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Welcome to the Beckon Blog — your source for high frequency living. Curated by interior designer, podcaster, and blogger Jaclyn Steele Thurmond, we focus on truly clean lifestyle content, Spanish & Mediterranean-inspired interiors, and mindset elevation that transforms the way you think, feel, and live.

Building A Brand With Soul: How Citrine Natural Beauty Is Leading A High-Frequency Revolution

Building A Brand With Soul: How Citrine Natural Beauty Is Leading A High-Frequency Revolution

What does it take to build a beauty brand that transcends trends and becomes a movement? In this deeply inspiring Freq Show feature, Jaclyn Steele Thurmond sits down with Melissa Lenberg, founder of Citrine Natural Beauty Bar, to explore the high-frequency heart behind one of the clean beauty world’s most beloved destinations. From soulful leadership to sustainable vision, this is what it looks like to build a brand with integrity—and joy.

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Letting Go Of The Need For Approval

Letting Go Of The Need For Approval

So many of us are caught in a loop of doing, performing, and achieving—driven not by purpose but by a lingering sense that we have to prove ourselves to be worthy. In this powerful and personal episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam Thurmond open up about the toll this pressure can take and how choosing overflow over overperformance can change everything. If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, perfectionism, or the endless chase for external approval—this one’s for you.

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How to Deal with Negative Feedback
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How to Deal with Negative Feedback

We’ve all been there. Whether it's a sharp comment on social media, a disapproving glance from a client, or an unexpected critique from someone we respect—receiving negative feedback stings. But what if the way we respond to negative feedback matters more than the feedback itself?

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Building a Business While Raising Babies: The Seasons of Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

Building a Business While Raising Babies: The Seasons of Motherhood and Entrepreneurship

Building a business while raising kids isn’t easy—but it’s possible. In this heartfelt conversation, Maria of KAEIU shares how she balances motherhood and entrepreneurship by trusting her gut, honoring seasons, and doing it scared.

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How To Start Healing From Anxiety: A Gentle Guide Rooted in Heart

How To Start Healing From Anxiety: A Gentle Guide Rooted in Heart

In this heartfelt episode of The Freq Show, Jaclyn and Sam explore what it really takes to heal from anxiety—from the roots, not just the symptoms. This blog expands on their conversation with tender honesty, offering practical tools, gentle reminders, and a grounded starting point for anyone on a healing journey.

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Mindset Before Machines: How to Start Thinking Like an AI-Savvy Entrepreneur

Mindset Before Machines: How to Start Thinking Like an AI-Savvy Entrepreneur

In this inspiring solo episode of The Freq Show, Sam Thurmond shares how a shift in mindset—not tech skills—helped him embrace AI in business. With warmth and honesty, this blog in Jaclyn’s tone explores how even non-techy entrepreneurs can start integrating AI without losing their humanity.

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