Athleisure with a Purpose: Jai-Leta Colvard's Vision for a Healthier Tomorrow

Host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Jai-Leta Colvard, the founder of Just Jai Wear and a fervent mental health advocate, to explore her multifaceted journey from fashion to founding Space of Grace. Jai-Leta shares her personal experiences with mental health challenges, detailing how a series of losses in 2020 led her to a critical point and the team of specialists that helped save her life. Out of this period of darkness, she created Space of Grace, a resource aimed at providing financial and emotional support for those seeking mental health services.

Listeners will hear about Jai-Leta's passion for fashion and fitness that sparked the creation of her athleisure line, Just Jai Wear, in 2017, designed to empower women of all shapes and sizes to feel confident and inspired. The brand’s success, including a unique heated apparel line, supports broader outreach efforts, including breast cancer survivor initiatives.

Jai-Leta delves into how Space of Grace emerged from her journey, designed to offer others the same comprehensive support system that aided her recovery. She emphasizes the importance of giving oneself grace during tough times and seeking help when needed. The soft launch of Space of Grace's physical location marks a new chapter in Jai-Leta's mission to break down financial barriers to mental health services.

This episode is a powerful reminder of the interconnection between personal well-being and the ability to pursue one's passions.

Explore Just Jai Wear for empowering athleisure options and learn more about Space of Grace's vital mental health support initiatives here:

Just Jai Wear: https://justjaiwear.com/
Space of Grace: https://spaceofgrace365.org/