We recently had the chance to connect with Tiffany Critton and have shared our conversation below.
Tiffany, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What do the first 90 minutes of your day look like?
I begin my day by sitting in silence, meditating, expressing gratitude, and journaling. Early morning silence allows me to clear my mind and connect with my emotions. By doing this, I’m able to mentally prepare myself for whatever may come my way. It also allows me to set my intentions for the day so I can have a clear sense of directions. Once my intentions have been set, I listen for messages and guidance from the universe. I then begin to express gratitude for everyday basic things that we normally take for granted. Lastly, I journal about how I’m feeling in that very moment or my daily goals for that day.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I have been making ice cream for over 7 years. I have been making pies and cakes since I was a little girl watching my grandmother in the kitchen baking. What makes my ice cream so special is my ice cream is handmade in small batches with real ingredients. All my sherbet’s are made with fresh fruit. I don’t believe in artificial flavors, mystery ingredients, or shortcuts. If I can’t pronounce it, I don’t use it, lol. I love experimenting with different flavors you would never expect in ice cream. Since my last interview, I added a few new flavors, such as strawberry lemonade, Pina colada, creamsicle, cotton candy, and Reese’s cheesecake. Right now, I am working on creating different flavors of pound cakes to match my ice cream flavors. So far, I have Pina colada pound cake, banana pudding pound cake, pineapple pound cake and strawberry lemonade pound cake. There are many more flavors of pound cakes coming soon.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What relationship most shaped how you see yourself?
The person I am today is definitely due to my maternal grandmother. She shaped me not only in the sense of my ability to create recipes from scratch, but also in the sense of who I am internally. Observing her generous heart and watching her give with no expectation of return has shaped my character, morals and values. She has consistently held the belief in acting according to what is right, just as I do. I remain authentic to my character in every circumstance and with every individual. I would not extend greater courtesy to a CEO than I would to a homeless individual. Every person deserves equal respect, irrespective of their circumstances. She extended a helping hand to anyone in need. Her house was open to everyone and she fed everyone who came there. I didn’t realize this until a few years ago that I was the same way. My house was open to anyone and I was always in the kitchen cooking.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Exercise patience. Events will unfold at the appropriate time. Every challenge or difficult circumstance you have encountered has occurred for your benefit, not as a punishment. You may not comprehend this until 15-20 years later, but every storm ultimately leads to sunshine and rainbows thereafter. I don’t have any regrets. In every circumstance where I believed it was the end of the world and questioned why such events were occurring to me, I have acquired significant insights and have developed from the suffering experienced. It is important to remember that all things are interconnected.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
By relying solely on books and data for answers. Intelligence does not necessarily translate to wisdom. Individuals with high intelligence often face challenges in understanding themselves. One cannot gain self-knowledge solely through reading. Regardless of the degree of success, it is never sufficient. Individuals are perpetually striving to reach the next level of greater accomplishment, as they do not experience genuine happiness within. Intelligent individuals often think that their happiness is contingent upon their degree of success. Not all solutions can be found in literature or on electronic devices. The most genuine answers originate from within oneself.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If you laid down your name, role, and possessions—what would remain?
The true essence of my existence. My spirit, principles, integrity, and inner tranquility would continue to persist. I own minimal material belongings. I stay rooted by engaging with nature. My bond with my higher self enables me to express my most genuine self. I would continue to be the same person whether I have a lot or very little.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://icecreamsg.net/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icecreamsogood813/
Image Credits
All are my photos from events I took with my phone or my team phone
