Do it Scared

There’s a phrase that’s been sitting with me lately: Do it scared.

It’s the heartbeat behind Umindak—my brand, my art, and the beginning of something I’ve dreamed about for a long time. For years, I envisioned creating wearable art that celebrates movement, expression, and the beauty of our bodies. But dreaming and doing are different things—and for a while, fear kept me quiet.

I’ve struggled most of my life with how I felt in my body. Like many, I internalized messages that made me feel “less than”—less worthy, less beautiful, less confident. But somewhere along the way, I began to create art that helped me feel more whole. Art gave me freedom. It gave me a voice when I didn’t have the words. And over time, that creative freedom began to spill into other areas of my life.

That’s how I found yoga—and eventually, aerial yoga. Moving in my body became an act of reclamation. I didn’t have to look a certain way or perform for anyone. I could show up exactly as I was, explore what felt good, and listen for what my body and spirit needed.

Starting Umindak meant taking all of that—my creative journey, my wellness practice, and my evolving relationship with myself—and making it into something tangible. A line of clothes that aren’t just clothes, but reminders. Reminders that we are art. That we are allowed to take up space. That we can try new things—even if our voice shakes and our legs tremble.

I won’t pretend I wasn’t scared. I still am, sometimes. But the difference now is: I’m doing it anyway.

And I haven’t done it alone. Along the way, I’ve been lifted up by incredible people—mentors, friends, fellow artists and yogis—who saw something in me before I could fully see it myself. People who reminded me of my strength, my creativity, my worth. Their stories will show up here too, because Umindak is a community as much as it is a brand. This blog will be a space for truth-telling, self-discovery, and celebrating those little (and big) victories we earn by showing up.

If you're going to be at the Berkshire Yoga Festival (June 12–15, 2025)—come find me! I’ll be launching Umindak there in person, and I’d love to meet you. You’ll be able to see the collection, feel the art, and maybe even feel inspired to start your own “do it scared” journey. Check out the full festival lineup at berkshireyogafestival.com and come find me there!

Do it scared. Do it anyway. And dance to your own heartbeat.

WholeARTedly,
Det