Balancing Self-Care and Business: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Staying Motivated as a Woman Entrepreneur with ilona Varo
Release Date: 07/02/2024
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info_outlineAs a woman entrepreneur, I get the grind—we're always pushing ourselves to excel, right?
But to be honest, society has set some pretty high expectations for women and it's easy to fall into the trap of tying our self-worth to our achievements. If we’re not constantly succeeding, we start to doubt ourselves.
One minute, you’re juggling everything just fine. The next, you’re exhausted, stressed, and questioning everything. It’s not just about being tired; it’s a deeper, more pervasive sense of fatigue.
In this podcast episode, Ilona and I dive into the struggle of balancing self-care and business while tackling self-worth issues and battling burnout head-on. Tune in to hear our stories, struggles, and tips on how we find the right balance.
We also talked about the following:
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The repeating cycle of self-doubt (and practical ways on how you can beat it)
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How to develop habits that work for you and your body
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Ditching the comparison game
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Knowing what really drives you versus what society thinks you should
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Why celebrating every win (even if it’s small) is a must
“You have to really remind yourself what your values are, what your lifestyle is, and try to block out the noise of comparison from other people.” ilona Váró
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