186: Shifting From Survival Mode into Curiosity and Learning to Thrive

Have you been pushing through life, from one milestone to the next, with little rest in between? If so, you’re not alone. In the early years of establishing a private practice, ambition often outweighs quality of life and self-care, but it doesn’t have to be that way, and it definitely doesn’t have to stay that way... During this coaching episode, I help Kellie explore what life can look like now that she has moved out of survival mode, built stability in her private practice, and shifted into a space where she’s actually living and beginning to thrive. Kellie reflects on her upbringing, which focused on doing the right thing and being perfect rather than exploring what truly brought her happiness, and recognizes she’s now at a place where she’s giving herself space to explore and discover what it is she loves and actually wants to do. If you’ve spent your life trying to get through one thing just to make it to the next thing, constantly hustling, unable to slow down, yet always just scraping by, but you see yourself working towards being in a different place -- one where you’re living and thriving -- this conversation is for you.  Together, Kellie and I discuss creating opportunities for curiosity, taking personal time to explore what Kellie’s interests might be, and setting boundaries within her client schedule to facilitate the freedom she desires.  Tune in for more ideas on how to start to enjoy the stability that you've built in your business and shift into the next phase of life. Shifting Mindsets: Survive To Thrive with Curiosity  (00:08:34) Thriving Through Mentorship and Giving Back  (00:11:56) Exploring Personal Passions for Fulfillment and Joy  (00:14:42) Curiosity and Present Mindset for Fulfillment  (00:25:32) Rooted Foundation for Sustainable Growth  (00:27:37) Embracing Mindful Curiosity for Self-Discovery  Prioritizing Self-Care Through Setting Work-Life Boundaries  (00:14:32) "What do I love? What brings me life? What is not about other people's opinions or judgments? It's just like, well, what do I want to do?" - Kellie Murry  Kellie reflects on how the anxious part of her occasionally overbooks her day, leaving her without a break and feeling exhausted. Linzy uses the metaphor of a tree to illustrate the importance of having firm roots for growth and expansion, suggesting that stability is key to thriving. Ultimately, slowing down and embracing self-compassion helps improve your quality of life and discover your values and passions in this new phase of success.  Action Steps to Help You Shift from Surviving to Thriving:  Reflect on your current practice. Are you still in survival mode with anxiety and fears running your daily schedule? Or have you begun to shift toward boundaries and more personal time? Start daydreaming about what the next five years COULD look like. Begin to envision and write down your desires and some actions that can help get you there. Set boundaries to protect your time, energy, and well-being. Determine the number of clients per day that you can see without compromising your needs. Make self-care a priority in your daily routine. Ensure you have time for curiosity, self-exploration, and personal growth alongside your professional responsibilities. Take time to get to know yourself and what truly lights you up. Allow yourself to explore your passions and interests outside of work to enhance your quality of life. While it's important to have ambitious goals for your practice, remember to enjoy the present moment and make life rich and meaningful now. Find a balance between striving for growth and...