🧠Weekly Mind Sweep #145 | Manage Your Mind | Boundaries
October 2024
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You know how it is.
You're juggling a million things at once, trying to stay focused on the tasks in front of you, and then someone asks for "just a little favor."
Your brain lights up.
"Sure! No problem!" you say without thinking. Secretly, you hope this favor is more exciting than the next item on your handy-dandy to-do list, which you're avoiding anyway. #ISeeYou
Of course, you don't have the time, energy, or attention to take on anything extra. But there you are, signing yourself up for one more thing.
Sound familiar? No? Just me? Weird.
That's the tricky thing about boundaries when you've got an entrepreneurial brain.
We thrive on connection and impulse.
You want to help, you want to say yes—and suddenly, you're drowning in commitments you don't even remember agreeing to. It's not that you don't want to be there for people. It's that you've forgotten to be there for yourself first.
And that's where boundaries come in.
Here's the brain science behind it: when someone asks you for something—whether it's your client, colleague, or best friend—your amygdala, the emotional part of your brain, fires up. It goes into "fight-or-flight" mode, even though saying yes or no isn't life-threatening.
Your brain might sense a threat, like disappointing someone, feeling left out or risking conflict. So, in that moment, your brain is not exactly in logic mode.
This is where the prefrontal cortex—the rational, decision-making part of your brain—should step in. The problem is your brain is often operating at full speed, and the amygdala takes the wheel before your prefrontal cortex even gets a chance.
Your "yes" flies out before you've even considered your own needs.
So, how do you slow down that impulse and protect your boundaries?
Practicing the power of the pause.
Seriously. You need to create space between that emotional reaction and your logical brain.
Try this: Write down your gut reaction, then wait—don't respond right away. Take a short walk or perform a light task to let your unconscious brain do its magic in the background.
Entrepreneurial brains love to jump in fast, but pausing gives your prefrontal cortex time to catch up, weigh the pros and cons, and ensure your response aligns with your goals.
With neuroplasticity, the more you practice this pause, the better you'll get at setting boundaries that work for you. That doesn't mean your emotional responses are [insert negative word here]—they're important and super valuable information!
They tell you when something feels off.
But when emotions take over, and your boundaries get fuzzy, burnout happens.
Setting boundaries actually makes relationships stronger.
You might think saying no could lead to conflict or hurt feelings, but it's the opposite. People respect you more when you're clear about what you can and can't do. It shows you value your time, energy, and attention—and it teaches others to do the same.
A healthy boundary isn't just about saying no. It's about saying yes to the things that matter most.
This means prioritizing tasks that align with your long-term goals, spending time with people who uplift and support you, and engaging in things that bring you joy and fulfillment.
When you get clear on what's right for you, you can show up fully, without resentment, and make decisions from a place of strength—not stress.
So, next time someone asks you for that "little favor," pause. Breathe. Let your prefrontal cortex take over, and choose what works best for you.
You'll thank yourself later.
My question for you this week :
What's one situation where you wish you had set a clearer boundary, and how might things have turned out differently?
Reply and share with me!
Let’s discuss ways I can support boundaries for you and your business.
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What I’m reading
The Judging Porch
Written by Rachael Dubinsky,
In her debut poetry chapbook, author and founder of Wicked Writers, Rachael Dubinsky, shares self-reflective poems aimed at encouraging others to embrace hardships and carve their own path forward.
The Judging Porch is a powerful poetry collection that explores themes like growth, acceptance, healing, fear, and strength.
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You Have The Best Brain To Be An Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurs are some of the best brains for generating ideas. They have the heart and determination to bring their gifts into the world to serve the people they deeply care about. Nothing excites them more than building a business they are proud of around something they are passionate about.
These same kind-hearted humans often feel challenged to take their really BIG ideas and break them down into smaller, actionable tasks that will allow them to execute them.
(You are not alone!)
Read the two common challenges I see Entrepreneurs face and 5 Mindful Strategies for support!
Collaborations!
Join us Friday, November 1st, at the MetroWest Chamber of Commerce for this two-hour interactive business community experience.
We'll discuss ways to cultivate business through Sales, Marketing, and Communication methods that support relationship building, showing up authentically, and connecting deeper with colleagues and the people you serve.
9-11 am - Open discussion, community support, brainstorming ideas
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