394: A Pep Talk to Share Your Yoga with Shannon Crow
The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast
Release Date: 04/07/2025
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394: A Pep Talk to Share Your Yoga with Shannon Crow
Description:
Taking a big leap can feel scary and overwhelming, and you may be filled with doubt and hesitation. You may feel imposter syndrome creeping in, start procrastinating, or simply feel unable to take the first (or next) step. In this episode, Shannon shares her pep talk to motivate you (and herself) to make the leap.
Shannon has been considering the idea of starting a farmer’s market for some time now, but is also struggling with taking the heap. She shares how she knew it was the right time to start taking baby steps towards making her dream a reality and what that might look like for you. Shannon also shares some advice on overcoming doubts and fears that creep in, explains why connection and collaboration can help move you forward, and tips to stay motivated and take action.
If you are feeling nervous or overwhelmed and are procrastinating on launching something new in your yoga business, this is the perfect episode for you.
Key Takeaways:
[0:32] Shannon shares something she learned while working at M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Center.
[8:15] Shannon gives a shout out to the podcast sponsor, OfferingTree.
[9:42] The inspiration for this episode came from Shannon's own fears and hesitation.
[13:58] How do you know when it's the right time to take a big leap or launch something new?
[17:15] It can feel comfortable to stay in the dreaming, planning, and wishing stage, but when you're constantly thinking about it, it's time to start taking baby steps towards making it happen.
[19:13] Once you have the motivation to do the thing, where do you start?
[20:57] If it starts to feel overwhelming, think back to all the things you've already done to prepare for this moment.
[24:36] If you are feeling overwhelmed about not having a website or not knowing how to set up the tech side of things, OfferingTree can be a great solution.
[26:36] How can you deal with the fears and doubts that creep in?
[31:31] Consider collaborating and building connections with others to help you along the journey.
[33:10] Mark and celebrate your wins and successes along the way.
[33:28] Are you launching something new? Share in the comments, the Facebook group, or send Shannon a voice message.
Links:
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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 319: Do I Need Another Yoga Training? with Shannon Crow
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The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 392: Concussion Recovery & Yoga with Shannon Crow
Gratitude to our Sponsor, OfferingTree
Quotes from this episode:
"I have ideas all the time. ... But when they really stick and they just keep coming back, that's when I know, OK, this is one that I really have to listen to."
"When your message gets bigger than your fears, it's time."
"Think back to what you've already done to prepare for this moment."
"Because failure or being wrong on something is literally just feedback. It's just more learning so we can do better."