CHILL: Supporting Jeannine + Joel Through Life’s Journey

In 2019, Jeannine and Joel decided to make a major life change. Jeannine quit her job of 10 years and the two left New Mexico for Florida. Some time later, life brought them to Chicago, just a few blocks away from CHILL’s brick and mortar studio. 

In her previous resort + spa general manager position, Jeannine was no stranger to meditation and mindfulness. However, that work environment was stressful and fast paced.

“[We] were in need of a place to disconnect and try to just ‘be’ during this uncertain journey we were on,” Jeannine said.  

On a cold night, the CHILL studio provided them the warmth they craved. With soft lighting and an inviting layout, they felt at home that evening. Jeannine recalled CHILL meditation guide Darrell stating the words “you are enough” during the meditation. In that moment, tears welled up in her eyes. She felt seen and understood.

“[It] felt like he gave me permission to be ok with my decision to choose a different lifestyle that would pave the way for a very healthy and happy future,” Jeannine said.

The two attended more classes and enjoyed sitting on the sofa, drinking peppermint tea and chatting with Darrell after each class. Jeannine said they never felt rushed, it was all part of the experience. 

CHILL brought them the feeling of comfort and normalcy they longed for. 

Soon, the pandemic crept in and city life halted. Although CHILL’s studio doors closed, they were able to bring CHILL with them. Jeannine and Joel used the CHILL Anywhere app twice daily. At a time when they needed a grounding routine, these meditations “kept [them] calm and in the present moment without fear or anxiety,” Jeannine said. 

Wherever they went, the CHILL Anywhere app followed. After hikes, they meditated in the car or the forest preserve parking lot before returning to the city. “[CHILL] was exactly what we needed,” Jeannine said.

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