Grounded and Glowing: A Mindful Reset for Women in Business

🌸 Inspiration Corner

“Whatever makes you feel bad, leave it. Whatever makes you smile, keep it.” – Unknown

This quote feels like a warm nudge from a friend who knows you’re carrying way too much. It’s a reminder that we don’t always have to analyze or fix everything. Sometimes, the simplest filter for decision-making is this: Does this make me feel lighter or heavier? And I’ll tell you what—these days, I’m only picking up what feels like joy.

Being mindful doesn’t mean tolerating what drains us just because we “should.” It means paying attention to how people, tasks, and even our own thoughts make us feel in the moment. If it dims your light, it might not belong. If it sparks a smile, let that be your cue to lean in and stay a while.



🧘‍ Mindful Living Tip

Let’s talk about the power of the “emotional inventory”—but don’t worry, no spreadsheets required. At the end of the day, before I scroll, snack, or spiral (we’ve all been there), I ask myself one simple thing: What lifted me up today, and what wore me out? This daily pause helps me notice patterns without judgment. Like, why does replying to that one client feel like dragging a bag of wet laundry up a hill, while coaching a new VA makes me feel like Beyoncé on a good hair day?

You don’t have to fix it all at once. Just notice. Awareness gives you choice. And choice, my friend, is where freedom lives. Maybe tomorrow, you say no to the call that zaps your spirit and say yes to the walk, the stretch, or the five-minute dance break in your kitchen that brings you back to yourself. That, right there, is mindfulness in action.

So before you shut down your laptop tonight, breathe deep and ask: What do I want to keep, and what can I gently leave behind? You might be surprised how much peace that one little practice brings.



💭 Reader’s Corner

Share Your Mindful Journey with Us
Hey lovely, we’re making space here for real women, real stories, and real wins—big or small. We believe the best wisdom often comes from someone who’s walked the same messy, magical road. So settle in. Sip your tea. And soak up these beautiful stories from women in business just like you.

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"As a freelance graphic designer, I often struggled with self-doubt and anxiety. I took up yoga as a way to manage stress and found it immensely beneficial. It not only improved my physical health but also my mental clarity, helping me approach my projects with confidence and calmness." – Lisa, Freelance Graphic Designer

"I run an online boutique, and I used to wake up already overwhelmed. Then I started a five-minute morning journaling habit. Just five minutes of silence, gratitude, and intention-setting changed how I showed up for my day. I now feel grounded before the chaos kicks in." – Angela, eCommerce Store Owner

​"After growing my candle business during the pandemic, I hit burnout. What saved me? Walking every evening without my phone. No podcasts. No playlists. Just me and the wind. It gave me space to hear my own thoughts and reconnect with why I started in the first place." – Marielle, Artisan and Maker

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