If you’ve ever wondered why some people’s ideas of success can feel like a trap (even when things are going well), this episode is a permission slip to build a business that doesn’t require self-abandonment.
Erin and Elana talk about the weird cultural religion of work, the invisible identity games underneath “So what do you do?”, and what it looks like to make values-based decisions when your nervous system is screaming for safety.
Takeaways you can use immediately
- If your business requires you to be depleted to be successful, it’s not success. It’s a slow leak.
- Your values should run your calendar, not your anxiety.
- Being “polished” is optional. Being aligned is not.
- If you’re obsessing over tiny mistakes, that might not be professionalism. It might be self-protection.
- You can build a business that’s steady, profitable, and not constantly on fire.
If this episode resonates, it’s probably because…
You’re in (or nearing) that moment where you realize: I can’t keep doing it like this.
Not because you’re broken. Because you’re paying attention.
Connect with us:
Elana McKernan is a Master Certified Life and Creativity Coach who specializes in helping perfectionists create more by treating themselves better. You can check out her free content here and learn more about coaching with her here.
Erin Aquin is a Master Certified Life Coach and co-author of the #1 bestseller "Superabound: Live the Life the Universe is Dreaming For You." She provides whole life coaching for business owners, integrating success and personal fulfillment through her unique all-in-one approach.
Learn more at besuperabound.com
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