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Story & Lesson Highlights with Sadia Walker of Southside

Sadia Walker shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Sadia, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Integrity because it guides how we use intelligence and direct our energy, it’s the moral compass behind our actions. Intelligence may impress and energy may inspire, but integrity earns respect and leaves a lasting legacy.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Sadia Walker, the founder of Blush and Bundles Collections—a brand dedicated to helping women feel confident, beautiful, and empowered from the inside out.

Blush and Bundles started as a passion of mine rooted in self-expression, self-care, and style. What makes us unique is our focus on curating high-quality products and services that celebrate femininity while promoting confidence and authenticity.

Right now, I’m focused on expanding our collections and building a community where women can truly shine—because beauty isn’t just about how you look, it’s about how you feel.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Just a girl that grew up in a small town, that wanted to be different. I didn’t know how to navigate through life in certain areas because I didn’t want to “disappoint” anyone. I learned and found myself and gained a new love for myself. Now I’m unstoppable.

When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
About 5 year ago when I found my church home and when I really fell in love with Jesus. I knew him but I found a NEW deep love for him. The teaching I was getting at church allowed me to learn how to turn pain into purpose into power.

I stopped hiding my pain the moment I realized it wasn’t a weakness—it was a part of my story, and my story had power. Instead of burying the hurt, I started embracing it, learning from it, and turning it into fuel. That shift didn’t happen overnight, but with time, I began using my experiences to grow, to heal, and to help others do the same. What once held me back now pushes me forward. My pain became my power the day I chose to own it, not hide from it.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
Loyalty matters the most. I believe everyone connected to me will tell you all the same.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
The laughs, the energy. I connect with all my clients. Not only is it a hair appointment, it usually turns into a therapy session. I love speaking into my clients.

Contact Info:

  • Instagram: @blushandbundlescollection
  • Facebook: Sadia Walker

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