Camia Rhea shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Good morning Camia, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? Who are you learning from right now?
Right now, I’m learning from the people I choose to surround myself with.
Whether they’re friends, family, or individuals I admire from afar. Every interaction teaches me something new. I’ve come to see that growth isn’t confined to milestones or achievements; it comes from the small things that help define who we are.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Camia, and I’m the founder of Camia Rhea, a home fragrance brand designed with intention-based storytelling through scent. What began as a small hobby has grown into a physical storefront, a new space that invites people to slow down and connect with themselves.
Every fragrance I create is a reflection of emotion and culture. The fragrances are designed to feel lived-in and experienced, but at the same time luxurious. Which has been rooted in Camia Rhea since the beginning.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
A part of myself that has served its purpose is the relentless drive to overwork. In the early stages of building a business, it’s easy to fall into the mindset of being in constant motion. That if you pause, you’ll fall behind.
Which led me to believe that rest led to failure. This caused me to realize further growth doesn’t have to be formulated from chaos. Sometimes it arrives quietly, in moments of quiet and serenity.
Although that version of me taught me grit, I’ve allowed myself to learn from my past momentum and grow from it.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
As founders, you’ll find yourself in situations in which you want to give up quite often; responsibilities get high, traction gets low, and the uncertainty of entrepreneurship feels heavier than the reward. As founders, we often face crossroads where perseverance feels optional.
For me, the turning point was learning to see challenges as a chance to do better rather than failure. I reminded myself that the vision I had was worth enduring the growing pains for.
Now, I view these moments of doubt as checkpoints. Reminders to pause and reconnect with purpose.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Is the public version of you the real you?
Absolutely, in my career, I’ve learned that transparency invites connection. When customers can see the person behind the product, the care, the intention, and the vision, they feel a deeper sense of trust.
For me, that connection is invaluable. It transforms the relationship from transactional to personal, and that’s where real loyalty and community are built.
Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What will you regret not doing?
I would regret not creating something that outlives me. I often think about legacy, not in the sense of recognition, but of contribution. What did I leave behind that made someone feel seen, inspired, or capable?
It’s important to me that my work represents more than wonderful scents. I want it to reflect intention, care, and community. If I ever settled for simply running a business instead of building something meaningful, I’d feel I had missed the point. My greatest regret would be not fully honoring the vision I was entrusted with.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.camiarhea.com
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/camiarhea
- Other: tiktok: tiktok.com/camiarhea
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@capturingwithkat
