. Every month I also do a special beauty horoscope video for KATINI skin and a flower horoscope for Petal Appeal. Launching soon, will be the “Chakra Collection”, which is a capsule collaboration with the legendary Franco Lacosta. The limited edition collection will be made using recycled plastic bottles with bespoke prints that serve as wearable talisman. The idea behind this is to infuse some heart and kindness into fashion. There is definitely a lot happening in the Fall and many of the brands I have been working with over many years which has made the partnerships even more rewarding.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Investing in my continuing studies of astrology, having humility (no one will ever know everything) and reading the latest books and attending industry seminars. I recommend reading the works of the legendary astrologer and Jungian psychologist Liz Greene whose works are timeless. With so much to learn it is important to develop patience especially when you start out reading your first chart.
Before we go, any advice you can share with people who are feeling overwhelmed?
Firstly, I take a deep breath (breathing is essential) and remind myself to look at whatever is causing the stress/anxiety as an opportunity for growth. Secondly, I will make myself take a 15-20 minute time out to reset so that I am being proactive as opposed to reactive. Thirdly, I will watch something involving nature such as a quick video of a dolphins swimming or anything with cute baby animals. Those three strategies have been essential strategies in getting a hold of myself before the wave of being overwhelmed comes crashing down!
Contact Info:
Website: FrancescaVuillemin.com
Instagram: Francescamv
Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/FrancescaVNYC/?wtsid=rdr_0HrYdgfmKNkNvZ8xo
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-vuillemin-7a7ab2177
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Photo Credit Caroline Fiss
Photo Credit Elizabeth Moore
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Photo Credit Franco Lacosta
Photo Credit KATINI Skin
Photo Credit Liz Greene
Photo Credit Petal Appeal