Holistic Entrepreneurship: Embracing the Fresh Start and Self-Leadership Journey
There’s something invigorating about the start of a new year—a fresh page, a world of possibility, and an invitation to shape our next chapter. We feel the energy of these 365 days ahead, full of opportunity. Yet, our minds sometimes lead us into mental loops, creating stories that exhaust us more than they empower us, and pulling us into stress rather than satisfaction.
In my journey, I’ve experienced the “burnout zone” multiple times: four times in my 17-year corporate career and twice in the early years of running my own business. But as I look back, I celebrate each of those moments. Why? Because they mark my progress—they’re part of my growth in self-leadership, resilience, and navigating the terrain of Holistic Entrepreneurship.
As I enter my sixth year of business, I realize there are three pieces of wisdom I wish I could share with my 2017 self, right when I started this journey:
1. Celebrate the Lessons in Every Moment
Whether it’s a success or a shortfall, each experience means you’re on the court, not in the stands. Embrace it as part of your evolution.
2. Show Up Consistently and Stay Conscious
Holistic Entrepreneurship thrives on presence. Remember, you weren’t born for an autopilot life. Every day is an opportunity to realign with your purpose and values.
3. Forgive Quickly—Yourself and Others
In this journey, everyone, including you, is doing the best they can with the thinking that feels real to them. Forgive, release, and keep moving forward.
As we step into this year, let yourself feel the inevitability of your success. Allow yourself to become a magnet for the opportunities and connections meant for you. Your self-leadership is the wellspring from which all the impact you wish to create will flow.
This year, let’s lean into the holistic journey together, knowing that growth, challenges, and transformation are all part of the path we’re on. Here’s to your evolution, your vision, and the impact you’re here to create.
