Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Juliette Langari of Reno

Juliette Langari shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Juliette, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What do you think is misunderstood about your business? 
I think people forget that being a creator is running a full business. I’m the creative, the strategist, the editor, the negotiator, all of it. Because the final product feels fun and natural, it’s easy to miss how much structure and strategy go on behind the scenes.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi! I’m Juliette, I’m a social media manager and content creator. On my Justbeingjuliette account, I share tips and inspiration for beginner outdoor enthusiasts. My whole goal is to make getting outside feel fun, approachable, and real. I know what it’s like to want to explore but not know where to start, so I try to be that friend who shows you it doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be you. Lately, I’ve been focusing on creating more local Reno-Tahoe guides and beginner-friendly outdoor content that helps people build confidence in nature.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
Tearing my ACL…twice. It completely changed how I see the world. Before that, I tied so much of my identity to being active and constantly on the move. When I suddenly couldn’t do any of that, I had to slow down and learn patience, which was not easy for me. It taught me to find value in stillness, to listen to my body, and to appreciate movement in all its forms, not just the big, impressive ones. That experience completely shifted how I create now. I approach adventure with a lot more gratitude and a lot less pressure to prove anything.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
Impostor syndrome, for sure. Especially coming from an engineering background, I always felt like I wasn’t ‘creative enough’ to belong in this world. Everyone around me seemed to have this effortless artistic energy, and I was the one building spreadsheets for my content calendar. But honestly, I’ve learned that being a little different is my edge. That logical mindset helps me stay organized and intentional; it’s how I bring creative ideas to life instead of just dreaming about them.

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?
Yes and no. Instagram will always be a highlight reel to some extent, and I don’t think that’s necessarily a bad thing. I actually think there’s something inspiring about seeing people share the best parts of their lives; it can motivate you to get outside or try something new. But I also try to sprinkle in the real stuff too, especially on stories…the setbacks, the burnout, the injuries, all of it. I never want people to think I’m out here living this perfectly curated life. It’s real, just not all of it.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people remember me as a comeback story. I know injuries aren’t the end of the world, but they’ve been the hardest thing I’ve ever had to work through. For someone who finds peace through movement losing that felt like losing part of myself. But I want my story to show that you can rebuild, you can adapt, and you can still find adventure in new ways. Right now, I’m focusing on more beginner-friendly and accessible outdoor experiences, but someday, I want to be summiting 14ers, ice climbing, and pushing myself again, not to prove anything, just to celebrate how far I’ve come.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: justbeingjuliette