Feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed & Unmotivated: How to move into Inspired Action

Hey love,

Ready for some real talk? Trying to start (and run!) a small business, side hustle or passion project is challenging. You can quickly swing from feeling completely excited and determined to being totally overwhelmed and full of doubt. And even though it's amazing to work for yourself, sometimes we all need that extra support, encouragement and collaborative spirit.

So if you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unmotivated, I've got you! Below is a 6-step guide to moving out of that rut and back into your rightful place of inspiration, confidence, clarity and enthusiasm for that soul-aligned magical work you are here to share with the world!

1. Take a Breath
Do you remember taking any today? Breathing slowly and deeply can immediately start to stabilize your nervous system, moving you out of flight, fight or freeze and back into more grounded, clearer space.

2. Move your Body
It might seem like procrastination, but moving your body activates those feel good hormones which can change your energy and attitude helping you approach work from a better mindset.

3. Make a Brain Dump List
Write down literally everything you are thinking about: must-do's, deadlines, ideas, opportunities, follow-ups. There is a magical shift when you let your mind release the responsibility of keeping track of it all.

4. Categorize the List {you can do this 2 ways based on your type of work/biz}
A) Group by activity/core function so you can batch similar work together (great if work isn't time-sensitive)
OR
B) Group by priority/deadlines so the more immediate things can get done on time (great for more linear work)

5. Review the List Again
Thinking like the CEO you are, what can be eliminated, delegated, systemized? Remember some of the reasons you are doing this in the first place (freedom, fulfillment, fun) so here is your permission to stop doing the things you don't want to do.

6: Take Inspired Action
It’s time to set your intention & get busy. Feel into your energy and start with a task that feels the most aligned; are you ready for something exciting, impactful or challenging?

And if you aren't clear on what that business is or how to get it started, I'd love to help you align your passion + purpose to create sustainable, soul-fulfilling work. Check out my Empowered Alchemy sessions designed to get you exactly the guidance you need to start living the work-life you've dreamed of.

We are all ready for your magic!

You've got this,
Lauren