As we get closer to our 50th episode mark, we’re excited to share a pivotal development in our company’s journey: Mental Health Mondays. We’re talking about major internal culture shifts and what it requires. In this episode, we’ll unpack what Mental Health Mondays are, why we created them, and how they’ve become central to our team’s success. We’ll also dive into how this simple practice has transformed our business from the inside out.

The landscape of our work and our lives is usually fast-paced and demanding, and it’s easy to get caught up in the constant cycle of doing without pausing to reflect. We’ve seen firsthand how taking time to focus on regulating ourselves has significantly reduced stress, improved communication, and increased creativity within our team. This practice has become a foundation for how we show up for one another and our clients – with greater empathy, patience, and presence.

Mental Health Mondays are a natural fit for our Polyvagal-centered approach to business. Polyvagal Theory, which examines the inextricable link between our physiology and our psychology is one of our guiding philosophies, allows us to use the language of the nervous system to better understand not just how we’re feeling, acting, and thinking, but WHY. Through this lens we’re able to identify cues of safety and recognize triggers, creating an environment that supports both productivity and well-being.

What does this look like? For us, it means understanding that each team member and each of our clients' experience is valid — no matter how fucked up, unfair, or difficult it might seem or be or feel — with their nervous system responses shaping how they perceive and react to challenges.

Bottom line: creating a safe space for self-awareness and self-regulation to be a SKILL we honor and promote within our business… is a GAME-CHANGER! If you want to lay a strong foundation for better collaboration and innovation this is it. And the ripple effects are endless: more compassion and empathy; greater likelihood of creating positive behavior within the operational structures of your business; decision-making in times of uncertainty; creative problem solving under pressure and so much more.

We hope this conversation inspires you to think about how intentional mental health practices and an understanding of the nervous system can lead to transformative shifts in any setting. Let’s keep exploring how we can build resilient, compassionate communities that empower each of us to thrive.

How to reach us:

We welcome your comments, questions, and feedback. To reach us, please email embodiedbusinessinspiredbrain@gmail.com.

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As always we’d like to say thank you for your time and attention. We love hanging out with you and serving this amazing community of inspired leaders and educators who desire to make a bigger impact and bring their whole selves to the party. We hope you’re leaving feeling inspired, refreshed, excited and maybe even a little giddy…

The absolute sweetest and most powerful thing you can do to support this not-for-profit, minimal sponsor podcast is tell us how much you love us.

You can do that by leaving us your comments and reviews on iTunes and Youtube.

And until next time we hope you’ll keep asking, How do I want my business and my life to feel…

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Wowza. This was quite a show!

If you’re feeling like the world is a little overwhelming right now, know that you’re not alone. This episode encourages everyone to take a collective exhale, acknowledging that it's okay to feel uncertain and that there are ways to find calm in the chaos. Join us as we discuss practical tools and mindful approaches to help us all navigate the waves of uncertainty with more compassion for ourselves and those around us.

We fall deep into the reality of our current states of regulation and dysregulation, and open up about our personal experiences of feeling dysregulated, reflecting on how our history has shaped our responses to today’s ongoing and cumulative chaos and complexity. From political instability and climate crises to the pervasive sense of personal unpredictability, we discuss how challenging it is for everyone to find grounding these days.

We explore what it means to regulate ourselves and support each other in ways that feel safe, sustainable, and nurturing. We consider how co-regulation — the impact of our nervous system on other’s and vice versa — can be both beneficial and challenging when those around us are also experiencing uncertainty. This episode sheds light on the ways our collective anxiety and stress can affect us physically, especially when we aren’t aware of it on an intellectual level.

How to reach us:

We welcome your comments, questions, and feedback. To reach us, please email embodiedbusinessinspiredbrain@gmail.com.

Share the love:

As always we’d like to say thank you for your time and attention. We love hanging out with you and serving this amazing community of inspired leaders and educators who desire to make a bigger impact and bring their whole selves to the party. We hope you’re leaving feeling inspired, refreshed, excited and maybe even a little giddy…

The absolute sweetest and most powerful thing you can do to support this not-for-profit, minimal sponsor podcast is tell us how much you love us.

You can do that by leaving us your comments and reviews on iTunes and Youtube.

And until next time we hope you’ll keep asking, How do I want my business and my life to feel…

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Welcome back, everyone! We’re diving into a rich conversation about embracing the changing seasons — both literally and within our business. As the cool breeze of fall begins to settle in, we’ve found ourselves reflecting on how we’ve grown. Fall, with all its cozy wonders, has a grounding and regulating effect on us, which mirrors the organizational shifts we’ve been focusing on.

We’ve been leaning into this season of learning and development, allowing ourselves the grace to grow along with the changes, rather than resist them (although there’s been plenty of that, too!). As we prepare to kick off a new Nervous System Facilitation training cohort, we’re thrilled to share a new initiative we’ve implemented — Mental Health Mondays. This practice has had a profound impact on our team, helping us all cultivate mindfulness and greater awareness as we navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, we’re sharing something called the Founder’s Dilemma: a common challenge faced by business owners — a moment of tension that forces tough decisions. We’re also outing our own Founder’s Dilemma, looking at how our priorities have evolved over the years and how we’re handling these changes both independently and as partners.

And then there’s our individual journeys and how that shapes our decisions together. By prioritizing communication, being aware of our nervous systems, and making space for one another, we’ve been able to move through these challenges with greater ease. As we step into a new phase of our business, we’re excited to announce two distinct suites of offers: one focused on making money; one on creating meaning.

Tune in as we continue to explore what it means to grow as founders and support each other through it all!

How to reach us:

We welcome your comments, questions, and feedback. To reach us, please email embodiedbusinessinspiredbrain@gmail.com.

Share the love:

As always we’d like to say thank you for your time and attention. We love hanging out with you and serving this amazing community of inspired leaders and educators who desire to make a bigger impact and bring their whole selves to the party. We hope you’re leaving feeling inspired, refreshed, excited and maybe even a little giddy…

The absolute sweetest and most powerful thing you can do to support this not-for-profit, minimal sponsor podcast is tell us how much you love us.

You can do that by leaving us your comments and reviews on iTunes and Youtube.

And until next time we hope you’ll keep asking, How do I want my business and my life to feel…

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.