When it comes to relationships, women leaders are expected to be healers. We’re taught to smooth ruffled feathers, soothe old wounds, and repair breaks and tears.But that repair work takes enormous energy. If you’re wasting it on propping up relationships that no longer nourish you, what do you have left for the people who make your heart feel full?Laura and I are wrapping up our season on Growth as a Removal Process by looking at the connections we have with other people, and why we hold onto them even when they aren’t good for us. We’re giving ourselves and our listeners permission to evaluate our relationships honestly, to prioritize our time and energy, and to evolve or let go of connections that take more from us than they give.Join us as we discuss: Why it’s so difficult to think about making changes to a relationship, and how fear of that change can short-circuit our attempts to understand its impact.Listening to the vital messages we get from our bodies about how our relationships affect us.Strategies to help you initiate the evolutionary process, including owning your truth and setting self-honoring boundaries.Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/ Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

When it comes to relationships, women leaders are expected to be healers. We’re taught to smooth ruffled feathers, soothe old wounds, and repair breaks and tears.But that repair work takes enormous energy. If you’re wasting it on propping up relationships that no longer nourish you, what do you have left for the people who make your heart feel full?Laura and I are wrapping up our season on Growth as a Removal Process by looking at the connections we have with other people, and why we hold onto them even when they aren’t good for us. We’re giving ourselves and our listeners permission to evaluate our relationships honestly, to prioritize our time and energy, and to evolve or let go of connections that take more from us than they give.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>Why it’s so difficult to think about making changes to a relationship, and how fear of that change can short-circuit our attempts to understand its impact.</li><li>Listening to the vital messages we get from our bodies about how our relationships affect us.</li><li>Strategies to help you initiate the evolutionary process, including owning your truth and setting self-honoring boundaries.</li></ul>Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a> Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a>Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Re-evaluate Your Relationships | Growth Tip #10

Each one of us has our own Truth. It’s the sum of our deepest needs, our dearest values, and our most strongly held beliefs. Unfortunately, women leaders are trained to hide parts of themselves, or to water them down to keep other people comfortable. This episode of Women in the Business Arena is about the power of truth-telling. Not just speaking truth to others, but owning our own Truth and honoring ourselves. What’s standing between you and telling your whole Truth? Is it self-doubt, fear of rejection, or the assumption that you’re just Too Much? Laura and I will help you identify and remove those obstacles to being your authentic self, and discover the growth energy we uncover when we stop hiding our essential selves.Join us as we discuss: Starting our truth-telling with the most important person in our lives: ourselves!Connecting to and trusting your body to help you understand your truth.The unbelievable energy savings we realize when we don’t have to guess at each other’s emotional states.Trusting ourselves and our energy, and allowing ourselves to express them without fear.Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/ Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Each one of us has our own Truth. It’s the sum of our deepest needs, our dearest values, and our most strongly held beliefs. Unfortunately, women leaders are trained to hide parts of themselves, or to water them down to keep other people comfortable. This episode of Women in the Business Arena is about the power of truth-telling. Not just speaking truth to others, but owning our own Truth and honoring ourselves. What’s standing between you and telling your whole Truth? Is it self-doubt, fear of rejection, or the assumption that you’re just Too Much? Laura and I will help you identify and remove those obstacles to being your authentic self, and discover the growth energy we uncover when we stop hiding our essential selves.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>Starting our truth-telling with the most important person in our lives: ourselves!</li><li>Connecting to and trusting your body to help you understand your truth.</li><li>The unbelievable energy savings we realize when we don’t have to guess at each other’s emotional states.</li><li>Trusting ourselves and our energy, and allowing ourselves to express them without fear.</li></ul>Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a> Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a>Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Practice Truth-Telling | Growth Tip #9

One of the strongest barriers between us and the growth we’re seeking is internal and invisible. It’s rooted in the ways women were taught that certain parts of us are good and meant to be nurtured, while others are bad and should be rejected. We waste so much energy trying to block off or hush up feelings that we’re taught to fear.Laura and I want you to know that all the parts of your very human self are worthy. When we honor all our emotions and energies, we can turn our time and energy to integrating them, and moving forward as our whole, complete, authentic selves.In this episode in our series on growth, we’ll help you start to remove the obstacles between you and the self-acceptance and self-love you deserve.Join us as we discuss: Reclaiming the energy we waste trying to fix ourselves.Looking at the parts of yourself as aspects to allow rather than problems to solve.The ways that integrating our whole selves helps us identify our priorities and make choices that are aligned with our values.The title and theme of this episode were inspired by “The Guest House,” a poem by Rumi. https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poem/guest-house/ Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/ Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

One of the strongest barriers between us and the growth we’re seeking is internal and invisible. It’s rooted in the ways women were taught that certain parts of us are good and meant to be nurtured, while others are bad and should be rejected. We waste so much energy trying to block off or hush up feelings that we’re taught to fear.Laura and I want you to know that all the parts of your very human self are worthy. When we honor all our emotions and energies, we can turn our time and energy to integrating them, and moving forward as our whole, complete, authentic selves.In this episode in our series on growth, we’ll help you start to remove the obstacles between you and the self-acceptance and self-love you deserve.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>Reclaiming the energy we waste trying to fix ourselves.</li><li>Looking at the parts of yourself as aspects to allow rather than problems to solve.</li><li>The ways that integrating our whole selves helps us identify our priorities and make choices that are aligned with our values.</li></ul>The title and theme of this episode were inspired by “The Guest House,” a poem by Rumi. <a href="https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poem/guest-house/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/poem/guest-house/</a> Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a> Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a>Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Welcome All the Guests | Growth Tip #8

When it comes to marketing, so many of us are doing Too Much. Social media, networking events, client calls, live video: the options are practically infinite. Trying to be everywhere at once is a recipe for disillusionment and burnout. Diluting ourselves doesn’t just sap our life force, it wastes our time and waters down our impact.This week, we continue our season’s theme around how Growth is a Removal Process. We ask a vital question. How can you simplify your marketing to increase your impact, conserve your energy, and meet your ideal clients where they are?I’m excited to explore this topic with Nedra Rezinas. Nedra is a marketing consultant who helps service-based entrepreneurs learn to delegate and outsource so they can scale their business and do more work in their “zone of genius”. She has over 20 years of direct experience in marketing and online business, specializing in developing custom marketing strategies that attract high-value clients.Join us as we discuss: Why it’s so important to have a deep understanding of who your ideal client is and where to find them.The lure of social media, and how to step away if it’s not working for you.Strategies that focus on your strengths and the tasks that excite you, instead of one-size-fits-all content generation.The benefits of generating and repurposing your evergreen content to help your ideal client find you.Where can you follow Nedra Rezinas: Website: https://www.nedrarezinas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrezinasconsulting/ (@nrezinasconsulting)LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrezinas/Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/‍‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

When it comes to marketing, so many of us are doing Too Much. Social media, networking events, client calls, live video: the options are practically infinite. Trying to be everywhere at once is a recipe for disillusionment and burnout. Diluting ourselves doesn’t just sap our life force, it wastes our time and waters down our impact.This week, we continue our season’s theme around how Growth is a Removal Process. We ask a vital question. How can you simplify your marketing to increase your impact, conserve your energy, and meet your ideal clients where they are?I’m excited to explore this topic with Nedra Rezinas. Nedra is a marketing consultant who helps service-based entrepreneurs learn to delegate and outsource so they can scale their business and do more work in their “zone of genius”. She has over 20 years of direct experience in marketing and online business, specializing in developing custom marketing strategies that attract high-value clients.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>Why it’s so important to have a deep understanding of who your ideal client is and where to find them.</li><li>The lure of social media, and how to step away if it’s not working for you.</li><li>Strategies that focus on your strengths and the tasks that excite you, instead of one-size-fits-all content generation.</li><li>The benefits of generating and repurposing your evergreen content to help your ideal client find you.</li></ul>Where can you follow Nedra Rezinas: Website: <a href="https://www.nedrarezinas.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nedrarezinas.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nrezinasconsulting/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/nrezinasconsulting/</a> (@nrezinasconsulting)LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrezinas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrezinas/</a>Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a>‍‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Simplify Your Marketing | Growth Tip #7

When you hear the word “resource,” what do you think about? If you’re like most of us, what comes to mind is external. Money, time, employees, training: they’re all things that come from outside ourselves.External resources are limited and finite. But inside each of us is an unlimited reserve of power &amp; strength. This week, Laura and I talk about what we can embrace when we stop looking outside ourselves for sustenance and return to the infinite sources of power inside ourselves.Join us as we discuss: Why it’s so important to know and tap into our core selves.The freedom we unlock when we access Self and develop our internal resilience.  Techniques you can integrate into your busy life that will help you begin to focus more fully on your amazing inner strength.Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

When you hear the word “resource,” what do you think about? If you’re like most of us, what comes to mind is external. Money, time, employees, training: they’re all things that come from outside ourselves.External resources are limited and finite. But inside each of us is an unlimited reserve of power &amp; strength. This week, Laura and I talk about what we can embrace when we stop looking outside ourselves for sustenance and return to the infinite sources of power inside ourselves.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>Why it’s so important to know and tap into our core selves.</li><li>The freedom we unlock when we access Self and develop our internal resilience.  </li><li>Techniques you can integrate into your busy life that will help you begin to focus more fully on your amazing inner strength.</li></ul>Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a>Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Get Re-Sourced | Growth Tip #6

In our culture, women are expected to “keep it all together” even when the pressure is pulling us apart. We are expected to hold space for others when we don’t even have space for ourselves. We shame ourselves for feeling fear or needing comfort. And we carry these ideas into our community spaces.  This week, we’re giving women (including ourselves) permission to remove that pressure and abandon the illusion of “having it all together”. We are also encouraging you to seek out spaces to be your authentic self.Investing in spaces that give you permission to truly be yourself can transform your life and work. It shifts your relationship with your values, your desires, and your power and helps you access your full potential.In a personal, intimate conversation, Laura and I explore the power we unlock when we allow ourselves room to be vulnerable. Why having a safe space to express yourself is so crucial to enable your growth.Ways to identify the places and people that allow you to come as you are.How working through anxiety in a genuine community can help you show up courageously in more challenging circumstances.The resilience that comes from identifying and nurturing the spaces that embrace every aspect of yourself, even the messy parts. Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)‍‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

In our culture, women are expected to “keep it all together” even when the pressure is pulling us apart. We are expected to hold space for others when we don’t even have space for ourselves. We shame ourselves for feeling fear or needing comfort. And we carry these ideas into our community spaces.  This week, we’re giving women (including ourselves) permission to remove that pressure and abandon the illusion of “having it all together”. We are also encouraging you to seek out spaces to be your authentic self.Investing in spaces that give you permission to truly be yourself can transform your life and work. It shifts your relationship with your values, your desires, and your power and helps you access your full potential.In a personal, intimate conversation, Laura and I explore the power we unlock when we allow ourselves room to be vulnerable. <ul><li>Why having a safe space to express yourself is so crucial to enable your growth.</li><li>Ways to identify the places and people that allow you to come as you are.</li><li>How working through anxiety in a genuine community can help you show up courageously in more challenging circumstances.</li><li>The resilience that comes from identifying and nurturing the spaces that embrace every aspect of yourself, even the messy parts. </li></ul>Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a>Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)‍‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Find a Safe Space to Be Yourself | Growth Tip #5

This episode continues to pull on the thread of growth as a removal process. When we set aside everything else, what’s left is ourselves, our values, and our breath. Listening to our bodies and focusing on simply breathing can help us remove the distractions, stress, and overwhelm we feel on a daily basis. Body and movement teacher Cass Ghiorse is here with simple practices for experiencing and reclaiming our breath.Are you ready to imagine a culture of women leaders who are fully embodied and unapologetic about their existence? So are we!Cass Ghiorse is a body integration teacher, breathwork facilitator and the founder of MIDLINE: a methodology that supports people in understanding and connecting to their core Self in essence and expression. Join us as we discuss: What it takes for a woman to go against the cultural grain, to be fully in her breath, fully in her body, and fully in her self-worth.The amazing tools we can access if we stop looking outside ourselves for more and embrace our own abundant, internal resources.How to embrace and honor breathing as a tool for integrating our full selves and unlocking our true potential.Where can you follow Cass Ghiorse: Website: https://www.findyourmidline.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassghiorse/ Where you can follow Sonya:Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ ‍‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

This episode continues to pull on the thread of growth as a removal process. When we set aside everything else, what’s left is ourselves, our values, and our breath. Listening to our bodies and focusing on simply breathing can help us remove the distractions, stress, and overwhelm we feel on a daily basis. Body and movement teacher Cass Ghiorse is here with simple practices for experiencing and reclaiming our breath.Are you ready to imagine a culture of women leaders who are fully embodied and unapologetic about their existence? So are we!Cass Ghiorse is a body integration teacher, breathwork facilitator and the founder of MIDLINE: a methodology that supports people in understanding and connecting to their core Self in essence and expression. Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>What it takes for a woman to go against the cultural grain, to be fully in her breath, fully in her body, and fully in her self-worth.</li><li>The amazing tools we can access if we stop looking outside ourselves for more and embrace our own abundant, internal resources.</li><li>How to embrace and honor breathing as a tool for integrating our full selves and unlocking our true potential.</li></ul>Where can you follow Cass Ghiorse: Website: <a href="https://www.findyourmidline.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.findyourmidline.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cassghiorse/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/cassghiorse/</a> Where you can follow Sonya:Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> ‍‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Just Breathe | Growth Tip #4

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This week’s episode is a throwback to my other podcast, The Feminine Lens. It’s a solo episode, where I shared my thoughts on strengths, weaknesses, and why it’s so important to identify your unique genius. So much of professional development is built on improving skills or tasks that we’re not very good at. This approach reinforces the falsehood that business success is tied to our worthiness. I want to help you reframe this whole concept. When you stop wasting energy on your “flaws” and instead center everything around your innate genius, you can build a business or life that aligns with your authentic self. Join me as I discuss: The crucial difference between learned strengths and built-in capacities.Why doing things you’ve learned how to do well can feel productive, while secretly draining your energy and leading to burnout.Unchaining your growth from your worth.How aligning your business with your unique genius will unlock more energy, more growth, and more wealth.You can find more at: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/‍‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

This week’s episode is a throwback to my other podcast, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Feminine Lens</a>. It’s a solo episode, where I shared my thoughts on strengths, weaknesses, and why it’s so important to identify your unique genius. So much of professional development is built on improving skills or tasks that we’re not very good at. This approach reinforces the falsehood that business success is tied to our worthiness. I want to help you reframe this whole concept. When you stop wasting energy on your “flaws” and instead center everything around your innate genius, you can build a business or life that aligns with your authentic self. Join me as I discuss: <ul><li>The crucial difference between learned strengths and built-in capacities.</li><li>Why doing things you’ve learned how to do well can feel productive, while secretly draining your energy and leading to burnout.</li><li>Unchaining your growth from your worth.</li><li>How aligning your business with your unique genius will unlock more energy, more growth, and more wealth.</li></ul>You can find more at: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a>Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a>‍‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Lead With Your Genius | Growth Tip #3

This week’s essential growth tip flies in the face of everything you’ve probably heard about owning your own business or stepping up in your career. The key to growing your success isn’t through doing more. ------&gt; If you want to unlock real, sustainable growth, you need to Do Less. Laura and I share our experience working with clients and being business owners. We had to face the anxiety we felt around slowing down and learn to trust ourselves.  We’ll help you see that rest and spaciousness are essential to growing a successful business, and that the growth really does come from doing less, not more. Join us as we discuss: The fears that drive us to do more &amp; make us feel guilty for slowing down.The joyous growth potential you unlock when you give yourself permission to do less (or even nothing).Small, simple steps you can take to begin prioritizing yourself and setting boundaries around your time.&gt; Where can you follow Sonya: Website: https://www.sonyastattmann.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/ (@sonya_stattmann)https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/&gt; Where can you follow Laura:Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)‍‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

This week’s essential growth tip flies in the face of everything you’ve probably heard about owning your own business or stepping up in your career. The key to growing your success isn’t through doing more. ------&gt; If you want to unlock real, sustainable growth, you need to Do Less. Laura and I share our experience working with clients and being business owners. We had to face the anxiety we felt around slowing down and learn to trust ourselves.  We’ll help you see that rest and spaciousness are essential to growing a successful business, and that the growth really does come from doing less, not more. Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>The fears that drive us to do more &amp; make us feel guilty for slowing down.</li><li>The joyous growth potential you unlock when you give yourself permission to do less (or even nothing).</li><li>Small, simple steps you can take to begin prioritizing yourself and setting boundaries around your time.</li></ul>&gt; Where can you follow Sonya: Website: <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sonyastattmann.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sonya_stattmann/</a> (@sonya_stattmann)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyastattmann/</a>&gt; Where can you follow Laura:Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)‍‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Do Less! | Growth Tip #2

Welcome back to a new season of Women in the Business Arena! I’m so excited to spend this season exploring a topic that’s extremely personal and powerful to me. As entrepreneurs, we’re taught to always be growing: growing our client base, growing our offers, growing our profits. But for so many of us, “bigger” and “better” are actually opposites! Regular co-host and mental health expert Laura Shook-Guzman brings her insight back to our mic, as we introduce you to the possibilities we access when we let go of excess, dissolve old patterns, and remove what no longer serves us.Join us as we discuss: The real freedom that comes from removing the patterns that no longer serve us.The pressure the business world puts on women entrepreneurs to keep others happy, and never, ever set down a responsibility.Paying attention to the messages our bodies and minds send when we need to simplify.Why it’s so important to be thoughtful about where we’re directing our energy, our time, and our attention.Where can you follow Laura: Website: https://www.consciousambition.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/ (@consciousambition)The book Laura mentions at 30:26 is How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain, by Lisa Feldman Barrett‍More Support for Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Welcome back to a new season of Women in the Business Arena! I’m so excited to spend this season exploring a topic that’s extremely personal and powerful to me. As entrepreneurs, we’re taught to always be growing: growing our client base, growing our offers, growing our profits. But for so many of us, “bigger” and “better” are actually opposites! Regular co-host and mental health expert Laura Shook-Guzman brings her insight back to our mic, as we introduce you to the possibilities we access when we let go of excess, dissolve old patterns, and remove what no longer serves us.Join us as we discuss: <ul><li>The real freedom that comes from removing the patterns that no longer serve us.</li><li>The pressure the business world puts on women entrepreneurs to keep others happy, and never, ever set down a responsibility.</li><li>Paying attention to the messages our bodies and minds send when we need to simplify.</li><li>Why it’s so important to be thoughtful about where we’re directing our energy, our time, and our attention.</li></ul>Where can you follow Laura: Website: <a href="https://www.consciousambition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.consciousambition.com/</a> Social: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/consciousambition/</a> (@consciousambition)The book Laura mentions at 30:26 is <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/23719305-how-emotions-are-made" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain</a>, by Lisa Feldman Barrett‍More Support for Women In Business:<ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Growth is a Removal Process | Growth Tip #1

There is no one right way to do business, there is just a right way for YOU! And many women in business are DONE with hustle, bro-marketing culture, and business tactics that are misaligned with their values. Instead, more women are looking to build a business that honors their passion, gifts &amp; wisdom. If you are ready for a DIFFERENT way to operate your business - one that brings ease, challenges the patriarchal status quo, and helps you make a difference in the world (with both your business &amp; your bank account), then this podcast is for you! Sonya Stattmann uses her 21 years of experience working with thousands of women in business to facilitate honest, educational &amp; inspiring conversations with other women leaders, business owners, and experts. She also has regular conversations with our resident mental health expert, Laura-Shook Guzman, to tackle mindset, thinking, and the patterns that sabotage women’s path to business success. This is a DIFFERENT kind of business podcast!

I absolutely love Sonya and Laura’s approach to business. Their ideas and strategies keep you accountable to your business, your clients, and yourself, but they always hold space for you to take care of yourself, too. I’ve learned so much from this show already!

Refreshing take on business and what it takes to be successful

I found this part 1 one episode clarifying and inspiring, addressing what it really means to understanding and living in the or with the Feminine. Let’s not treat it as a fad, or trend. But rather it is reconnecting with past cultures recognizing in big ways the the wisdom and reverence inherent in woman time, woman being. Brilliant.

True Divine Mature Feminine

There is no one right way to do business, there is just a right way for YOU! And many women in business are DONE with hustle, bro-marketing culture, and business tactics that are misaligned with their values. Instead, more women are looking to build a business that honors their passion, gifts &amp; wisdom. If you are ready for a DIFFERENT way to operate your business - one that brings ease, challenges the patriarchal status quo, and helps you make a difference in the world (with both your business &amp; your bank account), then this podcast is for you! Sonya Stattmann uses her 21 years of experience working with thousands of women in business to facilitate honest, educational &amp; inspiring conversations with other women leaders, business owners, and experts. She also has regular conversations with our resident mental health expert, Laura-Shook Guzman, to tackle mindset, thinking, and the patterns that sabotage women’s path to business success. This is a DIFFERENT kind of business podcast!

Women in the Business Arena™

“A bigger vision pulls you up and makes you to think differently”In today’s episode we are talking about vision, but from a deeper viewpoint. It is not enough to just think of a vision, we have to embody our vision, feel it and allow space for it to become real. In business, we are always busy doing. We spend so much time in action we often lose sense of our big vision and our actions take us way off track. The more you embody the vision, the more you focus your mind and actions. You actually have to do less to accomplish more.“Women need to let themselves have the space to envision their real dreams and goals”As women, we’re constantly doing. We rarely give ourselves the space to just explore what we want in our lives and businesses. We often create our vision from a concept, an idea, an indoctrination...but rarely do we create our vision from feeling. How many of us are pulled by everyone else’s desires, fears or truths? If we are ever going to have the kind of impact we truly want to have in the world, we need to be getting back to our own truth and that can only be found when we create space to envision what we really want. “I try visions on like clothing. I need to be able to determine which one fits.”A massive step in creating a vision is actually embodying that vision. There are ways to feel in alignment with your bigger vision, rather than just hoping that you’re on the right track. In this episode, we give practical tips on how to feel and embody your long-term vision, so you can achieve it.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“A bigger vision pulls you up and makes you to think differently”In today’s episode we are talking about vision, but from a deeper viewpoint. It is not enough to just think of a vision, we have to embody our vision, feel it and allow space for it to become real. In business, we are always busy doing. We spend so much time in action we often lose sense of our big vision and our actions take us way off track. The more you embody the vision, the more you focus your mind and actions. You actually have to do less to accomplish more.“Women need to let themselves have the space to envision their real dreams and goals”As women, we’re constantly doing. We rarely give ourselves the space to just explore what we want in our lives and businesses. We often create our vision from a concept, an idea, an indoctrination...but rarely do we create our vision from feeling. How many of us are pulled by everyone else’s desires, fears or truths? If we are ever going to have the kind of impact we truly want to have in the world, we need to be getting back to our own truth and that can only be found when we create space to envision what we really want. “I try visions on like clothing. I need to be able to determine which one fits.”A massive step in creating a vision is actually embodying that vision. There are ways to feel in alignment with your bigger vision, rather than just hoping that you’re on the right track. In this episode, we give practical tips on how to feel and embody your long-term vision, so you can achieve it.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

How Do We Create and Embody a Bigger Vision?

“When you learn the skill of managing your own energy, you recognize your capacity… and you’re able to be aware and respond before it leads to overwhelm.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanAs entrepreneurs, most of us have experienced overwhelm at one time or another. We are bombarded with tasks, decisions, and the never-ending to-do list each day, and the feeling that we are carrying the weight of so many things can create stress, anxiety...and overwhelm. How do we navigate our business in a sustainable way, while still maintaining our sanity? What is the secret to fighting and conquering overwhelm, and coming out stronger on the other side?“As entrepreneurs, we think we need to work harder, faster, get more done. So often we’re using the wrong tactics to try to get through overwhelm, instead of stopping, feeling our way back into what is important, and finding clarity.” - Sonya StattmannWhen navigating overwhelm, it can be helpful to identify the stages of overwhelm that we see in most cases.In the first stage of overwhelm, tension is building. It is important during this stage to be mindful of your own unique “signs” that you are nearing the point of overwhelm. Maybe you suffer from tension headaches or find yourself growing more irritable. During this stage, it is so crucial to simplify. Cut down the number of decisions you need to make in each day, and focus on one or two tasks that you can complete. Find ways to connect with your body through exercise, meditation, or mindfulness. When we are approaching overwhelm, we tend to get trapped in our minds, so connecting with your body can help shift our focus and deescalate feelings of overwhelm.But what happens when we are in the heat of the moment and overwhelm is consuming us? In the midst of overwhelm, our brain can get foggy or we can experience anxiousness or even panic. During this period, it’s as if our brain has gone offline. The most effective tool during this phase is to identify ways to reset your nervous system. Move your body. Shift your attention to something outside of yourself. This may mean taking a walk outside to connect with nature, or intentionally spending some time focusing on your children or significant other.After we have reset our nervous system and move out of the intensity of overwhelm, we move into a recovery phase. When the storm has passed, it can be tempting to jump right back into the busyness of life. However, the best way to navigate this phase is to let yourself be, before ramping up the “doing.” During this phase, it may be helpful to regain a sense of control by downloading all of the tasks and decisions that could be clouding your brain. Be gentle with yourself, and recognize when it could be helpful to get support from outside of yourself through a mentor or friend.“When you are an entrepreneur, your health determines the success of your business.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanEach time we cycle through these phases, we have an opportunity to learn, grow, and be more equipped to handle the stress of our business. As entrepreneurs, we are not doomed to be trapped in an eternal cycle of overwhelm and recovery. As we gain self-awareness, we have the ability to navigate the decisions of our business and our life with clarity, and become more adept stewards of our energy. It is in this growth that we can achieve sustainable, long-lasting success.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“When you learn the skill of managing your own energy, you recognize your capacity… and you’re able to be aware and respond before it leads to overwhelm.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanAs entrepreneurs, most of us have experienced overwhelm at one time or another. We are bombarded with tasks, decisions, and the never-ending to-do list each day, and the feeling that we are carrying the weight of so many things can create stress, anxiety...and overwhelm. How do we navigate our business in a sustainable way, while still maintaining our sanity? What is the secret to fighting and conquering overwhelm, and coming out stronger on the other side?“As entrepreneurs, we think we need to work harder, faster, get more done. So often we’re using the wrong tactics to try to get through overwhelm, instead of stopping, feeling our way back into what is important, and finding clarity.” - Sonya StattmannWhen navigating overwhelm, it can be helpful to identify the stages of overwhelm that we see in most cases.In the first stage of overwhelm, tension is building. It is important during this stage to be mindful of your own unique “signs” that you are nearing the point of overwhelm. Maybe you suffer from tension headaches or find yourself growing more irritable. During this stage, it is so crucial to simplify. Cut down the number of decisions you need to make in each day, and focus on one or two tasks that you can complete. Find ways to connect with your body through exercise, meditation, or mindfulness. When we are approaching overwhelm, we tend to get trapped in our minds, so connecting with your body can help shift our focus and deescalate feelings of overwhelm.But what happens when we are in the heat of the moment and overwhelm is consuming us? In the midst of overwhelm, our brain can get foggy or we can experience anxiousness or even panic. During this period, it’s as if our brain has gone offline. The most effective tool during this phase is to identify ways to reset your nervous system. Move your body. Shift your attention to something outside of yourself. This may mean taking a walk outside to connect with nature, or intentionally spending some time focusing on your children or significant other.After we have reset our nervous system and move out of the intensity of overwhelm, we move into a recovery phase. When the storm has passed, it can be tempting to jump right back into the busyness of life. However, the best way to navigate this phase is to let yourself be, before ramping up the “doing.” During this phase, it may be helpful to regain a sense of control by downloading all of the tasks and decisions that could be clouding your brain. Be gentle with yourself, and recognize when it could be helpful to get support from outside of yourself through a mentor or friend.“When you are an entrepreneur, your health determines the success of your business.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanEach time we cycle through these phases, we have an opportunity to learn, grow, and be more equipped to handle the stress of our business. As entrepreneurs, we are not doomed to be trapped in an eternal cycle of overwhelm and recovery. As we gain self-awareness, we have the ability to navigate the decisions of our business and our life with clarity, and become more adept stewards of our energy. It is in this growth that we can achieve sustainable, long-lasting success.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Navigating Overwhelm in Our Business & Life

Welcome to the new year everyone! I’m so excited for everything this year has in store and I hope you are too. It is a new decade, a new slate, and the perfect time to step into the arena in ways you never have before. I wanted to share my ideas about leadership with you so much that I decided to hop on a solo episode for this week. I think leadership is an incredibly important topic, especially today and especially for women, so we will be discussing this plenty in 2020. I think it’s important to define the words we use, and love this definition of leadership: “defining and exhibiting moral and ethical courage”. That is the definition I really want to dig into in this episode. In this episode I’m sharing my thoughts on leadership and why I think we as women (and as a society) need to re-assess what we think leadership is.I’ll also talk about some of the obstacles that keep women from participating in leadership positions as much as they might like to and why we need to closely examine our past experiences with leadership before we step into it ourselves.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Welcome to the new year everyone! I’m so excited for everything this year has in store and I hope you are too. It is a new decade, a new slate, and the perfect time to step into the arena in ways you never have before. I wanted to share my ideas about leadership with you so much that I decided to hop on a solo episode for this week. I think leadership is an incredibly important topic, especially today and especially for women, so we will be discussing this plenty in 2020. I think it’s important to define the words we use, and love this definition of leadership: “defining and exhibiting moral and ethical courage”. That is the definition I really want to dig into in this episode. In this episode I’m sharing my thoughts on leadership and why I think we as women (and as a society) need to re-assess what we think leadership is.I’ll also talk about some of the obstacles that keep women from participating in leadership positions as much as they might like to and why we need to closely examine our past experiences with leadership before we step into it ourselves.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

How to Define Leadership and Follow Your Own Compass

“We are going to make far more change by who we are being, not by what we are doing.” ﻿The greatest superpower you were born with.Did you know that being a woman in the business arena is actually a superpower?The feminine energy is a highly creative force with rich value. However, many women have been indoctrinated into thinking otherwise. We often go against our nature and function in a masculine way to attempt to fit into a predominantly masculine world. The result is catastrophic. Embracing your divine, mature feminine energy will unleash your real superpowers.  “A lot of women are burning themselves out by trying to operate their business in a way that isn’t aligning with who they are.” - Sonya Stattmann (6:16 - 6:23)Most women are naturally more inclined to the feminine. When we stop attempting to operate solely in the masculine part of ourselves, we have far more success and freedom in our businesses and in our lives. There are key differences between the masculine and the feminine. The nouns of gender classifications can be triggering. With this in mind, we will be referring to the masculine and feminine as energies, not sexual identities. The masculine is ego-driven with a mindset of doing. It’s packed full - active like the light. The feminine, on the other hand, is rooted in intuition with a mindset of being. It’s void - ready to birth magnificence like the darkness. Every human is born with both energies and for good reason.It’s crucial to maintain a balance, but that balance looks different for each person. When we focus too heavily on the masculine, we run the risk of doing at the cost of being. In other words, we will run a great risk of finding ourselves on the edge of burnout or even failure! We know the world is so fixated on hyper-productivity, outward accomplishments and achievements. However, life isn’t about getting things done. You will make FAR more change by who you’re being, not by what you’re doing. A life in congruence with who you truly are as a woman will drive the impact and influence you were meant to achieve.Your decision to embrace the divine, mature feminine will change everything.As you shed the external influences that keep you stuck in the masculine, you can dive deep into the beauty of the feminine energy that resides in all of us. The feminine is located deep below the surface of the self. It holds wisdom, accessible through stillness and introspection. The tricky part is allowing yourself to dive in without the direction of the masculine or an agenda. No time restrictions. No structure. Just you exploring whatever is coming up in journaling, meditating, and being.“Huge shifts can happen if you give yourself space to be without an agenda.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (25:56 - 26:06)Once you dive into the internal spaces of the divine, mature feminine you will reach a deep spiritual connection with everything. Are you willing to get quiet and listen?In order to access your innate wisdom, you have to reframe your thinking and stop doing.This week set aside some time to just be. Go to your local coffee shop and do nothing for two hours. Take a week (yes, a week!) off from work. Breathe. It will probably feel foreign and slightly uncomfortable at first. However, that space will initiate huge shifts in personal transformation. We’d love to hear any visions or epiphanies that surface!  Be courageous. Be feminine. Be you. Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“We are going to make far more change by who we are being, not by what we are doing.” ﻿<h2>The greatest superpower you were born with.</h2>Did you know that being a woman in the business arena is actually a superpower?The feminine energy is a highly creative force with rich value. However, many women have been indoctrinated into thinking otherwise. We often go against our nature and function in a masculine way to attempt to fit into a predominantly masculine world. The result is catastrophic. <h2>Embracing your divine, mature feminine energy will unleash your real superpowers.  </h2>“A lot of women are burning themselves out by trying to operate their business in a way that isn’t aligning with who they are.” - Sonya Stattmann (6:16 - 6:23)Most women are naturally more inclined to the feminine. When we stop attempting to operate solely in the masculine part of ourselves, we have far more success and freedom in our businesses and in our lives. <h2>There are key differences between the masculine and the feminine. </h2>The nouns of gender classifications can be triggering. With this in mind, we will be referring to the masculine and feminine as energies, not sexual identities. The masculine is ego-driven with a mindset of doing. It’s packed full - active like the light. The feminine, on the other hand, is rooted in intuition with a mindset of being. It’s void - ready to birth magnificence like the darkness. Every human is born with both energies and for good reason.<h2>It’s crucial to maintain a balance, but that balance looks different for each person. </h2>When we focus too heavily on the masculine, we run the risk of doing at the cost of being. In other words, we will run a great risk of finding ourselves on the edge of burnout or even failure! We know the world is so fixated on hyper-productivity, outward accomplishments and achievements. However, life isn’t about getting things done. You will make FAR more change by who you’re being, not by what you’re doing. A life in congruence with who you truly are as a woman will drive the impact and influence you were meant to achieve.<h2>Your decision to embrace the divine, mature feminine will change everything.</h2>As you shed the external influences that keep you stuck in the masculine, you can dive deep into the beauty of the feminine energy that resides in all of us. The feminine is located deep below the surface of the self. It holds wisdom, accessible through stillness and introspection. The tricky part is allowing yourself to dive in without the direction of the masculine or an agenda. No time restrictions. No structure. Just you exploring whatever is coming up in journaling, meditating, and being.“Huge shifts can happen if you give yourself space to be without an agenda.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (25:56 - 26:06)Once you dive into the internal spaces of the divine, mature feminine you will reach a deep spiritual connection with everything. Are you willing to get quiet and listen?In order to access your innate wisdom, you have to reframe your thinking and stop doing.This week set aside some time to just be. Go to your local coffee shop and do nothing for two hours. Take a week (yes, a week!) off from work. Breathe. It will probably feel foreign and slightly uncomfortable at first. However, that space will initiate huge shifts in personal transformation. We’d love to hear any visions or epiphanies that surface!  Be courageous. Be feminine. Be you. <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Stepping into the Divine, Mature Feminine & Why This Will Change Everything! (Part 1)

“It’s better to focus on minimal momentum for consistency rather than maximum effort towards exhaustion.” -Sonya Stattmann (28:16 - 28:24)Maintain minimal consistency for the success of your business.The culture in which we live in loves to perpetuate what we like to call the “work, work, work, collapse” model. You start pushing yourself and feeling great. But it’s only a matter of time before you collapse.Sound familiar?You’re not the only one running in the hamster wheel. Many entrepreneurs fall into this cortisol roller coaster of the highs of productivity and lows of burn-out. But the systematic thinking of “toughing it out” to get the job done is both debilitating and inhibiting you from actually finding balance. It’s time for a shift from giving your maximum effort to maintaining a minimal consistency for the success of your business.“Every time we have to pick back up our momentum it takes twice as much energy... Whereas, if we maintained a momentum it’s so much better energy-wise.” - Sonya Stattmann (8:42 - 8:58)Business is not meant to be an “out breath” only production. There’s a more sustainable way to navigate through entrepreneurship. Unless you want to keep collapsing, you need a balance with the “in breath” as well.Here are three actionable steps you can take to help you find balance and create enough energy that will sustain you.Observe. You may wish for more, but being human means limited capacity. It’s imperative to understand your unique energy. Do you function best in the morning or night? Are you drained after specific activities or with certain people? What about your monthly cycle? Identify what preserves and depletes your energy to better block your time for rest and work.Fuel. A car can only drive when there’s gas in the tank. The same goes for you! Return to the basics. Eat well. Sleep a full eight hours. Meditate. Exercise. Implement a routine of radical self-care to fill your tank. Rest equates to more energy which translates to greater effectiveness in the small windows of work.Protect. It may feel paradoxical, almost a waste of time, to indulge in a great amount of radical self-care. But the truth is, you won’t have any energy otherwise. Create strong boundaries to protect your time for both rest and work. It’s okay to say no even to potentially new but demanding clients, especially when you are in a limited capacity.“You won’t have any energy to get up and go if you’re not being really allegiant.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (18:44 - 18:51)It all comes down to honesty. You need to be honest with yourself and others on what you need. You need to be honest about what you can actually give your business. Then you can plan and allocate your energies properly for a successful journey into entrepreneurship. If you have an extra surge of energy in the future, then great! Go ahead and use it! But as we end this series we hope you will give yourself permission to shift and change based on your needs. While consistency is key, have grace and compassion as you search for balance. You’re really doing great!Just breathe and slow down.All you need to maintain momentum is to find that minimal consistency, enough to sustain you through every week, year-round.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“It’s better to focus on minimal momentum for consistency rather than maximum effort towards exhaustion.” -Sonya Stattmann (28:16 - 28:24)Maintain minimal consistency for the success of your business.The culture in which we live in loves to perpetuate what we like to call the “work, work, work, collapse” model. You start pushing yourself and feeling great. But it’s only a matter of time before you collapse.Sound familiar?You’re not the only one running in the hamster wheel. Many entrepreneurs fall into this cortisol roller coaster of the highs of productivity and lows of burn-out. But the systematic thinking of “toughing it out” to get the job done is both debilitating and inhibiting you from actually finding balance. It’s time for a shift from giving your maximum effort to maintaining a minimal consistency for the success of your business.“Every time we have to pick back up our momentum it takes twice as much energy... Whereas, if we maintained a momentum it’s so much better energy-wise.” - Sonya Stattmann (8:42 - 8:58)Business is not meant to be an “out breath” only production. There’s a more sustainable way to navigate through entrepreneurship. Unless you want to keep collapsing, you need a balance with the “in breath” as well.Here are three actionable steps you can take to help you find balance and create enough energy that will sustain you.Observe. You may wish for more, but being human means limited capacity. It’s imperative to understand your unique energy. Do you function best in the morning or night? Are you drained after specific activities or with certain people? What about your monthly cycle? Identify what preserves and depletes your energy to better block your time for rest and work.Fuel. A car can only drive when there’s gas in the tank. The same goes for you! Return to the basics. Eat well. Sleep a full eight hours. Meditate. Exercise. Implement a routine of radical self-care to fill your tank. Rest equates to more energy which translates to greater effectiveness in the small windows of work.Protect. It may feel paradoxical, almost a waste of time, to indulge in a great amount of radical self-care. But the truth is, you won’t have any energy otherwise. Create strong boundaries to protect your time for both rest and work. It’s okay to say no even to potentially new but demanding clients, especially when you are in a limited capacity.“You won’t have any energy to get up and go if you’re not being really allegiant.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (18:44 - 18:51)It all comes down to honesty. You need to be honest with yourself and others on what you need. You need to be honest about what you can actually give your business. Then you can plan and allocate your energies properly for a successful journey into entrepreneurship. If you have an extra surge of energy in the future, then great! Go ahead and use it! But as we end this series we hope you will give yourself permission to shift and change based on your needs. While consistency is key, have grace and compassion as you search for balance. You’re really doing great!Just breathe and slow down.All you need to maintain momentum is to find that minimal consistency, enough to sustain you through every week, year-round.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Navigating School Holidays, Illness, or the Responsibilities That Take Us Away from Business (Part 3)

It’s so important to normalize the fact that it isn’t easy to manage your time and fit everything in. If you’re struggling to do it all, you are so not alone. There are some serious structural and cultural obstacles in the way of women’s full inclusion in the business arena. But instead of only talking about those difficulties today, we wanted to touch on some useful strategies for reclaiming your time, too.On this week’s episode, we’re chatting about the challenges that come from balancing life and work and what we can do to add growth into that mix. Laura and I talk about some of the things that make it hard for us to incorporate regular business growth into our days, and how we can shift our perspective on time and productivity to better align with our commitments.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

It’s so important to normalize the fact that it isn’t easy to manage your time and fit everything in. If you’re struggling to do it all, you are so not alone. There are some serious structural and cultural obstacles in the way of women’s full inclusion in the business arena. But instead of only talking about those difficulties today, we wanted to touch on some useful strategies for reclaiming your time, too.On this week’s episode, we’re chatting about the challenges that come from balancing life and work and what we can do to add growth into that mix. Laura and I talk about some of the things that make it hard for us to incorporate regular business growth into our days, and how we can shift our perspective on time and productivity to better align with our commitments.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Finding the Time to Network & Grow

Today Laura and I wanted to explore the topic of embodiment and what it looks like in a business context.We wanted to talk about what it would feel like if we were to tune in with the wisdom our bodies possess about slowing down, being present, and making decisions from a place of groundedness.We also talk about the practical aspects of embodiment, what we like to do to practice it in our own businesses, and why we should rethink how we approach business retreats.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Today Laura and I wanted to explore the topic of embodiment and what it looks like in a business context.We wanted to talk about what it would feel like if we were to tune in with the wisdom our bodies possess about slowing down, being present, and making decisions from a place of groundedness.We also talk about the practical aspects of embodiment, what we like to do to practice it in our own businesses, and why we should rethink how we approach business retreats.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Being More Embodied in Your Business (So you can Feel less Anxious & Overwhelmed)

Lisa Byrne

Do you feel like you’re trying every marketing strategy under the sun but don’t see anything move the needle in your business? Marketing is one place where things can get especially overwhelming, and learning to strip things back in this area can have huge benefits.To talk all about streamlining your marketing, we have another special guest on the podcast this week: Lisa Byrne! She’s an amazing marketing coach for product-based businesses, and we’ve also worked together inside my Women in the Business Arena program. In this episode Lisa and I talk about why so many people are overwhelmed in their businesses, especially when it comes to marketing. We talk about the power of streamlining and how it can help you create a sense of calm in your work and life. Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Do you feel like you’re trying every marketing strategy under the sun but don’t see anything move the needle in your business? Marketing is one place where things can get especially overwhelming, and learning to strip things back in this area can have huge benefits.To talk all about streamlining your marketing, we have another special guest on the podcast this week: Lisa Byrne! She’s an amazing marketing coach for product-based businesses, and we’ve also worked together inside my Women in the Business Arena program. In this episode Lisa and I talk about why so many people are overwhelmed in their businesses, especially when it comes to marketing. We talk about the power of streamlining and how it can help you create a sense of calm in your work and life. <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Streamline & Simplify Your Marketing with Lisa Byrne

Today we wanted to dive into the topic of re-definition.How do we shift the old definitions that we carry around but are no longer serving us?Those definitions that are self-limiting. I think a lot of women get stuck in an old definition of themselves, whether it was a time they failed or made bad decisions, instead of stepping into and owning who they are now.I believe we are a new person each and every day. There are always micro growths.This can be an emotional topic, but I think it is a key to helping all of us reach greater success. Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Today we wanted to dive into the topic of re-definition.How do we shift the old definitions that we carry around but are no longer serving us?Those definitions that are self-limiting. I think a lot of women get stuck in an old definition of themselves, whether it was a time they failed or made bad decisions, instead of stepping into and owning who they are now.I believe we are a new person each and every day. There are always micro growths.This can be an emotional topic, but I think it is a key to helping all of us reach greater success. <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

How do you Re-Define Yourself and Truly Step into Who You are Now

“Realize that you are absolutely going to confront fear if you’re trying to grow your business.” -Sonya Stattmann (5:38 - 5:43)As entrepreneurs, we are used to using our rational mind to build our business, but when faced with “paralyzing” fear, we have to use different tools and skills to effectively navigate it.Rationalizing ourselves out of fear doesn’t work. We need to first realize that fear is normal. It’s a big myth that we have to be fearless to be an entrepreneur. The truth is that If we’re moving into new areas, moving up to a new level, or growing something we’ve never grown before, fear is inevitable.“If you’re going to go into a business venture without fear, you’re losing one of your best assets, because fear has the ability to tell you if something is changing or needs attention.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (6:48 - 7:01)If we don’t experience fear, we’re probably not moving in the right direction. We’re staying in our comfort zone, which won’t get us very far.Knowing that fear is normal and that it is an indication we’re moving in the right direction will help us ride out the fear. Believing fear is not normal will tank us.It is helpful to recognize the symptoms of fear.When we are right in the middle of fear, we might experience:PanicNumbnessFeeling disorientedOverwhelmRacing heartDry mouthIn these moments, we can disrupt the fear by shifting our nervous system and engaging a different part of our brain.One way is by using hot and cold water. Start by washing your hands in cold water, allowing yourself to feel the cold. Then turn the water to as hot as you can handle and feel the heat. Go back to cold water, then back to hot, three times.Breathing exercises also disrupt fear. Breathe in to the count of four, hold for four, breathe out for four, and repeat.Once the paralyzing fear is disrupted, our thinking brain can take over and explore the purpose the fear is serving. Fear has a way of showing up when we need to pay attention. Sometimes our fear isn’t about what we initially think it is, but about something else altogether.Many people are quick to label their fear and often assume it is a fear of failure. But if we explore it, we often discover it is something different than we expected.Doing an exercise of radical inquiry where we keep asking ourselves “why” can uncover the real fear. We may come to realize the fear doesn’t have anything to do with our business, but with something else.Paralyzing fear is never about the NOW, even though it feels like it is. Instead, it is triggered by something in the past.“The amount of confidence I’ve gained in myself over the years has not come from my greatest successes, but has come from walking through the center of my discomforts or my failures.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (30:07 - 30:20)By working through the fear, we are building our resilience to discomfort and our skills to succeed. Any path to success or transformation will have natural ups and downs. Learning to sit through that discomfort has huge rewards because we learn so much through the challenges and the fear.Realize that fear is normal as you move forward in your business. It is inevitable. Use it to bring you back into the now and uncover what is actually triggering the fear. You can move forward despite the fear and discomfort and find renewed confidence.We also highly recommend finding support if you need it. Reach out to an experienced therapist or coach who knows how to help you navigate fear.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“Realize that you are absolutely going to confront fear if you’re trying to grow your business.” -Sonya Stattmann (5:38 - 5:43)As entrepreneurs, we are used to using our rational mind to build our business, but when faced with “paralyzing” fear, we have to use different tools and skills to effectively navigate it.Rationalizing ourselves out of fear doesn’t work. We need to first realize that fear is normal. It’s a big myth that we have to be fearless to be an entrepreneur. The truth is that If we’re moving into new areas, moving up to a new level, or growing something we’ve never grown before, fear is inevitable.“If you’re going to go into a business venture without fear, you’re losing one of your best assets, because fear has the ability to tell you if something is changing or needs attention.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (6:48 - 7:01)If we don’t experience fear, we’re probably not moving in the right direction. We’re staying in our comfort zone, which won’t get us very far.Knowing that fear is normal and that it is an indication we’re moving in the right direction will help us ride out the fear. Believing fear is not normal will tank us.It is helpful to recognize the symptoms of fear.When we are right in the middle of fear, we might experience:<ul><li>Panic</li><li>Numbness</li><li>Feeling disoriented</li><li>Overwhelm</li><li>Racing heart</li><li>Dry mouth</li></ul>In these moments, we can disrupt the fear by shifting our nervous system and engaging a different part of our brain.One way is by using hot and cold water. Start by washing your hands in cold water, allowing yourself to feel the cold. Then turn the water to as hot as you can handle and feel the heat. Go back to cold water, then back to hot, three times.Breathing exercises also disrupt fear. Breathe in to the count of four, hold for four, breathe out for four, and repeat.Once the paralyzing fear is disrupted, our thinking brain can take over and explore the purpose the fear is serving. Fear has a way of showing up when we need to pay attention. Sometimes our fear isn’t about what we initially think it is, but about something else altogether.Many people are quick to label their fear and often assume it is a fear of failure. But if we explore it, we often discover it is something different than we expected.Doing an exercise of radical inquiry where we keep asking ourselves “why” can uncover the real fear. We may come to realize the fear doesn’t have anything to do with our business, but with something else.Paralyzing fear is never about the NOW, even though it feels like it is. Instead, it is triggered by something in the past.“The amount of confidence I’ve gained in myself over the years has not come from my greatest successes, but has come from walking through the center of my discomforts or my failures.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (30:07 - 30:20)By working through the fear, we are building our resilience to discomfort and our skills to succeed. Any path to success or transformation will have natural ups and downs. Learning to sit through that discomfort has huge rewards because we learn so much through the challenges and the fear.Realize that fear is normal as you move forward in your business. It is inevitable. Use it to bring you back into the now and uncover what is actually triggering the fear. You can move forward despite the fear and discomfort and find renewed confidence.We also highly recommend finding support if you need it. Reach out to an experienced therapist or coach who knows how to help you navigate fear.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Overcoming Fear that Stops You in Your Business

Are there some industries that are flooded and over-saturated with new businesses?And if there are, what do we do about it so that we can succeed?What does demand in these industries really look like when we have so much supply?Sonya and Laura dive into this topic and talk about ways that you can navigate this in your business right now. We also explore what we believe needs to happen down the road for more businesses to succeed.If you in a busy industry with lots of competition, this is an episode for you. Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Are there some industries that are flooded and over-saturated with new businesses?And if there are, what do we do about it so that we can succeed?What does demand in these industries really look like when we have so much supply?Sonya and Laura dive into this topic and talk about ways that you can navigate this in your business right now. We also explore what we believe needs to happen down the road for more businesses to succeed.If you in a busy industry with lots of competition, this is an episode for you. <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

How do you Succeed in an Oversaturated Marketplace?

Women are often told that to be successful in the business world, they just need to be more confident. They need to pull up a chair to the table and take charge.But this ignores two important things: the ways women are conditioned to doubt themselves and their abilities, and the different ways women can project confidence, competence, and creativity in the workplace.Join Laura and I on this week’s episode of Women in the Business Arena as we discuss confidence and self-trust in life and work.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Women are often told that to be successful in the business world, they just need to be more confident. They need to pull up a chair to the table and take charge.But this ignores two important things: the ways women are conditioned to doubt themselves and their abilities, and the different ways women can project confidence, competence, and creativity in the workplace.Join Laura and I on this week’s episode of Women in the Business Arena as we discuss confidence and self-trust in life and work.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Building Rock-Solid Confidence by Learning to Trust Yourself

There are so many elements that make up a business that is successful, sustainable, and healthy for the person running it. But Laura and I have found over the years that one of the most important, and most overlooked, ingredients is space. Laura and I have both discovered that when we started taking more space, our lives and businesses improved drastically. Our creative ideas flowed more easily. We still had plenty of time to get everything done. And we felt calmer and more tuned in to ourselves than we ever did when we were rushing around. We’re dedicating this episode of the podcast to space and all the wonderful things it contains. Laura and I talk about our definition of space, why it can be so hard to carve out in our super-busy world, and why creating space is a game-changer. Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

There are so many elements that make up a business that is successful, sustainable, and healthy for the person running it. But Laura and I have found over the years that one of the most important, and most overlooked, ingredients is space. Laura and I have both discovered that when we started taking more space, our lives and businesses improved drastically. Our creative ideas flowed more easily. We still had plenty of time to get everything done. And we felt calmer and more tuned in to ourselves than we ever did when we were rushing around. We’re dedicating this episode of the podcast to space and all the wonderful things it contains. Laura and I talk about our definition of space, why it can be so hard to carve out in our super-busy world, and why creating space is a game-changer. <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Creating Space comes BEFORE Success, Freedom or Fulfillment

Welcome to episode 50 of the “Women in the Business Arena Podcast,” formerly known as, “The Liberation Lab.” We’re really excited to take a step into expanding the podcast and integrating it into the business even more. One of the reasons for this new approach to the show is to bring everything under one roof. We talk a lot about:“Streamlining your business, so that you can really focus on ONE thing.”This is really bringing everything together. Simplicity is key - our flagship coaching program “Women in the Arena” ties right in with our topics and conversations on the podcast, so we decided to simplify and integrate as much as possible to save time and energy AND make a larger impact.“We are all about simplifying.”In today’s episode, we’ll be diving into the ideas of simplifying by using some real world examples of how we’re structuring our businesses as well as some deep conversation with some actionable takeaways for you, our valued listener!“When you enter the arena, you need the skills, the tools, and the preparation to succeed.” Let’s face it, the Business Arena is NOISY. There are so many people telling us how to think, act, and be that it’s hard to distinguish what is truth and what is just noise. We have to be clear on what we want and seek out the truth that will lead us to success, not only in the business arena, but in our lives, relationships, and for our future self. “You need to be armed with the truth before you can walk into the arena and succeed.”It’s important to take a step back and evaluate what we really want. Do you want to make a million dollars? Do you want to make $10k per month, so that you can support your lifestyle and be home with your family every night? With more power (aka money) comes more responsibility. We need to be clear on what we want before we can achieve true success - which is different for everyone.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Welcome to episode 50 of the “Women in the Business Arena Podcast,” formerly known as, “The Liberation Lab.” We’re really excited to take a step into expanding the podcast and integrating it into the business even more. One of the reasons for this new approach to the show is to bring everything under one roof. We talk a lot about:“Streamlining your business, so that you can really focus on ONE thing.”This is really bringing everything together. Simplicity is key - our flagship coaching program “Women in the Arena” ties right in with our topics and conversations on the podcast, so we decided to simplify and integrate as much as possible to save time and energy AND make a larger impact.“We are all about simplifying.”In today’s episode, we’ll be diving into the ideas of simplifying by using some real world examples of how we’re structuring our businesses as well as some deep conversation with some actionable takeaways for you, our valued listener!“When you enter the arena, you need the skills, the tools, and the preparation to succeed.” Let’s face it, the Business Arena is NOISY. There are so many people telling us how to think, act, and be that it’s hard to distinguish what is truth and what is just noise. We have to be clear on what we want and seek out the truth that will lead us to success, not only in the business arena, but in our lives, relationships, and for our future self. “You need to be armed with the truth before you can walk into the arena and succeed.”It’s important to take a step back and evaluate what we really want. Do you want to make a million dollars? Do you want to make $10k per month, so that you can support your lifestyle and be home with your family every night? With more power (aka money) comes more responsibility. We need to be clear on what we want before we can achieve true success - which is different for everyone.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Women in the Business Arena – Why we’re Changing EVERYTHING

“It’s the constant depletion of our attention that creates the struggle. We are losing our capacity to function properly in our business. We are so focused on speed, endurance, and growth that we’re not ever actually stabilizing or creating a business that serves us.” - Sonya StattmannWhat if I told you that you could do more in your business by doing less? Studies show that it takes the average person 25 minutes to return to their original task after an interruption. That phone call, tap on the shoulder, quick email or social media post, all of those little interruptions add up quickly. Most entrepreneurs started their own business for freedom, ease, and balance. However, when they look at their current lives they find the opposite. The hustle mentality - the thought that we have to speed things up, grow exponentially in record time, and stay accessible to clients - can keep us trapped in the downward spiral towards burnout. Learn how to slow down, be more deliberate, and practice stillness, to gain momentum and success in your business. “If you really want to succeed in business, slow down.” - Sonya StattmannWe are surrounded by a culture of busyness. Everyone is plugged in most of the time. Our bodies, lives, and businesses are constantly pushing us to go faster, and unless we choose to be intentional, it can be so easy to get caught up. Take a moment to reflect. Are you constantly feeling pulled to move in a pace that is uncomfortable, stressful, or draining? If so, it’s probably time to slow down.Often we can feel that we should move as quickly as possible to check off our to-do list. However, when we move quickly, focusing more on the completion of the task than that task itself, we aren’t giving our minds the ability to master the information. When we slow down and are intentional with our work, we have the capability over time to truly become experts in the work we are doing. Creativity, innovation, integration, and stability all come in the midst of stillness.Moving slowly isn’t always the best. However, when we give ourselves the space to slow down, we will have the energy needed when it comes time to move more quickly. Sustainable growth is all about endurance, and the balance of work and rest. On the other side of a period of increased speed and work should come a period of rest and repair. It is this ebb and flow that helps us maintain strength and momentum in our business.“The stillness is where creativity lies. In the depths, in your inner work and inner spaces, that is where you are mining the gold. Those are the ideas and solutions for your business. They're not going to come from the rapid pace. Even if they did, you would be too busy to notice.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanSlowing down and making space shouldn’t be one more task that adds to your feeling of overwhelm. Start small. Implement one new intentional habit this week.Below are some simple suggestions to get you started. Pick one, or create your own.In the midst of a busy day, take five minutes to close your eyes, relax your body, and simply notice your breath. Give yourself the gift of five minutes of stillness, and allow your mind to quiet. It’s amazing how the answers we need can come in the midst of the intentional time we take to rest.Schedule a massage, manicure, or pedicure. During those appointments, we have no option to hustle. Allow yourself to enjoy the time that is devoted only to the care of yourself.Pick an evening to shut off your phone. Have dinner with your family or friends. Spend intentional time connecting with people you care about, without the distraction of technology.Grab a coffee and go to the park. Put your phone down and enjoy the wind in the trees, the sun on your face, the grass under your feet.Get up 20 minutes early to enjoy some quiet time to yourself. Make a cup of coffee or tea. Read a book, or the paper, or just let yourself enjoy the stillness before a busy day.  Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“It’s the constant depletion of our attention that creates the struggle. We are losing our capacity to function properly in our business. We are so focused on speed, endurance, and growth that we’re not ever actually stabilizing or creating a business that serves us.” - Sonya StattmannWhat if I told you that you could do more in your business by doing less? Studies show that it takes the average person 25 minutes to return to their original task after an interruption. That phone call, tap on the shoulder, quick email or social media post, all of those little interruptions add up quickly. Most entrepreneurs started their own business for freedom, ease, and balance. However, when they look at their current lives they find the opposite. The hustle mentality - the thought that we have to speed things up, grow exponentially in record time, and stay accessible to clients - can keep us trapped in the downward spiral towards burnout. Learn how to slow down, be more deliberate, and practice stillness, to gain momentum and success in your business. “If you really want to succeed in business, slow down.” - Sonya StattmannWe are surrounded by a culture of busyness. Everyone is plugged in most of the time. Our bodies, lives, and businesses are constantly pushing us to go faster, and unless we choose to be intentional, it can be so easy to get caught up. Take a moment to reflect. Are you constantly feeling pulled to move in a pace that is uncomfortable, stressful, or draining? If so, it’s probably time to slow down.Often we can feel that we should move as quickly as possible to check off our to-do list. However, when we move quickly, focusing more on the completion of the task than that task itself, we aren’t giving our minds the ability to master the information. When we slow down and are intentional with our work, we have the capability over time to truly become experts in the work we are doing. Creativity, innovation, integration, and stability all come in the midst of stillness.Moving slowly isn’t always the best. However, when we give ourselves the space to slow down, we will have the energy needed when it comes time to move more quickly. Sustainable growth is all about endurance, and the balance of work and rest. On the other side of a period of increased speed and work should come a period of rest and repair. It is this ebb and flow that helps us maintain strength and momentum in our business.“The stillness is where creativity lies. In the depths, in your inner work and inner spaces, that is where you are mining the gold. Those are the ideas and solutions for your business. They're not going to come from the rapid pace. Even if they did, you would be too busy to notice.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanSlowing down and making space shouldn’t be one more task that adds to your feeling of overwhelm. Start small. Implement one new intentional habit this week.Below are some simple suggestions to get you started. Pick one, or create your own.<ol><li>In the midst of a busy day, take five minutes to close your eyes, relax your body, and simply notice your breath. Give yourself the gift of five minutes of stillness, and allow your mind to quiet. It’s amazing how the answers we need can come in the midst of the intentional time we take to rest.</li><li>Schedule a massage, manicure, or pedicure. During those appointments, we have no option to hustle. Allow yourself to enjoy the time that is devoted only to the care of yourself.</li><li>Pick an evening to shut off your phone. Have dinner with your family or friends. Spend intentional time connecting with people you care about, without the distraction of technology.</li><li>Grab a coffee and go to the park. Put your phone down and enjoy the wind in the trees, the sun on your face, the grass under your feet.</li><li>Get up 20 minutes early to enjoy some quiet time to yourself. Make a cup of coffee or tea. Read a book, or the paper, or just let yourself enjoy the stillness before a busy day. </li></ol> <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

The Art of Slowing Down

Have you ever said to yourself, “I don’t know where my clients are!” or “I don’t know anyone!” or “It’s impossible to find clients!” We’ve all been there. It can feel so hard to find clients without seeming salesy or disingenuous. But you do want to find them, because you want to serve them. So how do you do it?I have found that this is one of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face. They don’t know what their specific target market is, so they don’t know exactly who they are talking to. And they don't know how to communicate about their services clearly and authentically. There are several keys to finding clients, and addressing your business foundation is one of them!Laura and I are talking all about finding clients today and how we connect with people both in person and online. We talk about the importance of knowing how to introduce your business, why you shouldn’t worry too much about sounding salesy, and why you need to be super specific about what you do and who you help.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Have you ever said to yourself, “I don’t know where my clients are!” or “I don’t know anyone!” or “It’s impossible to find clients!” We’ve all been there. It can feel so hard to find clients without seeming salesy or disingenuous. But you do want to find them, because you want to serve them. So how do you do it?I have found that this is one of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face. They don’t know what their specific target market is, so they don’t know exactly who they are talking to. And they don't know how to communicate about their services clearly and authentically. There are several keys to finding clients, and addressing your business foundation is one of them!Laura and I are talking all about finding clients today and how we connect with people both in person and online. We talk about the importance of knowing how to introduce your business, why you shouldn’t worry too much about sounding salesy, and why you need to be super specific about what you do and who you help.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Why You Need Skills (Not Tactics) to Find Clients Everywhere

“Women have a really special connection to timing”Today’s episode is all about timing. Is there a “right time” for things in business? Does sequence matter? As women, we often talk about things cyclically, and follow our rhythms. Do women have the sense of right timing? Are we following it? Is it possible that this timing and rhythm may actually be a benefit for women in business?“Women have power, and that power is intuition. Part of that power is us being to able to feel timing and follow our rhythms”As women, our lives are built off of cycles. Some say that our intuition comes from the different phases of the moon, and others believe that women have a special “sensing” that men don’t possess. Either way, this can be a massive benefit to women in business. If we find our rhythm and tap into the natural state of who we are intuitively, it actually gives us a competitive edge. From interacting with prospects, to helping clients in a deep and real way, Sonya and Laura tell their own stories of how they use timing to their advantage.“We’ve gotten disconnected from our sacred cycles”If you feel like you’re out of sequence in your business, or you’re having a hard time finding your rhythm, you may want to get back to basics and create an environment to let time unfold. In our society, we’re constantly pushing ourselves and obsessing over time. If we can learn to create the space we need to let time unfold and lean into our natural rhythm, we can all find our optimal timing to create the success that we desire.“Are you being ruled by your intuition, or by your logic?”Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“Women have a really special connection to timing”Today’s episode is all about timing. Is there a “right time” for things in business? Does sequence matter? As women, we often talk about things cyclically, and follow our rhythms. Do women have the sense of right timing? Are we following it? Is it possible that this timing and rhythm may actually be a benefit for women in business?“Women have power, and that power is intuition. Part of that power is us being to able to feel timing and follow our rhythms”As women, our lives are built off of cycles. Some say that our intuition comes from the different phases of the moon, and others believe that women have a special “sensing” that men don’t possess. Either way, this can be a massive benefit to women in business. If we find our rhythm and tap into the natural state of who we are intuitively, it actually gives us a competitive edge. From interacting with prospects, to helping clients in a deep and real way, Sonya and Laura tell their own stories of how they use timing to their advantage.“We’ve gotten disconnected from our sacred cycles”If you feel like you’re out of sequence in your business, or you’re having a hard time finding your rhythm, you may want to get back to basics and create an environment to let time unfold. In our society, we’re constantly pushing ourselves and obsessing over time. If we can learn to create the space we need to let time unfold and lean into our natural rhythm, we can all find our optimal timing to create the success that we desire.“Are you being ruled by your intuition, or by your logic?”<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Is There a “Right Time” for Things in Business?

“The world is designed for a man and we need to change it. We need to shift it. We need to redesign it.” - Sonya Stattmann (34:22-34:29) Only 12% of women-owned businesses are making more than $100,000 in revenue per year. That’s total revenue. It doesn’t take into account business expenses such as taxes, labor, and overhead costs. And when businesses have low profit margins the money taken home is so much less.Many entrepreneurs paint a picture of how easy it is to make millions of dollars starting your own business. But that’s not reality. When 88% of women-owned businesses are earning less than $100,000 a year, we have to step back and look at what’s really happening.“It really starts with us changing ourselves and how we operate, committing to something, using our voice, and being an example to others.” - Sonya Stattmann (21:17-21:30)There are systemic issues keeping women-owned businesses from thriving. It’s easy to compare ourselves to others. Women often see themselves as failures when they don’t measure up to others. But there’s a lot stacked against us from the get-go. That’s what needs to change.Many of us think, “Why can’t I make more money?” We assume there’s something wrong with us. But we ignore factors that are unique to women in business. Expenses like childcare aren’t viewed as costs of doing business. But what happens when we have to reduce our time at work in order to care for our children? If it affects our business, then it should be seen as a work expense. Although men do play a role in caring for their children, women are typically considered to be the primary childcare provider. This also needs to change.Recognize and Transform the Business ArenaWe live in a male-dominated business environment. Women are often seen as less capable than men. And so often we feel we have to justify business endeavors by having a certain degree or other indicators of validation to prove ourselves. The more women recognize the nature of the existing business arena, the better they can understand and transform it.“Competition is out. It’s the way of the old. Collaboration is the feminine value that’s changing the way we do business.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (35:27-35:36)Women entrepreneurs want to empower other women. But they don’t always know how. It’s shocking how many women in business still hire male coaches. We need to hire and support women. The more we invest in them, the more money those women are making, and the more likely they are to support others.We can change how we operate and be examples for others. If we’re worried that everyone else is making more than we are, then we position ourselves in a place of disadvantage.Focus on Collaboration Over CompetitionCompetition is the way of the old business system. Women are fostering a new way of doing business. Collaboration is the feminine value that’s changing the way we do business. Women are talking to each other and recognizing the things that are wrong in business. More importantly, we’re coming up with solutions.When we operate from a place of alignment between who we are, our unique gifts, and our strengths, we can turn business as we know it on its head. Instead of molding ourselves to the way business has always been, we can redesign the business world to fit us as we propel ourselves forward.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“The world is designed for a man and we need to change it. We need to shift it. We need to redesign it.” - Sonya Stattmann (34:22-34:29) Only 12% of women-owned businesses are making more than $100,000 in revenue per year. That’s total revenue. It doesn’t take into account business expenses such as taxes, labor, and overhead costs. And when businesses have low profit margins the money taken home is so much less.Many entrepreneurs paint a picture of how easy it is to make millions of dollars starting your own business. But that’s not reality. When 88% of women-owned businesses are earning less than $100,000 a year, we have to step back and look at what’s really happening.“It really starts with us changing ourselves and how we operate, committing to something, using our voice, and being an example to others.” - Sonya Stattmann (21:17-21:30)There are systemic issues keeping women-owned businesses from thriving. It’s easy to compare ourselves to others. Women often see themselves as failures when they don’t measure up to others. But there’s a lot stacked against us from the get-go. That’s what needs to change.Many of us think, “Why can’t I make more money?” We assume there’s something wrong with us. But we ignore factors that are unique to women in business. Expenses like childcare aren’t viewed as costs of doing business. But what happens when we have to reduce our time at work in order to care for our children? If it affects our business, then it should be seen as a work expense. Although men do play a role in caring for their children, women are typically considered to be the primary childcare provider. This also needs to change.<h2>Recognize and Transform the Business Arena</h2>We live in a male-dominated business environment. Women are often seen as less capable than men. And so often we feel we have to justify business endeavors by having a certain degree or other indicators of validation to prove ourselves. The more women recognize the nature of the existing business arena, the better they can understand and transform it.“Competition is out. It’s the way of the old. Collaboration is the feminine value that’s changing the way we do business.” - Laura Shook-Guzman (35:27-35:36)Women entrepreneurs want to empower other women. But they don’t always know how. It’s shocking how many women in business still hire male coaches. We need to hire and support women. The more we invest in them, the more money those women are making, and the more likely they are to support others.We can change how we operate and be examples for others. If we’re worried that everyone else is making more than we are, then we position ourselves in a place of disadvantage.<h2>Focus on Collaboration Over Competition</h2>Competition is the way of the old business system. Women are fostering a new way of doing business. Collaboration is the feminine value that’s changing the way we do business. Women are talking to each other and recognizing the things that are wrong in business. More importantly, we’re coming up with solutions.When we operate from a place of alignment between who we are, our unique gifts, and our strengths, we can turn business as we know it on its head. Instead of molding ourselves to the way business has always been, we can redesign the business world to fit us as we propel ourselves forward.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

Why Only 12% of Women-Owned Businesses are Making Over 100k & How to Change It (Part 1)

This week, Laura and I are talking about the role of discomfort in business, how to build resilience in the face of new entrepreneurial challenges, and why this skill set can help us connect with our ideal clients at a deeper level.Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

This week, Laura and I are talking about the role of discomfort in business, how to build resilience in the face of new entrepreneurial challenges, and why this skill set can help us connect with our ideal clients at a deeper level.<h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

The Inevitability of Discomfort (And How to Move Through It)

“So often, we design our whole business, marketing, and content around an ideal target market that we don’t actually know. There are all of these assumptions, expectations, and projections on this target market, but how well have we actually gotten to know the specific individuals in the target market?” - Sonya StattmannDo you know how you get clients? Do you know what exactly you need to do to get more clients? If you’re like 99% of entrepreneurs, you would probably have to say no. In the business world, so much focus is placed on finding your avatar, your ideal client demographic. The problem is, most of the time, the “ideal client” we’ve created is inaccurate. At times, we think we know what our avatar wants because we assume they think and act, want and need what we want. Instead of listening to our ideal market, we superimpose their desires with our own. It’s important to know who we want to reach. How well do we actually know that target client?“In order to look at a target market, you have to generalize. You have to find the consistent patterns across the board, not the one person who wants what you’re offering, because you won’t be able to reproduce that result over time.” Sonya StattmannThe best way to learn what your target market wants is to go to the source. Find your avatar and have some conversations. Surveys and polls aren’t ideal for gathering this data, because often people fill them out quickly and don’t give in-depth insight. Whether you seek out individuals through phone calls or speak with them in person, plan to spend significant time, around 45 minutes, learning what they really want, and finding out their real needs and pains. During this conversation, aim to only speak for 20% of the call. The most lucrative asset you can give the individual is your undivided attention. People often underestimate the value found in simply listening.“People don't have realistic expectations of how long it takes to validate a target audience. Don’t wait until it’s perfect, work with what you have. But if you are trying to learn more, you need to give more time.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanValidating your target audience isn’t something that can be done in one or two conversations. In fact, we recommend that you make at least 20 calls before you begin analyzing whether or not your avatar is accurate. During these 20 calls collect data. What is working? Why did they say yes, or choose not to buy? If you have the help of a business coach or mentor, validating could be a six-month process. If you are analyzing the data and making modifications on your own, this could take up to a year.Feeling overwhelmed? You aren’t alone. Finding your target audience is one of the most challenging aspects of having a business. Having support, someone to help you analyze the data, and make informed decisions with the expertise of marketing and business could make all the difference for you. Too many entrepreneurs have been stuck for years because they haven’t refined their avatar. Don’t waste time, money, advertising, and energy on an avatar that is inaccurate.  Find More Support For Women In Business:For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit www.womeninthebusinessarena.comLove the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new Reclaiming Ourselves podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. Sign up here. For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, click here.  Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

“So often, we design our whole business, marketing, and content around an ideal target market that we don’t actually know. There are all of these assumptions, expectations, and projections on this target market, but how well have we actually gotten to know the specific individuals in the target market?” - Sonya StattmannDo you know how you get clients? Do you know what exactly you need to do to get more clients? If you’re like 99% of entrepreneurs, you would probably have to say no. In the business world, so much focus is placed on finding your avatar, your ideal client demographic. The problem is, most of the time, the “ideal client” we’ve created is inaccurate. At times, we think we know what our avatar wants because we assume they think and act, want and need what we want. Instead of listening to our ideal market, we superimpose their desires with our own. It’s important to know who we want to reach. How well do we actually know that target client?“In order to look at a target market, you have to generalize. You have to find the consistent patterns across the board, not the one person who wants what you’re offering, because you won’t be able to reproduce that result over time.” Sonya StattmannThe best way to learn what your target market wants is to go to the source. Find your avatar and have some conversations. Surveys and polls aren’t ideal for gathering this data, because often people fill them out quickly and don’t give in-depth insight. Whether you seek out individuals through phone calls or speak with them in person, plan to spend significant time, around 45 minutes, learning what they really want, and finding out their real needs and pains. During this conversation, aim to only speak for 20% of the call. The most lucrative asset you can give the individual is your undivided attention. People often underestimate the value found in simply listening.“People don't have realistic expectations of how long it takes to validate a target audience. Don’t wait until it’s perfect, work with what you have. But if you are trying to learn more, you need to give more time.” - Laura Shook-GuzmanValidating your target audience isn’t something that can be done in one or two conversations. In fact, we recommend that you make at least 20 calls before you begin analyzing whether or not your avatar is accurate. During these 20 calls collect data. What is working? Why did they say yes, or choose not to buy? If you have the help of a business coach or mentor, validating could be a six-month process. If you are analyzing the data and making modifications on your own, this could take up to a year.Feeling overwhelmed? You aren’t alone. Finding your target audience is one of the most challenging aspects of having a business. Having support, someone to help you analyze the data, and make informed decisions with the expertise of marketing and business could make all the difference for you. Too many entrepreneurs have been stuck for years because they haven’t refined their avatar. Don’t waste time, money, advertising, and energy on an avatar that is inaccurate.  <h2>Find More Support For Women In Business:</h2><ol><li>For more episodes + information about the podcast &amp; the hosts, visit <a href="http://www.womeninthebusinessarena.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.womeninthebusinessarena.com</a></li><li>Love the podcast? Sign up for weekly emails! You get weekly contemplations &amp; new <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reclaiming Ourselves</a> podcast episodes every week straight into your inbox. <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/reclaiming-ourselves-personal-development-podcast/#email-list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sign up here</a>. </li><li>For more information about Sonya’s other podcasts &amp; podcast courses, <a href="https://www.sonyastattmann.com/personal-development-podcasts-self-improvement/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>.  </li></ol>Thank you for being you. We are so honored to have you as a listener!

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