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What To Do If You Wake Up Feeling Anxious
Jun 05, 2024
Understanding Morning Anxiety
That dreaded morning anxiety, where you wake up with your heart pounding and mind racing, can feel like the captain of the stress express has taken control. It’s something I’ve battled with and learned to manage. I discovered that this anxiety is often a symptom of a dysregulated nervous system—a signal that your body needs care.
Recognizing Anxiety as a Signal
Instead of viewing anxiety as a problem, recognize it as a message from your nervous system. This shift in perspective helps you address the root cause rather than just the symptoms. Anxiety often whispers to us through physical sensations. We can address the underlying issues by tuning into these subtle signals before they escalate.
Tools to Manage Anxiety
Here are some practical steps to manage morning anxiety:
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Shift Your Language: Instead of saying "I am anxious," say "I am feeling anxious." This small change creates a separation between your identity and feelings, allowing...
Stop The Slouch: 5 Sneaky Ways Weak Posture Is Stealing Your Vitality
May 15, 2024
The Importance of Having a Proper Posture
In our fast-paced, digital age, we often find ourselves glued to our screens for hours on end. Whether working at a desk, scrolling through our phones, or even just sitting back and relaxing, it’s easy to neglect our posture. But good posture is about more than just looking confident or standing tall—it plays a significant role in our overall health and well-being. Here's why maintaining proper posture is so important:
1. Reduces Risk of Pain and Injury Poor posture can lead to chronic pain, particularly in the back, neck, and shoulders. Misalignment can place unnecessary stress on the spine and muscles, increasing the risk of strains and injuries. Maintaining a neutral spine and sitting or standing properly can prevent these issues.
2. Improves Breathing and Circulation When you stand or sit up straight, your lungs and diaphragm have more room to expand, allowing you to take in more oxygen with each breath. Improved circulation...
Embracing Your Magic: Tools For Self Love From A Peacock
May 15, 2024
In nature, few sights are as captivating as the vibrant display of a peacock's feathers. This majestic bird is known for its extravagant tail, adorned with an array of dazzling colors that captivate onlookers and leave a lasting impression. But beyond its aesthetic appeal, the peacock's display holds a profound lesson for us about self-love and acceptance.
The Beauty of Being Bold
The peacock's tail is a celebration of boldness. Each feather is a burst of brilliant blues, greens, and golds that shimmer in the sunlight. Similarly, self-love involves embracing our true colors and shining confidently in our uniqueness. When we allow ourselves to be seen for who we are, without fear or reservation, we radiate an inner light that attracts positivity and admiration.
Recognizing Intrinsic Worth
The peacock's vibrant display is not only a show of beauty but also a symbol of its intrinsic worth. The bird knows its value and showcases its splendor without hesitation. In the same way, self-love...
Why Is It So Hard to Celebrate Yourself?
May 15, 2024
The Challenge of Celebrating Yourself: Navigating the Path to Self-Acknowledgment
In a world that often celebrates achievements and milestones, it seems paradoxical that many struggle with the simple act of celebrating themselves. Yet, the truth is, self-celebration can be one of the most challenging endeavors we undertake. Why is it so difficult to pat ourselves on the back and revel in our own successes?
Firstly, societal norms play a significant role. We're often taught humility from a young age, which can sometimes translate into downplaying our accomplishments. We fear being seen as boastful or arrogant if we openly acknowledge our triumphs. This cultural conditioning can lead to a reluctance to shine a spotlight on ourselves, even when we've worked hard and achieved something meaningful.
Moreover, self-doubt and imposter syndrome frequently rear their heads. Despite external validation or tangible evidence of success, we may still harbor inner doubts about our abilities and...
3 Reasons Morning Routines Are Great For You & Your Business
Apr 24, 2024
In a world where hustle culture reigns supreme, it's easy to forget the importance of self-care. But here's a secret: your morning routine might just be the game-changer your business needs.
Join us as we dive into the magical world of morning rituals and discover why they're not just a luxury, but a necessity for every entrepreneur.
Here's what you'll uncover in this episode of the Purposeful Powerhouse podcast:
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Boost Your Productivity: Did you know that a well-crafted morning routine can supercharge your productivity by up to 72%? We'll show you how to harness this incredible ROI to tackle your to-do list with ease and efficiency.
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Live with Intention: Say goodbye to drifting through your days on autopilot. Morning routines empower you to seize each moment with purpose and intention, allowing you to show up as your best and brightest self in both life and business.
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Navigate Stress Like a Pro: In a world where burnout and stress levels are skyrocketing, your morning routine...
Launch Rollercoaster Resilience For Online Entrepreneurs
Feb 21, 2024
Are you feeling the rollercoaster ride of emotions during your business launches? The stress and anxiety can skyrocket if we're not mindful of our emotional well-being.
In today’s episode of the Purposeful Powerhouse Podcast, we're delving into a candid conversation about the emotional highs and lows that online entrepreneurs experience during launch or promo periods.
Want to avoid the crash after your cart closes in your next launch? Then hit play and discover:
- The 3 common mistakes that many Worn-Out Entrepreneurs make that can exacerbate the stress
- Factors contributing to the emotional rollercoaster and how to navigate them
- The powerful mindset shift adopted by every Purposeful Powerhouse CEO
Tune in to gain invaluable insights and strategies for a smoother, more successful launch experience.
10 (Not So) Sneaky Launch Sabotagers (& How to Fix Them!)
Feb 14, 2024
Are you an entrepreneur about to launch a new product or service, but feeling overwhelmed by stress and doubt? You're definitely not alone!
Many of us fall into the trap of self-sabotage without even realizing it, especially during the critical launch phase.
But how much would you love to be able to easily identify these old outdated patterns and break free from the cycle of doubt and fear?
Discover how to identify and break free from self-sabotaging patterns with practical tools used by successful CEOs in this new episode of the Purposeful Powerhouse Podcast
This episode will help you learn to decrease anxiety, boost productivity, and achieve success with ease! In this episode, we delve into practical strategies to help you navigate the complexities of launching and overcome self-sabotage.
Here's what we'll cover:
- Mindful Identification And Awareness: Learn to become mindful of your possible self-sabotaging patterns to break free from doubt and fear.
- Stress Management...
The Art of Bounce-Back-Ability: 4 Loving Lessons in Resilience
Jan 29, 2024
The call them "life changing experiences" for a reason don't they? Those moments that shake us to our core and potentially change the very fabric of who we are.
Interestingly, those are the moment in which we both need and develop resiliency.
While others define it as your ability to handle a challenge, in my book The Warrior's Journey: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Entrepreneur I propose a new definition: bounce-back-ability!
The fine, but not so delicate art of picking yourself up, dusting yourself off, and continuing on.
Let's be real: life and entrepreneurship certainly give us A LOT of these!
From the stress of all the technology, to attracting new leads, running launches, serving your clients the to-do list can feel like its never ending.
Especially for solopreneurs or those of us with small (but mighty and growing) teams, it's incredibly important to learn how to:
Connect With Other Like Minded Entrepreneurs: Having a support system of people around...
Boost Your Productivity By 72% With This Tool Used By The Most Successful Entrepreneurs
Jan 17, 2024
72% is a VERY significant increase in anything especially when it directly impacts your success, health, and happiness!
So what is this potent game changer? Exercise in the morning!!
Not only does it rev up your metabolism, spark your energy, and leave you feeling all sorts of strong and powerful but it helps you show up vibrantly and fully in your business.
That is if you make it part of your meaningful morning routine (find out what that is here)
Morning routines are a staple for some business giants including Oprah Winfrey and Tony Robbins for a good reason: they work!
They're shown to:
- Boost your mood and get you tapped into joy
- Connect you to your vision and help you take aligned action
- Help you show up intentionally from a place of purpose and clarity
Ready to make your morning routine more impactful and meaningful? Listen to this new episode of the Purposeful Powerhouse Podcast that will help you do just that!
Taking Control of Your Energy and Mind: The 3 Pillars to Being a Purposeful Powerhouse
Jan 17, 2024
Have you ever wondered why some business owners seem to have it all together and success flowing on autopilot?
I certainly did. I struggled for a long time, trying every strategy, hoping all over the place with my offers, not really sure what I was doing. I was the burnt out, exhausted epitome of what I now call "The Worn Out Entrepreneur".
That is until I uncovered 3 questions that hands down absolutely changed my life! I dive deep into these in my podcast episode Taking Control of Your Energy and Mind: The 3 Pillars to Being a Purposeful Powerhouse which you can listen to here.
But here's a run down them if you're ready to get off the stress express and become the Purposeful Powerhouse CEO that you truly are:
Question 1: What Are You No Longer Available For?
You've got to know what you're ready to leave behind before you can actually do so. Gently explore what thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and actions you are committing to stopping. Make a list and go into...