EP 30: On-the-Go – Tracey Hanton

Episode 30: On-the-Go – Tracey Hanton of Praise Worthy Candles on Starting Over, Connection & Reclaiming Alignment

Hosted by Katelyn Calhoun

We’re back with another On-the-Go episode from the GROW Conference in Fort Wayne, this time featuring an illuminating (pun intended!) conversation with Tracey Hanton, founder of Praise Worthy Candles and proudly known as “The Candle Queen.”

Tracey shares the powerful story of moving to Fort Wayne from Philadelphia just months before the pandemic hit, and the unexpected challenges—and community—that shaped her journey. She opens up about launching her candle business while working as a career counselor, redefining what alignment looks like in business, and learning when to pause, reassess, and reconnect to purpose.

This is an honest and heartfelt look at what it means to keep showing up—for yourself, your creativity, and the people you're here to serve.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

🕯 The unexpected move that reshaped Tracey’s life and work
 🌇 What it’s like to start over 625 miles from home—alone
 🎓 Balancing career counseling and candle making
 ⚖️ A beautiful definition of alignment as mutual elevation and divine purpose
 💬 Why connection—not just commerce—is the heart of her business

You Can Connect with Tracey + Praise Worthy Candles:
📸 Instagram: @praiseworthycandles

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