In this episode of Wise Practice, Whitney Owens and Jane Carter discuss the concept of mindset and its impact on therapy practice owners. You don’t have to drink the bad Kool-Aid.

Running a Therapy Office will Bring up Fears

Carter emphasizes that starting and running a business will bring up all your fears, stories, assumptions about yourself, shame, and other related issues. Therefore, business owners must work on their mindset and figure out how to manage these problems. Carter suggests that business owners should see their practices as a place to grow, work through their issues, fulfill their potential, and discover their purpose. The advice is that having a positive mindset is crucial for success, but it's important to be aware of negative mindsets that can lead to unhealthy patterns or behaviors, such as drinking the "bad" Kool-Aid.

Business Challenges Refine Us

Carter and Owens believe that God uses the challenges and obstacles of running a business to refine us and make us new. Business owners can see their struggles and triumphs as a chance to grow and shape who they are. "There is nothing like starting and running a business to make all your stuff come up." However, Carter warns that it's also possible to become more entrenched in old ways of thinking or even go down some unfortunate paths in business.

Use Self-Reflection and Self-Awareness in Managing Mindset

The episode emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and awareness in managing mindset. Carter suggests that practice owners should reflect on who they want to be in their business and in life. "When my stuff comes up, can I see that as a gift from God?" Business owners must understand that their mindset shapes their decisions and actions. Therefore, they should seek help, build supportive relationships, and surround themselves with individuals who share similar goals and values.

In conclusion, the episode highlights that mindset plays a significant role in the success of therapy practice owners. It's crucial to reflect on oneself, manage negative thoughts and feelings, and focus on personal and business growth. "If you go in with your eyes open, knowing...this is one arena where God could impact who I am and where I could grow in the ways I wanna grow." By doing so, practice owners can build a thriving and fulfilling practice that aligns with their goals and values.

Links and Resources

• Simplifies SEO Consulting Global Marketing Experience Cruise, July 2023

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• Whitney Owens on Instagram

• Visit Whitney Owens Consulting

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