🔥Weekly Mind Sweep #57 | Goals, Boundaries & Protecting Yourself | Ego

Weekly Mind SweepCurated ConversationEgo
Written By Jamie Chapman

We've been on a wild ride with our topic of Ego for January. It was so big; we're taking one more journey before we lean into February.

Over the past several weeks of Curated Conversation, the topic of ego has brought questions of

  • Goal setting

  • Maintaining boundaries

  • Protecting yourself

Without awareness, our unconscious ego can swell to protect us when we forget that we are precisely where we need to be, doing exactly what we are meant to do with confident humility.

As entrepreneurs, we face our egos daily in these areas.

Now, let’s sweep the brain…

We're fed a list of “shoulds” on a daily basis. Our businesses rely on us to exist. For some, OUR face is our brand, and WE are the content we bring.

We've learned that our ego is necessary for us to move about the entrepreneurial space within this human experience.

After your long days with clients or customers, you're ready to disconnect from all of the hats you wear. (the creative mind, business owner, colleague, friend, confidant, and human, animal, or plant parent, to name a few.)

Whether you choose to:

  • brainsweep new ideas

  • read books to learn more about your business

  • watch t.v. to get your mind off of your business

  • scroll social media

  • connect with a friend or loved one

In these, you may experience comparison, judgment, or a feeling of powerlessness. Some of these we may experience consciously and sit in discomfort, while others lie beneath the surface and still have an influence on our actions and thoughts.

These experiences can cause your ego to take action. For example, you may set a goal, create or maintain a new boundary, or feel you need to protect yourself.

There is no right or wrong answer.

The not-so-secret secret here is:

  • The awareness that ego is a part of the human experience and that we need it to move about the world.

  • To take a pause and question yourself about what your intention truly is. Are you setting this goal or boundary to keep yourself safe?

  • Make choices that feel right for you and your core values.

  • To do the best you can with the skills and knowledge you have and the confidence to put that out into the world.

  • To learn from the information you receive back

  • We have blind spots and can use support

It is 100% possible that something will go differently than you intended, no matter how prepared you may be, no matter how many friends you have asked, and no matter how many books you read.

We are all human.

But you, my friend, are an entrepreneur.

You are unique.

You are gifted.

You are talented.

The world needs you to show up.

When you are ready for support, I'm here.

Where to find me

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What I’m reading

Immunity to Change | Robert Kegan & Lisa Laskow Lahey

It all started with two Brene Brown Podcast with co-author Lisa Lahey. This book is DENSE and INTENSE.

But a few of us are reading it and looking forward to discussing it together. If the book feels overwhelming, we’d still love to have you chat about what we learn.

Let me know you're interested in being a part of the conversation! THIS IS THE LAST WEEK TO SHARE YOUR INTEREST!

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Jamie Chapman

Oh, Hi! I’m Jamie Chapman


Self-proclaimed brain geek, relationship builder, and business consultant who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs and small businesses execute their big ideas.


I have always been a curious person who thrives on helping others succeed.


Finding solutions is what I do.


When my twin boys were diagnosed with ADHD in elementary school, I had to learn how to navigate a school system that wasn’t built for neurodiverse individuals. By helping my boys find ways to succeed in these spaces, I realized the importance of shining a light on the gifts we bring to the world.


In a society that tries to “fit a round peg into a square hole,” I am here to support entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to take a different path to success.


While supporting small businesses in various industries, I have a special place in my heart for neurodiverse entrepreneurs and ADHD business owners.


Relationships and a holistic, human view of your business needs is something I value.


I meet you where you’re at and support you in getting where you want to go.


With a multifaceted approach to problem-solving, and extensive knowledge of executive functioning, habit formation, and the neurodiverse and ADHD entrepreneur’s mind, I support small business owners to thrive and feel proud of what they’re building.


My background is in manufacturing and business operations. I use my decades of experience with developing systems and processes to make your business operations smoother and more efficient.


As a perspective integrator and big-picture thinker, I want to help you execute your vision, spot inefficiencies, and find effective ways to grow your business.


Think of me as your strategic C.O.O. and partner in business success and growth.  


Whether it’s 1:1 Consulting, MindSweep Mapping, or joining our Chickbook Creative community of business owners, I support idea generators in cultivating clarity and taking action to pursue their best ideas.


My purpose is to illuminate the gifts business owners and entrepreneurs bring to the world. I can’t wait to meet you and get started.


Time with me; Priceless.

https://www.chickbookcreative.com
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