Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Senethia Johnson

We recently had the chance to connect with Senethia Johnson and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Senethia, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Not only am I a business owner but I am an avid gardener as well. I have been gardening for nearly four years. My initial reason for gardening was that I wanted each and every herb that I used in my products to come from a reliable source, where quality is our top priority.

I want my customers to know that when they receive my products, they can trust that I have their best interest at heart.

I also started gardening because my desire was to be equipped with the ability, knowledge, and education to heal myself using all natural, holistic ways as opposed to man made medicine. My desire is also to teach others how to do the same and I have ben just that!

Gardening for me brings me so much joy, healing, lessons, gratitude, respect for Mother Nature and all that she gives to us! I find a type of peace in the garden that you can not get anywhere else. I find healing in the garden because when I am out there, nothing else matters, it is as if I am in another world, just me, my herbs and veggies.

Knowing how to grow my own food is definitely a flex for me because I get to share that experience with my family and friends. Seeing them to enjoying something that I nurtured, watered, fertilized, and grew myself is top tier!

I could go on and on about the benefits of growing your own food, being self sustainable, building community, bartering, sharing your knowledge, gifts, and talents with others that have the same mindset!

Being that I am a self care advocate, I look at gardening as a form of self-care as well because of all the healing benefits that it offers.

Gardening for me is LIFE, it does not get any better than that!!!

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?

All About Me & My Self-Care Journey 🌿

Hello, everyone, I”m Senethia Johnson , the owner of TST Fragrances and I would love to share a little bit of my story and why I started my self-care business.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve often struggled with dry, itchy, and irritated skin. I tried everything—from lotions, to creams, and soaps out there—yet nothing seemed to work. It was frustrating and honestly, irritating. I felt like I was constantly battling my skin, and it began to take a toll on my confidence and well-being.

That’s when I decided to take matters into my own hands. I began researching natural alternatives, wanting to heal my skin without relying on harmful chemicals. I knew there had to be a better way, something pure, all natural, something that wouldn’t harm my body in the process of healing it. After a lot of trial and error, I discovered the healing benefits of using natural ingredients—herbs, oils , and botanicals that nourished my skin and gave me the relief that I needed.

But I didn’t want to stop there. I realized I wasn’t the only one facing these issues. I wanted to help others who were dealing with the same skin issues and offer them an all-natural alternative to healing. So, I set out to create products that I could be proud of—products made with love, care, and top-quality ingredients.

To ensure my products are of the highest quality, I began growing my own herbs, carefully cultivating each one to guarantee freshness and potency. From seed to shelf, I take pride in knowing exactly where the ingredients come from and how they are grown. My goal is to offer products that not only nourish your skin but also your soul.

In addition to being a passionate self-care advocate, I’m also a gardener and a life coach. I believe in the power of self-love and taking care of yourself—mind, body, and spirit. My journey has taught me that true healing comes from within, and I’m here to share that message with you.

Whether you’re struggling with skin issues like I once did, or simply looking to incorporate more self-care into your routine, I’m here to help you on your journey to wellness. I truly believe in the magic of nature and the power of self-care, and I’m honored to be part of your healing journey.

Sidenote: TST Fragrances is currently in the process of rebranding and a name change! I am excited about what the future has to offer for me and my business!

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child I believed that I did not have a voice, that what I had to say did not matter. I also believed that my thoughts, and opinions were not important because no one at the time truly took the opportunity to listen or value what I had to say so I often stayed to myself and I kept all of my feelings and emotions to myself!

I slowly became a people pleaser, where I would often put others needs and desires before my own because I thought that I needed their approval!!

I later realized that once I started my healing journey that I mattered and my thoughts and words carried weight and I would one day use that voice to help others on their journey ” back to self!”

When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
Once I started my healing journey and sharing my stories with others, I no longer felt a need to hide nor be ashamed of what I went through in my life. I was able to be vulnerable and more transparent!

I realized by sharing my story, I was helping others to heal from the hurt, pain, and trauma that they have experienced. To some degree I felt like I was the voice for the ones that were either to afraid or not yet ready to tell their story!

In those moments is when I realized my true power and purpose which is to inspire, motivate, educate, empower others to be the best, healthiest, whole versions of themselves without fear of being judged, criticized, or shamed for who they are or were!!

That is powerful in and of itself and I now walk in that authority with pride, dedication, love, honor, and gratitude!!

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, most definitely!

With me, what you see is what you get!! LOL

I am the same on any given day, I have no need to pretend to be someone that I am not.

It takes too much time and energy to put on facades or hide behind a mask!!

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I am walking in my purpose and doing the things that I love!

I also feel more at peace when I have given my situation over to God trusting the process along the way and knowing that it has ALL been worked out in my favor!!

When I no longer allow past hurt and pain, or the people that caused it to affect me, I am at peace!!

When I no longer react but respond, I AM AT PEACE with myself and everything around me!!!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @senethiajohnson
• Facebook: @melanatedgardener
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@themindfulhealingagenda

Image Credits
Photos were taken by me!!

However, I do give credit to my daughter for taking the beautiful picture of me!!