SELF-CARE SOCIAL™ MAY 17, 2026 | CHICAGO, IL | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN WELLNESS.
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Immerse yourself in self-love, self-care, and self-worth as you step into a beautifully curated space designed to help you slow down, breathe, and just be. Self-Care Social™ is your invitation to pause the hustle and prioritize yourself without guilt, pressure, or performance. It’s a space where you can exhale, be real, and remember what it feels like to be poured into, not pulled on.
Returning for its second year, Self-Care Social™ is a one-day immersive wellness experience created for a world that feels heavy and overstimulated. Whether you’re navigating burnout, a life transition, grief, or simply overdue for stillness, this is your safe, affirming place to release what’s heavy, reset your spirit, and reconnect with yourself.
YOUR SELF-CARE WELLNESS EXPERIENCE.
Step into an intentionally curated environment where self-worth, restoration, and joy take center stage.
As you enter, you're greeted by warmth...both in energy and design. Friendly faces. Soft music. The scent of calming oils in the air. You’ll check in, take a deep breath, and immediately feel the invitation to slow down.
From there, you’ll move through thoughtfully designed self-care zones, each one offering something different for your mind, body, and spirit. Maybe you’ll start at the Affirmation Mirror, grounding yourself in truth. Or find your way to the Journaling Nook, pen in hand, writing a letter to the version of you that’s still healing.
In the Collective Sigh Activation, you’ll exhale...on purpose. In the Rest, Sis. Lounge, you’ll sit down and stay a while. Panel conversations will pour into you like good tea: real, restorative, and nourishing in all the ways we need but rarely give ourselves permission to receive.
You’ll meet someone who understands you without you having to explain a thing. You’ll cry quietly or laugh loudly or sit still and feel it all. And all of it is welcome.
This is your moment to pause.
This is your reminder that you deserve care, too.
You’ll leave feeling lighter, seen, and more rooted than when you arrived.
Self-Care Social™ is a multi-sensory wellness experience designed to help you reconnect, reflect, and exhale.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
AFFIRMATION WALL
MINDFUL COLORING
Journaling Workshop
Self-Care Kits Bar
YOGA
Guided BREATHWORK
Breathwork
Sound Bath Healing
Mini Facials
Massages
Aromatherapy Bar
Bath Soak Bar
YOUR WELLNESS ESCAPE.
Tucked inside Chicago’s historic Ravenswood neighborhood, Artifact Events is where industrial soul meets intentional softness. 28,000 square feet of soaring timber beams, exposed brick walls, and floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light.Â
The moment you step inside, something shifts. You feel it in your body before your mind catches up, a soft grounding, like you’ve finally made it to a space that gets it. Warm hardwood floors ground you. Sunlight pours through the windows, casting gentle patterns across weathered brick. There's an easy flow between rooms, each one offering a different kind of refuge.
It’s bright. It’s open. It breathes.
Every room invites you to be present: to journal, to rest, to move, to take up space in your softness and your strength.
The enclosed Courtyard, framed by 25-foot antique stone columns, offers fresh air and quiet reflection when you need to step outside and just be.
For one day, this architectural gem becomes something sacred. It becomes a place where healing isn't rushed. Where the air holds room for breathwork and breakthrough. Where you can move freely or sit quietly in the hum of community. The space meets you where you are and holds what you carry.
The rooms glow from the collective warmth of people choosing to rest, reset, and return to themselves.
This is where you'll exhale on purpose. Where you'll move through self-care zones without rushing. Where the architecture itself seems to whisper: You're allowed to slow down here. You're safe to rest. You belong in this moment.
WELLNESS CONCIERGEÂ
Start here. Settle in. Let the healing begin.
From the moment you arrive, you'll be greeted by a dedicated Wellness Concierge team member who will take the time to understand where you are in this moment. We'll orient you to the full experience: where each self-care zone is located, what's offered in every room, the timing of panel discussions and guided sessions, and how to move through the space at your own rhythm. Think of us as your personal wellness guides for the day. We're here to answer every question, offer thoughtful recommendations, and help you craft a journey that honors exactly what your mind, body, and spirit are calling for.
You'll receive a curated overview of the day's offerings, suggested flow options based on your intentions, and insider tips on how to make the most of your time. Want to maximize relaxation? We'll map out a restorative path. Seeking connection and conversation? We'll show you where community gathers. Prefer to move intuitively and explore at your own pace? We'll give you the lay of the land and step back, checking in only when you need us.
This isn't a one-size-fits-all experience. You don't have to figure out where to start or navigate it alone. We're here to remove the guesswork, eliminate decision fatigue, and ensure you feel supported throughout your entire experience.
SELF-CARE ROOMS
Self-Care Pamper Suite
A serene retreat designed for guided breathwork, soft lighting, and moments of complete stillness. Step inside, leave the noise behind, and let your body and mind find their calm. A luxurious oasis offering mini-services that melt away tension. Think facials, massages, and gentle indulgences that leave you refreshed, renewed, and glowing.
Mindful Lounge
A colorful, creative space featuring mindful coloring, intention cards, and grounding rituals. This is where play meets presence and is perfect for centering your energy while engaging your senses.
Outdoor Zen Lounge
A thoughtfully curated space to rest, reflect, and reconnect. Equipped with comfortable seating, calming touches, and space for meaningful conversation, it’s a reset designed with you in mind.
VIP Rest & Reflection Suite
A cozy, light-filled space with gentle prompts, comfortable seating, and an atmosphere that encourages you to slow down and listen to your own thoughts. Here, every corner invites pause and perspective.
SELF-CARE MARKETPLACE
A soulfully curated shopping experience where every item tells a story and every scent invites a pause. Explore an intimate collection of artisan goods, calming aromas, and ritual-ready pieces crafted to nourish your everyday. Take your time, breathe it in, and discover something that speaks to your spirit, and your self-care shelf.
SELF-CARE IS TRANSFORMATIONAL
When you care for yourself with intention, everything shifts. Clarity sharpens. Creativity flows. Leadership deepens. At Self-Care Social, we’ve created space for you to step away from the noise and reconnect with what matters most...you.
When you’re well, everything you build thrives. That’s the transformation and it starts with one powerful decision: to put yourself back on the list.
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WELLNESS TALKS
Real, unfiltered conversations about rest, resilience, and redefining success with practitioners, creatives, and leaders who truly get it. Each session is a space to drop the mask, share honestly, and leave with tools that help you live and lead from a place of wholeness.
Heavy on the Healing: Mind Full or Mindful? Unpacking the Mental Load
Rest. Burnout Isn’t a Badge
The Weight We Don’t Talk About: Fatherhood, Finances & the Fight for Peace
WTF, Perimenopause!?
TESTIMONIES OF TRANSFORMATION.
I really enjoyed the tone of the Self- Care Social day. I was able to just flow and organically network. I gained new customers and even had an impromptu photoshoot. What a zen day!
- TREEMY C
I truly enjoyed myself. I am not one to practice self care but it was awesome to get away from home, network with other entrepreneurs, no mess no stress. Truly a Zen environment. Very relaxing and I'm excited.
- KEIONA WRIGHT
This year’s Self-Care Social was everything that I needed to get back up and going. My business took a hiatus due to the pandemic and I lost my momentum, but attending this event helped me to remember why I started.Â
- MARQUITA FERGUSON
We loved the Self-Care Social. I felt refreshed and optimistic after the event. Great networking in a cool environment.
- KATHY HARVEY
VIP EXPERIENCE
Your self-care deserves first-class treatment. The Self-Care Social™ VIP Experience is your all-access pass to premium perks, exclusive spaces, and intentional touches designed to make your day even more restorative, inspiring, and unforgettable.
Your VIP Day Includes:
- Build Your Own Self-Care Kit Bar – Hand-pick wellness items to create a custom kit you’ll take home.
- DIY Bath Soak Bar – Blend salts, herbs, and essential oils for a personalized relaxation soak.
- Private Yoga Session – Gentle, grounding flow before the main programming begins.
- Guided Journal Workshop – Interactive session to explore reflection prompts and self-care writing techniques.
- Self-Care Social™ Branded Journal – Premium journal to continue your practice at home.
Priority VIP Panel Seating – Reserved front-row access for all panel discussions.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE.
GENERAL ADMISSION
$30Â
Pricing increase to $35 on November 5, 2025
Your Ticket Includes:
- Full access to the Self-Care Social™ experience, including all lounges, panels, and activations
- Entry to our curated wellness marketplace
- Participation in select creative and reflection activities
- Connection with an inspiring community of people committed to rest, release, and renewal
Secure your ticket now before prices increase on October 1.
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Secure Your Positive VibesVIP EXPERIENCE
$85Â
Pricing increase to $95 on January 1, 2026
Your Ticket Includes Everything in General Admission Plus:
- Create Your Own Self-Care Kit
- Custom Bath Soak Experience
- Guided Journaling Session
- Keepsake Journal
- Yoga Session
- Priority VIP Seating
- + More VIP surprises!
VIP is limited and will sell out before October 1. Don’t wait.
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THE REVIEWS ARE IN
GYNA MCELWEE
PHOENIX REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS
Self-Care Social was the highlight of my week and a fabulous way to start my week. Amazing people and a fabulous host and organizer. Thank you, Latoya!
JAMELIA AMOR
AMOR FOUNDATION
Self Care Social was a perfect way to enjoy outside, spa like activities, and social time with the girls! Games, conversation, reflection, and set ups was beautiful to see! Great way to meet new entrepreneurs with the pressure. Grab your friends and be there for the next one!
PAST SPONSORS & PARTNERS
PARTNER WITH US.
If you believe your brand aligns with the spirit of Self-Care Social™, we’d love to hear from you.
This experience is designed to offer intentional rest, reconnection, and real support for people navigating stress, burnout, and life transitions. We're partnering with brands and creators who understand the impact of creating space for care and want to be part of that.
Whether you’d like to contribute through sponsorship, vending, volunteering, or media coverage, there’s space to show up in a way that’s meaningful and mutually impactful.
MEET YOUR HOST
Hey there! I’m Latoya Shanell, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, wife, mommy to two little girls, and a bonus mom to a college-aged son. I’m the CEO of L’ Shanell + Co., an event management and marketing agency. We specialize in business and brand event management, marketing, consulting, and gifting.
In addition to my agency, I also manage a lifestyle apparel brand, Culture Boss, four Etsy shops, and multiple brands like Event Pros Unplugged, I Am Chicago Fashion, and L’ Shanell Boss Round Table. Like many of you, I juggle a lot and often prioritize others before myself. But I’ve learned that we can’t pour from an empty cup.
Self-care, stillness, and surrounding yourself with the right community are key to leveling up, not just in business, but in life. That’s why I created this event. I believe being surrounded by a supportive community of small business owners who truly get the ups and downs of entrepreneurship is essential to reaching new levels of success.
This event is your chance to slow down, reconnect, and invest in your own well-being, because you deserve it.
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