In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, host Heather Lahtinen and her friend Michelle Crandall talk about running a business while dealing with anxiety. Heather shares her experiences as a photographer and entrepreneur, while Michelle gives tips on managing anxious thoughts. They discuss how to reframe anxiety, understand cognitive distortions, and use strategies to overcome them. This episode provides helpful advice for turning anxiety into empowerment and navigating the challenges of being an entrepreneur.


Show Notes:


• Techniques for recognizing and addressing anxious thoughts.
• Impact of anxiety on running a business.
• Importance of mindset shifts in managing anxiety and business challenges.
• Personal stories about medication's effectiveness.
• Reducing stigma around mental health and seeking help.
• The Eight Cognitive Distortions: labeling and judging, black-and-white thinking, overgeneralization, mind reading, personalization, catastrophizing, should statements, emotional reasoning.
• Strategies for challenging and reframing anxious thoughts.


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Heather Lahtinen: Website, Facebook, Instagram Michelle Crandall: https://www.petsinfocusphoto.com/