Ever found yourself surrounded by wagging tails and soothing purrs, yet feeling a bit like a lone wolf in the world of pet entrepreneurship? It's like being in a room filled with adorable companions, yet the business journey can be surprisingly solitary.

In this episode of "Bella in Your Business: Pet Industry Business Podcast,"  we continue our discussion on isolation and its impact on business owners. Today, I want to share with you some practical tips and personal insights that can help you combat isolation and thrive in your entrepreneurial journey.

First and foremost, it's crucial to prioritize personal growth. As business owners, we often get caught up in the day-to-day operations and forget to invest in ourselves. But by taking the time to learn and develop new skills, we can break free from old patterns and beliefs that may be holding us back.

So, if you're a business owner feeling isolated, I highly recommend giving this podcast episode a listen. It's packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you overcome isolation and thrive in both your personal and professional life.

Topics & Key Points:

The reality of isolation

The consequences of isolation, such as depression and poor decision-making

Taking action against isolation

The power of relationships

The importance of how we handle our thoughts and feelings

Support and resources to Jumpers to help combat isolation

You're not alone

Timestamps:

[02:15] - The causes of isolation

[06:10] - The impact of isolation on business owners

[08:31] - Strategies to overcome isolation

[10:41] - Dancing for energy and creativity

[12:51] - Conscious effort to cultivate relationships

[15:59] - Different types of relationships

[21:02] - Taking control of your thoughts and feelings

[22:04] - Reaching out for support

[23:07] - Sending love and support during the holiday season

Notable Quotes:

[00:07:08] "Something I've learned this year is that our feelings are not facts. And, you know, you might feel a certain way, but feelings are temporary.”

[00:07:35] "Isolation means fewer new ideas and less energy. The individual may lose motivation and have trouble envisioning goals."

[00:10:19] "Taking time off and having new experiences. This is a really great time of year to do that, even if it's just for a night or a day or a weekend."

[21:00] "It's what we do with those feelings that matter. And so I ask you today, what are you going to do that's going to change the course of your life and make you more in charge of your life and your thoughts and your feelings?"

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Transcript:

Welcome to another episode of Bella in Your Business. My name is Bella Vasta. And today, we are going to continue talking about isolation. It's a pretty big topic that I have, it's been placed on my heart because so many times I've been talking to people. And I've been hearing this theme, reoccurring, and you know, this is my chance just to be in your ear and talk to you, I don't take it lightly. I honor and cherish the moments that I get to sit here and speak to you. Even though I don't get to see all of you who download it every week, which is typically over 1000 people.