Daily Inspiration: Meet Alexandria Bell

Today we’d like to introduce you to Alexandria Bell.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I started my career in the hospitality world, working in restaurants for nearly a decade. I loved it because it allowed me to curate unique experiences for every guest I encountered. I truly thought that would be my career for life, until the pandemic hit.

During that time, everything paused. I felt stuck, depressed, and unmotivated. I spent a lot of time in my room, unsure of what was next. Eventually, I grew tired of just existing and began asking myself the hard questions: What do I truly want? What career aligns with who I am at my core?

That soul-searching led me to arboriculture, a surprising but beautiful pivot. It allowed me to work in a field where I reconnected with nature, and with some of the dreams I had forgotten.

When the world reopened after the pandemic, I was desperate for connection. I was at every day party LA had to offer, but none of them gave me the sense of community I was craving. That’s when I realized I’d have to create it myself. I felt a strong pull to build something specifically for Black women. A space where we could be soft, be seen, and be supported.

That’s how Eason House was born. Named after my Nana’s maiden name, it became my answer to a lifelong feeling of not belonging. Instead of continuing to search for “home,” I decided to build one and open it to other Black women who needed the same.

Now, through intentional gatherings like our tea parties, I get to help Black women reclaim their peace, their joy, and their rest.

That’s how I got here. And I’m just getting started.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Definitely not a smooth road, but I’ve learned that growth rarely happens in comfort.

The road hasn’t been linear. I’ve had moments where I lost sight of my vision or felt disconnected from the work. I’ve had to learn how to pace myself, how to rest, and how to not let perfectionism stop me from moving forward.

There were seasons where turnout was low, resources were tight, and I questioned whether I was really making a difference. But I always came back to my “why”.

It’s taken a lot of healing, unlearning, and trusting myself through uncertainty. But, every challenge has deepened my commitment, and at the end of the day, that makes it all worth it.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At my core, I’m a community builder.

Through Eason House, I create intentional experiences for Black women to gather, reclaim their softness, and be poured into. I don’t see what I do as just hosting events; it’s about crafting spaces that help women feel seen, safe, and celebrated.

Right now, we’re best known for our tea parties and pickleball club.

What sets Eason House apart is that we’re not just trying to offer wellness for the sake of aesthetics or trend. We’re building spaces where healing and joy can actually live side by side. We aren’t doing this to be cute or exclusive. The energy is welcoming, the impact is lasting, and it feels different because it is different.

What I’m most proud of is seeing women walk into our events heavy and leave lighter. Not because their circumstances changed, but because they were reminded of their worth, their joy, and their power.

Eason House isn’t a performance. It’s a home. And I think people feel that the moment they step in.

Can you tell us more about what you were like growing up?
Growing up, I was definitely a curious, creative, and deeply feeling kid. I was obsessed with reading! I’d devour books just to escape into new worlds. I loved to draw and make my own comic books. I could entertain myself for hours with just a notebook and a backyard.

I also had a deep love and respect for nature from a really young age. I was the kid who knew random facts about trees, animals, or the weather and would excitedly tell anyone who’d listen. Sharing those fun facts with my friends and family made me feel like I had something special to offer.

More than anything, I was incredibly empathetic. I felt things deeply and was always tuned in to how other people were feeling. I think that’s why community work feels so natural to me now because it’s an extension of who I’ve always been.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://easonhouse.org
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeasonhouse/