We’re looking forward to introducing you to Abigail Hewitt. Check out our conversation below.
Abigail, really appreciate you sharing your stories and insights with us. The world would have so much more understanding and empathy if we all were a bit more open about our stories and how they have helped shaped our journey and worldview. Let’s jump in with a fun one: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
I thrive on behind-the-scenes work and often shy away from the spotlight. I’m really proud of building safe spaces, systems and connections that uplift others. One of my greatest passions is empowering people to become their best selves, to build and execute their visions and dreams. Over the years, I’ve quietly laid the foundations for growth, creativity and resilience, helping many people find their wings and take flight. It’s not something I do publicly, but it’s work that truly matters to me.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Abigail Hewitt, though in my creative world I go by my pen name, Abii Paris. I like to think of myself as a bridge between creativity and strategy. A multifaceted being who is deeply passionate about building spaces where both people and ideas can flourish.
Through my brand and The Creative Reset Studio, I curate experiences that help individuals and teams tap into their creativity as a tool for growth, self-expression, and overall wellbeing. Alongside this, I work in talent acquisition, where my focus is on connecting the right people with the right opportunities, while also nurturing environments that feel supportive and empowering.
What makes my approach unique is the way I merge strategic insight with a human-centered touch and creative flair. I believe that work, in any form, should be inspiring, uplifting and leave people feeling expanded rather than drained.
Right now, I’m working on some projects that light me up: curating immersive art therapy sessions for diverse spaces, launching wellness retreats, and designing interactive programs that help people reset and reconnect with themselves and others. On the creative side, I’m also bringing to life a line of handmade wearable art for select stores, while supporting small businesses with product and business development.
Whether it’s through art, talent development, or community projects, everything I do comes back to the same heartbeat, helping people grow, thrive, and feel more at home in themselves.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
The part of me that has served its purpose and that I’m learning to release is my tendency to people-please. For a long time, it came from a genuine place of wanting to keep the peace and make others comfortable, but I realised it often meant silencing myself or carrying weight that wasn’t mine to carry.
It taught me a lot about who I am, what I value, and what I shouldn’t accept in relationships or in any space. Letting go of that pattern has been empowering. It’s helped me set healthier boundaries, honour my own needs and show up more authentically.
I won’t pretend I’ve perfected it though, there’s still work to do. But I’ve made great strides, and I now see the release of people-pleasing as making space for something greater. Self-respect, clarity and the kind of confidence that allows me to truly thrive in the work that I do and how I show up in the world.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I’d tell her we’ve made it back home to ourselves. No longer shy or cowering in fear, but standing taller, bolder and unafraid to speak up. The doubts and second-guessing have softened, and in their place, confidence blooms. Self-love (the kind that wraps you up gently) really is the best love. No matter how heavy the storms may feel, the sun does return. Life gets brighter, and you, my dear, only grow more radiant with time.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
A belief I’m deeply committed to no matter how long it takes is that every child deserves to be nurtured, loved and given the space to express themselves freely. So much of my work, whether through art therapy, community projects or creative programs, ties back to that. I believe that when children are heard and supported, they grow into adults who are confident, compassionate and unafraid to share their voice.
Creating this kind of space through creative expression projects in children’s homes and schools is a big passion of mine. As a child, I often felt shunned and voiceless, and art became my secret language. It was the tool I used to keep my light alive. Now, offering that same doorway of expression to children feels like giving them the wings I once wished for.
It’s a lifelong commitment for me to keep creating safe spaces where creativity, healing and self-expression can flourish, especially for the youngest among us. Even if it takes years, I know the ripple effect of this work will outlast me.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m fully immersed in nature. Combining this with letting creativity spill out in its own rhythm is total bliss. Living on this beautiful island of Jamaica means I’m constantly surrounded by scenic, almost magical spaces with the quiet hum of life in between.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.byabiiparis.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foreverabiiparis/?hl=en
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abigail-hewitt
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571317386334
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