Navigating Indecision - A Guide for Business Owners

Have you ever spent hours agonizing over a business decision, only to end up right where you started? This episode explores the challenges of decision-making for entrepreneurs. We discuss:

- Why business owners often face more difficult decisions than others

- The impact of overwhelm and decision fatigue on your ability to choose

- Common causes of indecisiveness

- Practical strategies to overcome indecision

We'll examine various approaches to improve decision-making skills and maintain your mental well-being as a business owner.

If you've ever found yourself paralyzed by choices in your business or questioned your ability to make sound decisions, this episode is for you.

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/business-indecision-what-to-do-when-you-cant-make-a-decision/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

Rethinking Stress - A New Approach for Women Entrepreneurs

Do you find yourself always on the look-out for new ways to manage the never-ending stress of entrepreneurship? This episode explores a paradigm shift in how women entrepreneurs can approach stress. We discuss:

- Why traditional stress management techniques might not be the answer

- How changing your mindset about stress can improve your business performance

- Practical strategies for reframing stressful situations

It's not stress itself, but how we think about and respond to it, that determines its impact on our health and mindset.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of entrepreneurship and wondered if there's a better way to handle stress, this episode is for you.

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/a-mindset-shift-that-relieves-stress/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

"Productive but Panicking" - Navigating High-Functioning Anxiety as an Entrepreneur

You know that feeling when you're crushing your to-do list, meeting every deadline, and looking like you've got it all together... but inside, your mind is racing a million miles an hour? That's the topic for today: high-functioning anxiety in business.

In this episode, I'll share:

1. How to recognize if your "productive stress" might actually be high-functioning anxiety

2. Practical tools to manage anxiety without sacrificing your drive

3. Why validating your emotions (yes, even the uncomfortable ones) is crucial for your mental health and business success

If you've ever answered another "How are you?" with "Busy!" while your insides are doing somersaults, this episode is for you. 

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/12-signs-of-high-functioning-anxiety-how-to-deal-with-it/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

 "Is It Just Me?" - The Hidden Mental Health Challenges of Entrepreneurship

Today's topic is close to my heart and probably closer to your daily life than you might realize: the mental health rollercoaster of entrepreneurship.

You know those days when you're on top of the world one minute, thinking "This is why I do this!" and then suddenly you're ready to burn it all down? Yeah, we're going to talk about that.

In this episode, I talk about:

- The common ups and downs of being an entrepreneur (spoiler: business ownership is not always Instagram-worthy)

- The hidden factors that make our mental health journey unique (hint: it's not just about stress management)

- Why feeling like you "can't cope like you used to" doesn't mean you're failing

Remember, if you've ever felt like you're the only one struggling, or wondered if there's something "wrong" with you for finding this entrepreneur gig tough sometimes, this episode is here to remind you: other business owners feel this way, and there's nothing wrong with you.

If you've ever had a day where you felt like a boss one minutes and a disaster the next, this episode is for you. 

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/entrepreneur-mental-health-7-challenges/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

"Shut Off Your Brain!" - An Entrepreneur's Guide to Actually Sleeping

If you're a night owls or a sleepless entrepreneur, today's episode is for you. I'm talking about something topic that's kept me up nights: how to actually get some sleep when your brain refuses to power down.

As business owners, our minds are our superpowers. But sometimes, that superpower goes into overdrive, leaving us staring at the ceiling at 2 AM, wondering, "Why can't I sleep even though I'm exhausted?!"

In this episode, I'm sharing:

My personal struggles with insomnia and what I did about it (spoiler alert: I've tried counting sheep, and it doesn't work)

Why telling yourself to "just relax" is about as effective as telling a cat to fetch

Practical, science-backed strategies that can helped you tame your restless mind

We'll explore some game-changing concepts like:

The body's relaxation response (and how to hack it)

Why consistency is key (even on weekends - I know, I'm sorry!)

Sleep hygiene tips that actually work (and don't require you to become a completely different person)

We can't actually "shut off" our brains (they're kind of essential for the whole being alive thing), but we can learn to work with them instead of against them.

So if you've ever found yourself doom-scrolling at midnight or solving business problems in your dreams, this episode is for you.

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/mind-racing-how-to-shut-off-your-brain-so-you-can-sleep/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

"I Can't Do This Anymore" - Navigating Entrepreneur Burnout

In today's episode, I'm getting real about something we all face but rarely talk about: those moments when we feel like we just can't handle being an entrepreneur anymore.

You know those days - when a contractor quits unexpectedly, you're working around the clock, your kid gets sick right before an important meeting, or a big client jumps ship. I've been there, and as you know, it's rough.

In this episode, I'm opening up about:

My personal experiences with entrepreneurial burnout (yes, I have those "I want to burn it all down" moments!)

Why it's totally normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes (hint: it's not just you)

Practical strategies you can use to get through those "I can't do this anymore" phases

I'll dive into some eye-opening questions we can ask ourselves when we're at our wit's end.

Plus, I'll share some gentle reminders.

Remember, acknowledging that you're struggling isn't a sign of weakness - it's the first step to reclaiming your power as a business owner.

If you've ever felt like you're on an emotional rollercoaster (and let's face it, who hasn't?), this episode is for you. 

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/what-to-do-when-you-cant-handle-life-as-an-entrepreneur-anymore/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

Financial Abuse and Entrepreneurship: Breaking the Silence

Today I'm talking about a topic that's personal to me and probably affects more of us than we realize: financial abuse and its impact on entrepreneurship. 

I've walked this path myself. I co-signed a loan I didn't want to, worked throughout a challenging pregnancy while my then-husband refused to get a job, and constantly was blamed for "spending all our money." Does any of this sound familiar? 

In this episode, I'm shedding light on financial abuse. What it looks like, how it affects our mindset, and most importantly, how you can heal and flourish as a business owner after experiencing financial abuse.

I'll be talking about:

The subtle ways financial abuse seeps into relationships (hint: it's not always obvious!)

How being a survivor influences us as entrepreneurs (think trust issues and scarcity mindset)

Honest talk about rebuilding our financial confidence and overcoming self-doubt

Remember, you're not the only one who has been through this. Whether you're healing from financial abuse or supporting someone who is, I hope this episode helps you feel empowered. I believe we can transform our experiences into wisdom and our challenges into strengths.

Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/financial-abuse-business-owners/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

Have you ever thought, “I can’t” and felt ashamed, frustrated or sad?

First of all, as I say in almost everything I write, if that’s the case, there’s nothing wrong with you.

As with everything in human experience, while it may note appear to make logical sense, there is usually a good reason for what’s happening.

So I invite you to take a moment, and say to yourself, “There’s nothing wrong with me. There are good reasons for thinking that I can’t.”

And if you have a hard time believing there are good reasons, I invite you to engage your curiosity, and listen on.

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

Have you ever wondered if you need to heal your financial trauma?

Take a look at these manifestations of financial trauma that might need healing and see if they seem familiar.

Are you always worried about money, even when you have “enough”?

Are you tracking all your spending down to the penny?

Are you afraid to spend on anything, or always choosing the cheapest options even when you have enough money?

Maybe you’ve had one or more of these thoughts:

“I’m bad with money.”

“Money creates trouble.”

“I don’t deserve money.”

For full transcript of this podcast: https://www.shula.ca/three-financial-trauma-healing-strategies-for-business-owners/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

Cash flow is a constant concern for business owners. According to Quickbooks, 60% of small business owners say that cash flow has been a problem for their business.

Even when you’re making a lot of sales, your business can still be strapped for cash because, as you know from experience, the money from these sales don’t always end up in your bank account in time to pay the monthly bills.

Entrepreneurs, especially in start-ups and micro-businesses, who worry about limited cash flow–in other words, scarcity–can find themselves in a fight/flight response.

So what can you do about it? Listen in to find out.

Transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/stressed-over-cash-flow-how-to-stop-worrying-about-money-as-an-entrepreneur/

This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan.

Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy.

Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .