The Background
My journey has been anything but linear, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I first became an attorney because I was deeply drawn to truth and justice. Helping people navigate their rights through advocacy was fulfilling for a time, but something inside me still felt unanswered—like a quiet call I couldn’t ignore.
When I moved from Brazil to the United States 10 years ago, I decided to set my legal career aside and explore different professional paths. But no matter what I did, I kept feeling pulled toward something deeper—a connection beyond the tangible world.
I've always been fascinated by "the universe stuff." Spirituality has been woven into my life for as long as I can remember, and I’ve spent years studying our connection to the divine—not just through religion, but also through astrology, numerology, and tarot.
After moving back to Michigan, I had the opportunity to start fresh, and that quiet call within me became impossible to ignore. I knew it was time to share what I had learned and continue expanding my knowledge.
That’s when Reiki found me. Through this beautiful practice, I not only embraced the healing energy of the universe, but I also deepened my passion for crystals, aromatherapy, and herbalism—because true healing is rooted in nature.
The Beginning
As I worked with clients, I noticed something special happening. Many of them wanted to take a piece of their healing journey home—something tangible to support their well-being long after our sessions ended.
They asked for candles to use in meditation, wellness teas to nourish their bodies, soothing soaps and foot soaks as reminders of self-care, essential oil blends for a healthy lifestyle, Reiki-infused bracelets to keep them connected to their inner strength, and energetic spiritual baths for their rituals.
So...
I started creating. And what a journey it has been!
2024 was a year of incredible growth. What started with pop-up events and farmer’s markets soon expanded into partnerships with boutiques, spas, beauty salons, yoga studios, and local markets.
The Journey
Along the way, I learned so much about the wellness industry and had the joy of working with amazing people and spaces. We also launched wholesale partnerships, and seeing our products loved by both clients and partners has been so rewarding!
This year, as we continue to grow and expand into new locations, we're also deepening our offerings. We're partnering with other holistic practitioners to bring Yoga + Reiki sessions to different spaces, and we're launching candle-making workshops to share the magic of intention-setting through creation.
Stay tuned to our events calendar—there’s so much more to come, and I’d love for you to be part of it!
My Interview
Want to learn more about my journey? Last year, I shared my story in an interview with Medium.com—check it out here:
Women In Wellness: Renata Portes Of The Universe Stuff On The Five Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Help Support People’s Journey Towards Better Wellbeing.