Today we’d like to introduce you to Drena Blanton.
Hi Drena, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
From my last interview in 2021, there have been so many shifts all for the good, and where I am today. The last time we chatted, it was all about the transition from The Self Love Retreat to The Self Love Box, and today, we are back 100% focused on The Self Love Retreat.
As I stated before, the 1st Self Love Retreat was in my hometown Natchez MS and it was a great success, with attendees from all over the Miss-Lou area.
Due to the overwhelming positive responses from the ladies who experienced The Self Love Retreat, I had many women from different parts of the country inquire if I could host The Self Love Retreat in a location near them.
Traveling was out of the question for me as I wanted to spend more time with my daughter and COVID was in its prime. So I prayed and asked God to deliver to me a way I could have The Self Love Retreat delivered to women across the world, and that’s how The Self Love Box was created.
Well now, life and time have shifted and we are back to The Self Love Retreat.
Although I’m no longer shipping Self Love Boxes, I created a downloadable version, ‘The Self Love Experience’ that’s available on my website Drenab.com to those who can’t attend a Self Love Retreat but want to have the experience.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
This transition has not been a smooth road, but that comes with life and trusting your own process.
One of my most pivotal struggles was knowing when to shift and change directions.
The ups and downs have led me to this very moment that I’m extremely excited about.
In 2026, we will be hosting The Self Love Retreat in Houston TX on Saturday, February 21, 2026, and I’m so pleased to announce that we will be adding a new, but familiar city this year! I will be back in my hometown, Natchez MS to host The Self Love Retreat on Sunday, February 22, 2026, where it all started. It brings me great joy to host The Self Love Retreat in Houston TX, my second home where I reside, and in my hometown, my 1st home, Natchez MS.
Access Tickets to both Self Love Retreats are available on my website DrenaB.com/retreat along with Retail Vendor Space opportunities for female business owners who would like to have their business present at The Self Love Retreat.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’m a Business Woman and Self Love Advocate. I find joy in seeing people believe in themselves and overcome life challenges by applying Self Love to their lives. As a Business Woman, I have different things going on but what I love the most is the self love piece because this is where my life purpose lies.
I’m most proud of my mindset. The ability to overcome any life challenge that comes my way and it’s always a win in the end for me whether it’s a reward or a lesson.
I don’t really focus on what sets me part from others because we are all running our own life race. It’s never comparisons or competition for me.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
The quality or characteristics I feel are most important to my success are my relationship with God, the love and support from my family, friends, and those who have supported me on my business journey.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Drenab.com
- Instagram: https://Instagram.com/iamdrenab
- Facebook: https://Facebook.com/iamdrenab
Image Credits
Herman Ceasar Natchez MS
