If you’ve found yourself here at The Evolution Society®, chances are you’re seeking a solution to the all-too-familiar feelings of burnout, exhaustion, disconnection, and a lack of presence in your life. I, too, have traveled that same path, searching for the tools to reclaim my personal power, protect my energy, and once again be fully present for myself and those who matter most.

Welcome, You Belong Here!

Like you, I understand the struggles and the longing for a community where others can relate and share in the journey toward self-care, reclaiming your personal power, protecting your energy, and being present in your life. That’s why I created The Evolution Society®. A place where salon industry service providers can walk this path together, armed with the tools and support needed to move from burnout and overwhelm to a place of personal empowerment, energy protection, and mindful presence.

Hi, I’m Apryl! Founder and CEO of The Evolution Society®.

​My favorite roles are a coffee-loving hockey mom, wife, and salon studio owner/stylist who lives for warm sunshine, dancing, laughter, encouraging others, and finding joy in the journey.

I’m a small-town girl with eyes lit by big city lights. At a young age, I caught the performance bug. I grew up as a dancer performing on hundreds of stages in front of thousands, destined for a life of self-expression. Through the art of dance and experiences that came before me growing up, I developed the gifts of strength and confidence in group settings.

My passion quickly changed from dance when I was introduced to the world of cosmetology.

Playing dress up all day, sharing my talent with others, visiting like I’m having coffee dates with friends all day, and developing friendships that have lasted through the years; YES, PLEASE! I can never express my gratitude for the opportunities this industry has given me.

As a platform artist, I had the privilege of sharing the stage with other incredible artists. As a National Artistic Trainer, I traveled alongside renowned industry influencers, educating stylists and engaging in on-site work nationwide.

A few memorable experiences include training at Vidal Sassoon’s advanced academy in London, serving as the exclusive hair and makeup artist for a local television production, owning a rental salon for a decade, and presently, I continue to work behind the chair while proudly owning a salon studio suite.

The choice to become a part of this industry was easy; what came after was the challenging part you will not find within our educational system.

I’m speaking of the days when you hear about a client’s mom diagnosed with cancer, then next, the mom whose kiddo is experiencing bullying at school. Your third client is a new bride expecting their first child, followed by one running behind because they couldn’t get off their conference call, making you behind for the next client preventing you from taking any time for yourself.

Unfortunately, we experience this often, leading to long days of exhaustion without the tools to compartmentalize (as the therapy world calls it).

Not necessarily from the work behind the chair but the mental and emotional toll of conversations that had taken place throughout the day.

As an empath and recovering co-dependent people pleaser, I’m a master at absorbing the feelings of others. Can you relate to this? I tend to want to help everyone I encounter, but this tendency hasn’t benefited my well-being. Empathy is ingrained in me! This behavior played out behind the chair as I listened to my clients’ struggles. I absorbed every word and unintentionally carried their stories.

Years later, I finally learned that I could only help myself.

Now, let’s address the matter of caring for our bodies. Have you observed a change in your body, experiencing daily aches and pains while serving others?

The impact of my work behind the chair became apparent over the years. Standing all day and not taking the appropriate breaks, combined with other industry-caused ailments like the widespread challenge of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome among stylists, adds difficulty to our days, leading to pain and weakness.

In addition, I had two back surgeries early on in my career. Doctors recommended working in a controlled environment for only six hours a day. No double booking, which prompted me to prioritize working “Smarter, not Harder.” Many of us are not taught this within our education system.​

WHAT??!! All I know is double booking and catering to client schedules!

No double booking, no extended hours, and no staying late. Although this has been an industry standard, its consequences on our bodies were not fully understood. Coming from the same generation, many of you are conditioned by this belief: long days and packing in appointments. In hindsight, that mindset wasn’t as innovative as it seemed. I contemplated what might come next. In doing so, I realized this may not be the final career I retire from.

Unfortunately, my days behind the chair are numbered. What I do know is that this industry is my community; you are all my people. I want to share the experiences that have brought me to where I am today. I believe I hold the secret sauce to help prevent much of the emotional, mental, and physical strain from happening to YOU!

At this moment in my career, The Evolution Society® was born.

As active service industry professionals, no one gave us the proper training to handle what comes our way each day behind the chair. They offer education in technical and business skills. Severely lacking mental, emotional, and physical wellness training.

The four pillars within the Self-Care Behind The Chair® Method 

Boundaries, Mindset Shifts, Self-Care Strategies, and Communication Skills

make up the foundation for our career. This explains why we have a high burnout rate and industry-wide overwhelm. Also, the main reason many of us suffer from compassion fatigue, unaware of why we feel the way we do. We lack tactical tools and training that, until now, have not been an area of focus.

Our mission at The Evolution Society® is to provide YOU, the salon industry service provider, with tools and strategies you can execute in both your personal and professional life. You can prevent these symptoms from taking away your personal power, your energy, and being present in your life for yourself and those that matter most.

I believe there is a misconception about the complexity of our chosen career path.

We deserve credit for the exposure we endure day in and day out as salon industry service providers. For years, I have said the day we receive our certificate of licensure to display for all to see, it doubles as a therapy or counseling degree without the proper educational backing.

After much thought about what is next for my journey, I discovered one other passion. One that would continue my journey in our incredible industry. Utilizing all of the characteristics that have given me the ability to be in my role for 26+ years. I would again become an industry educator.

This time, it will look a little different by adding the roles of industry advocate and mentor. We are driven to create a strong community. Serving others by bringing awareness to the missing pillars from the foundation of our educational system.

The Evolution Society® has been a lifetime in the making.

Within The Evolution Society, you’ll find a cohesive and supportive community dedicated to embodying our shared values. Together, we will explore and implement strategies to prevent burnout, cultivate resilience, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize self-care.

Join us in this transformative journey as we revolutionize our lives and careers. Paving the way for a future where we thrive as stylists and find harmony in every aspect of our lives.

Welcome to The Evolution Society®, where personal and professional growth goes hand in hand. Revolutionizing the Salon Industry, one conversation at a time!

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Ready to start? Download our Free Guide, “The Self-Care Behind The Chair Checklist” to evaluate if you are experiencing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue. Preventing you from being present in your life and for those that matter most!

WITH GRATITUDE AND GRACE

-Apryl