{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Empowering Change One Outfit at a Time with Rachel Gallagher","description":"Sustainable fashion isn\u2019t just a trend,  it\u2019s a movement.  In this inspiring episode, pageant queen and founder of About Your Clothes, Rachel Gallagher, shares how she turned a passion for education and modelling into a business that empowers people to rethink their wardrobe and their impact on the planet. Start Small, Think Big Changing the world doesn\u2019t always start with grand gestures. Sometimes, it begins with your own wardrobe. Choosing secondhand, repairing instead of replacing, learning before buying,  these are quiet acts of resistance against a fast fashion culture that profits from waste. The truth is, small sustainable actions add up. They shift demand, spark conversations, and remind others that mindful choices matter. So if you\u2019ve ever wondered whether one decision can make a difference, the answer is yes,  especially when multiplied across communities. Lead Where You Are Leadership isn\u2019t reserved for those with titles or massive platforms. It begins the moment you choose to act with intention. You don\u2019t need to be running a company or speaking on stages to lead change; you can do it in your household, friendship circle, or community group. By sharing knowledge, living your values, and inviting others to think differently, you create a ripple effect Every thoughtful choice becomes a form of advocacy,  and that\u2019s the kind of leadership the world needs more of. Purpose Over Perfection You don\u2019t need all the answers before you begin. What you need is a willingness to care, to learn, and to take action anyway. The pressure to \u201cget it right\u201d often stops people from getting started. But movements aren\u2019t built on perfection; they\u2019re built on progress. Sustainable change doesn\u2019t happen overnight. It\u2019s shaped by curiosity, experimentation, and the courage to keep going even when things feel unclear. Give yourself permission to build something meaningful without having it all mapped out. Purpose is your foundation,  perfection isn\u2019t. Curiosity Creates Change The most powerful shifts often begin with a question. Where do my clothes come from? Who made them? What impact does my buying choice have? These questions may seem small, but they\u2019re the gateway to greater awareness and action. When we stay curious,  not judgmental,  we create space for learning, growth, and transformation. Sustainability isn\u2019t about shame. It\u2019s about understanding our role in a bigger system and using that knowledge to create better outcomes,  for people, for the planet, and for future generations. Highlights 00:00 \u2013 Meet Rachel Gallagher: Teacher, model, founder, advocate 01:00 \u2013 Combining creativity, education, and purpose in business 02:45 \u2013 How the modelling industry exposed fashion\u2019s impact 04:00 \u2013 What sustainable fashion really means 05:15 \u2013 Becoming a community leader, not just a founder 06:30 \u2013 The ripple effect of education and conscious choices 07:50 \u2013 Building workshops that empower change 09:00 \u2013 Balancing purpose with practicality 10:15 \u2013 The joy of thrifting and everyday sustainability 11:40 \u2013 Hosting global workshops with the UN 13:00 \u2013 Why curiosity was the catalyst for About Your Clothes 14:10 \u2013 How to take your first step into sustainable fashion Resources Mentioned in the Episode About Your Clothes ","author_name":"The Youngprenuers Society Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/598535","html":"