Sarah Davidson: Shapes and Sounds Interview #4

Even though the world feels like it’s turned upside down right now, there are common truths that seem to permeate through no matter the external environment. For example, the attitudes we have towards our health and wellbeing and the ways in which our upbringing has shaped our realities, continue to impact our lives and continue to provide support and inspiration to others when shared.

This month, Sarah Davidson shares with us her amazing story of adoption, switching from M&A law to starting up a thriving matcha business, to hosting her own podcast.

If you are yet to “meet” Sarah, make sure to find her on Instagram after reading this interview as her uniquely beautiful yet hilarious content has definitely brightened up my isolation scrolling!

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1. Could you please tell us your name, age and what it is that you do?  

Sarah Davidson, 30 years old and I'm a lawyer turned funtrepreneur. I co-own Matcha Maiden and Matcha Mylkbar in St Kilda as well hosting the Seize the Yay podcast and producing several others as well. 

2. What do you do to take care of your mental health and wellbeing?

I haven't always prioritised my wellbeing, but over the past few years have come to understand what a crucial role it plays in all areas of our lives.

Physically, I like to keep my body active and always try to combine a mix of different styles whether it be pilates, yoga, HIIT, running or boxing - I'll pretty much try anything.

Mentally, exercise also plays a huge role but I've also found meditation to be incredible helpful in keeping the anxiety at bay as well as regularly making time for what I call "play" or things that make you "yay" that aren't necessarily productive like reading fiction, playing with our Golden Retriever, bingeing on true crime or getting a massage. Getting enough sleep also makes a huge difference!

3. Can you think of one example that demonstrates how growing up Asian in Australia has impacted you?

I've got a bit of an interesting background in that I was adopted from South Korea but grew up in a Caucasian Australian family. So being Asian has had a HUGE impact on me, particularly in looking outwardly so different to how I feel internally and culturally. The main example has been the very understandable assumption that I'm culturally Asian and that I understand things like having "tiger parents" or other stereotypical experiences which I don’t really know about. Of course, like all of us, it took me a while to fully appreciate my heritage but now I love having the best of both worlds. 

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You can find Sarah online at:

Website: www.spoonfulofsarah.com
Instagram: @spoonful_of_sarah
Seize the Yay Podcast: Podcast
Matcha Maiden: www.matchamaiden.com
Matcha Mylkbar: www.matchamylkbar.com