Riding Life’s Waves, While Running a Business. What’s Helping Me.
These are bumpy times in my family and in the world, and I’ve had to think about how to manage my business amidst it all. Here’s what’s been helping me.
Balance and Work-life Harmony
Truth: There is nothing to fix about you. It’s just about allowing.
I find myself saying this truth to myself and others a lot. It’s been a good guidepost for choosing what to do. It means I’m not broken. I don’t have to squash myself to do things someone else’s way.
For instance I don’t need an extrovert mask to be successful
Career Guide for HSP Extroverts (HSE)
If you are a highly sensitive person (HSP) and an extrovert, a lot of general career guidance doesn’t quite fit. You might feel pulled (or pushed toward) more extrovert-oriented career roles, but the sensitive soul part of you needs more calming and spaciousness. It can feel confusing until you learn
My progress feels too slow.
So often I hear people struggling with progress taking longer than their brains think it should take. It can eat away at your self-worth.
I experience the “too slow” worries too, like how long it takes to write a new post or how long it takes to get a
Rebalancing my yin-yang energies as an HSP.
I got caught in an over-doing phase and not enough calming downtime balance to that. Autumn, as daylight shortens, is a good time for me to think about the yin-yang balance in my life. I have to pay attention here, especially as a highly sensitive person with old workaholic programming.
Right Effort: How much effort is enough to achieve the success we want?
Too much effort, and we can burn out. Too little, and we can sell out on our life purpose and get depressed. I’ve done both. Here’s how I think of Right Effort today in my work life.
Burnout prevention starting place (Been there. Please avoid.)
Going, going, and feeling stuck that way, year after year? 😰 Normal stress vs burnout potential. Burnout prevention starting place.
“Do I Have to Hustle to Be Successful in Business?” (There’s a calm way for business.)
You hear about side hustles or that you have to hustle to make it as an entrepreneur. It can be a turn off for introverts and HSPs. Hustle is NOT required. Here’s why the hustle idea is harmful, and what works better.
I explain my black swan logo as
Inspiring Introvert: Meet Ruby Maddox, Living Her Purpose, with Balance
Does it seem impossible to do meaningful work, make a living, and have a sense of balance too? Here’s an inspiring story of an introvert, Ruby Maddox, so you can picture it.
I’m Ignoring the “Shoulds” Today – It’s So Freeing. And More Productive.
I just caught myself before doing a networking thing on my calendar that was actually just a “should” and not a true choice. Good lesson learned by ignoring the “should” and doing what I wanted.
Unfulfilling Success: Looks Good on the Outside, But What About Your Heartache?
Unfulfilling success is a big heartache, often in secret. It leads to burnout. It’s so common. You’re not alone. Fulfillment IS possible. Explained here.
My View from 10 Years In as a Self-employed Coach. Feeling the Flow.
What it feels like 10 years in business as a self-employed coach. That flow feeling! Plus some key lessons. I didn’t know it would work in the beginning.
My Social Media Sabbatical: Nourishing My Mind, Body, and Soul.
I wrote this at the outset of a social media break and described all the amazing surprising benefits from that time off. Later I added the outcome.
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A Journey from SOLOpreneur 😕 to SOULpreneur 🥰
Solopreneur describes a one-person business, but that word can feel lonely and cold, and make you feel drained. SOULpreneur moves you into a better gear. Defined here.
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Is It Self-employment Induced ADD? (Focus Issues When You Work Alone)
When I was first working for myself, I thought I was losing my mind! It was so hard to focus. I discovered why + how to solve it. (Hint: introverted solopreneurs need co-workers too.)
Oh Those Beautiful Interruptions. Say Yes.
I’ve heard so many people being hard on themselves for not getting further along with their goals by a certain made-up date. Actually, it’s been mostly women who express this worry.
The Productivity We Crave Starts with Taking Breaks. (I have trouble with this.)
I can get so scattered when I need to concentrate, and I have trouble taking breaks, which I know are essential. I’m sharing my journey. Self-assessment included.
Addicted to Social Media, Anyone? Realities and Some Help.
Every year I go to a fun relaxed day of learning called Podcamp, where we learn from each other about the latest in social media.
Are You Rushing Around Like a Squirrel? (The Autumn Rush)
This seems to be the start of many conversations I’m having as Fall approaches…
Self-employment Ideas for Introverts: How to Work for Yourself
Self-employment can work well for introverts. Here are some of the best self-employed jobs for introverts, and tips to make it work best for introverts and HSPs. Tips for how to choose the right idea too.
