Transformation Tuesday: The Birth of Our Mission & The Story That Changed Everything
2017: Where It All Began
In 2017, The Inspiration Company was born from a simple yet powerful idea—to create a ripple of positivity in a world that could use more light. We believed that each of us was created with purpose and the responsibility to make the world a little better. This belief laid the foundation for what would soon become a movement of hope, love, and kindness. But this idea didn’t just stay an idea—it blossomed into something tangible, something that people could carry with them every day.
Our mission was simple:
“We believe we were all created on purpose, for a purpose. If we can sprinkle a little kindness, hope, and love every day, it will create a ripple effect of positivity that will change the world for good.”
We crafted three collections: Hope, Love, and Faith. These weren't just bracelets; they were daily reminders to interrupt negative thought patterns and replace them with optimism, gratitude, and faith. We wanted people to look down at their wrists and be reminded to focus on the good, because—“Where your focus goes, energy flows.”
Our First Bracelet & The Moment That Changed Us
One of the most profound moments that set us on our journey happened at a small music festival that year. At first, it was just another ordinary day under the sun, sharing our products with festival-goers. A young teenager named Stephanie bought one of our first bracelets, engraved with the words, “Always my mother, forever my friend.”
We thought nothing of it at the time, but later that night, Stephanie returned to our booth, tears streaming down her face. She shared with us that she had recently lost her mom and had been struggling to cope with the overwhelming grief. She prayed for a sign from God that her mother was still with her. And then, she found our bracelet. It was the sign she had asked for.
Stephanie spent that night wearing the bracelet, crying tears of both sorrow and comfort, knowing her mom’s spirit was still by her side. She thanked us with all her heart for creating something so meaningful, something that would become a crucial part of her healing journey.
That was the moment we knew we were doing exactly what we were meant to do. We weren’t just selling jewelry. We were helping people find strength, peace, and inspiration—one wrist at a time.
The Ripple of Positivity: Over 75 Pop-Ups
Fueled by stories like Stephanie’s, we hit the road in 2017, doing over 75 pop-ups at music festivals and markets across the United States. Every bracelet sold wasn’t just a product—it was a message, a reminder to someone that there is always something to be grateful for, something to hold on to. We met thousands of people, each with their own story, their own reason for needing that small piece of inspiration on their wrist.
Each connection reinforced our belief that small acts of kindness and positivity can indeed create a powerful ripple.
A Mission, A Movement
By the end of 2017, what started as a vision had grown into a full-fledged mission. The more we traveled, the more we realized just how many people needed this—these simple but powerful reminders of hope and faith. And for us, there was no turning back. We knew this was just the beginning.
We believe that happiness is a choice, that life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it. Our bracelets became tools to help people rewire their thoughts, focus on the good, and feed their minds with faith, love, and truth.
Looking Back, Moving Forward
2017 was the year everything changed. From sketching our first bracelet idea on a napkin to witnessing how our products touched people's lives, it solidified our purpose. It wasn't just about creating beautiful jewelry—it was about helping people shift their mindset and live a more inspired life.
As we celebrate our 7th anniversary, we reflect on those early days with gratitude and excitement for what’s to come. Stephanie’s story, along with countless others, is what keeps us going. We can’t wait to continue spreading hope and love, one wrist at a time.
Ready to see how our journey continued?
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s blog, where we’ll dive into the major milestones of 2018 and 2019, as we began expanding our reach and building our dream from the ground up.
