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From a licensed psychotherapist turned business coach perspective, the link between mental health and entrepreneurship seemed clear, but during Mental Health Awareness Month, I want to focus on the unique challenges female solopreneurs face.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Mental health trials faced by entrepreneurs, with a focus on female leaders.
• Factors associated with mental health challenges in the entrepreneurial realm.
• The value of self-care, nurturing relationships, and professional help
• Stress factors emerging from running enterprises in male-centric industries.
• Putting mental health first and being open to seeking assistance when in need.

Prioritizing Mental Health

Entrepreneurs that focus on self-awareness and self-acceptance to better understand their mental health needs can identify the warning signs of declining mental health and take appropriate preventive measures.

Mental Health and Entrepreneurship

The high-stress lifestyle that often accompanies entrepreneurship can take a toll on one's mental well-being. Acknowledging the potential issues and taking preventive measures to ensure mental health remains strong can be key to overall success in business. 

There is no "Good Time" to Prioritize Mental Health

Mental health deserves ongoing focus and attention, and there is no "good time" to start prioritizing it. Waiting for an opportune moment or certain revenue milestone may lead to dangerous delays or neglect of mental well-being, resulting in a mental health crisis.

Next steps after listening to this episode:

• Reach out for help: If you are struggling with your mental health, do not hesitate to seek help from a licensed therapist or mental health professional.
• Take breaks: It is important to prioritize self-care and take breaks from work. Schedule time for activities that bring you joy and relaxation, such as exercise, hobbies, or spending time with loved ones.
• Set boundaries: Establish clear boundaries between work and personal time. Create a schedule and stick to it, and communicate your availability to clients or colleagues. This will help you avoid burnout and improve your overall mental health.
• Connect with others: Combat isolation by connecting with other entrepreneurs or business owners in your industry or community. Join networking groups or attend events to build relationships and find support.
• Utilize resources: Take advantage of resources specifically designed for entrepreneurs, such as business coaches, mentorship programs, or online communities

Speaking of Resources, here are the ones mentioned in this episode:

• Rose Hackman: www.emotionallaborbook.com/ 
• Nicole Lewis-Keeber:  https://nicole.lewis-keeber.com/
• Shula Ber Levtov:  https://www.shula.ca/

The Boss Up Breakthrough is my signature coaching framework and the one I use with both my 1:1 and group coaching clients.  At this time,  I am only accepting 1:1 clients and the first step is to schedule a free 30-minute consultation right here: https://bit.ly/calendly-free-consultation

Have you heard?  I launched a PRIVATE PODCAST and you can listen to it from the same podcast player where you enjoy this one!  It’s called “Show Up Like a Boss” and you can grab it right here: