Bringing the Chill to ManifestHER: The Chill Space Experience
I’m incredibly honoured to have had the opportunity to offer The Chill Space recently at the beautiful ManifestHER event. In so many ways, it was meant to be, and it filled my whole soul to see attendees fully embracing what the space was designed for: taking a pause, resetting, and recharging in the middle of a high-energy, high-impact day.
The Vision: A Mystical Forest of Calm
Inspired by the stunning space at Paletta Mansion and the vision of event hosts Binu Dhindsa and Renee Walker, I knew immediately that The Chill Space needed to feel like an escape within an experience. I envisioned a magical, mystical fairy-core forest. A space that would feel grounding, yet expansive. A place where guests could catch their breath, drop into stillness, and find their chill amidst the buzzing energy of the event.
When we think of business events, networking, or personal development summits, we often picture non-stop engagement: conversations, panels, workshops, and breakout sessions. While that energy is incredible, it can also be overstimulating, especially for deep feelers, introverts, and those who process best in stillness. That’s why I created The Chill Space not just as a room, but as an invitation to pause without guilt.
The Experience: Moments of Magic
The feedback from attendees completely affirmed what I set out to do:
"Over lunch at the all-day event, I laughed with another attendee as we discussed our Human Design and the fact that, ideally, we'd both be eating our meal in quiet for best digestion. The high-energy din was anything but quiet (in a great way). After eating, I retreated to The Chill Space. I took in its calming views for a few minutes and then closed my eyes. Almost immediately, I went into a meditative state and had some wild visions and all sorts of colors coming at me! Wow! Those 10 minutes were exactly what I needed to feel completely refreshed and ready for the excitement of the remainder of the event. Thank you SO MUCH, Janette, for bringing your gifted creativity to life! What a fantastic idea!"
— Dana Vitelli, Caledon, ON
"The mystical forest was such an aligned vibe, thank you so so much for being a part of this event with us! We are so so grateful! 🙏🏻"
— Binu, Event Host
"LOVED having you at the event and was so grateful to be able to push pause throughout the day and reset. What a gift you gave us 🤍"
— Renee, Event Host
The Process: Bringing the Vision to Life
The creation of The Chill Space wasn’t just about setting up a cozy corner, it was about curating an intentional experience that would help people drop into stillness, restoration, and presence.
Step 1: The Mood Board & Inspiration
Before designing the space, I pulled together a mood board to capture the exact feeling I wanted to create. Soft lighting, deep greens, warm browns, cozy textures, and subtle mystical elements. I wanted it to feel like stepping into a hidden woodland retreat where people could reset with ease.
Step 2: Creating the Atmosphere
I focused on sensory elements to bring the space to life:
Visual: A mix of natural, earthy elements with an ethereal touch. Soft lighting, deep green tones, and organic textures.
Sound: Gentle ambient sounds, subtle nature elements, and just enough quiet to feel soothing but not isolating.
Scent: A blend of grounding essential oils, like cedarwood and lavender, to enhance the feeling of being in a tranquil forest.
Seating: Comfortable, inviting, and relaxed offering different ways to sit, lounge, or stretch based on what the body needed.
Looking Ahead: The Chill Space Beyond ManifestHER
Creating this space at ManifestHER reaffirmed how deeply needed intentional rest spaces are at events. So many people expressed their gratitude for having a place where they could slow down, reflect, and return to the event feeling more present, more grounded, and more themselves.
This is just the beginning. The Chill Space is here to stay, and I can’t wait to bring it to more events, festivals, and retreats where ambitious, deep-feeling humans need a little more ease woven into their experience.
Your Event Needs to Chill. ✨
If you’re an event organizer and want to bring The Chill Space to your next gathering, let’s make it happen. Send me an email, and let’s talk.
