
For those of us that are women and mothers, we can often be found organising our child’s sports bag, writing a grocery list, tidying up a mistake made by a team member at work and supporting our partner, all within the same five minutes.
But what if our lives didn’t have to be so hectic and disjointed? What if there was a superpower we all had access to that could provide us with some peace and enjoyment?
About five years ago, I uncovered the secret superpower - asking for help.
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At the time, I was struggling to maintain my home and garden. The number of jobs that needed doing daily, weekly and monthly was making me stressed, grumpy and unwell. My work, relationships and mental health were suffering.
So I made a list of all my jobs, including my work jobs, and decided what I could outsource.
I now have a house manager/personal assistant, cleaner and gardener. In total, this costs me over $1,400 per month. In addition to this, I have a wonderful team that helps me run my business.
Yes, it costs me money, but the enjoyment of life that I get in return is worth every penny and so much more.
Asking for help has become key in maintaining my health and happiness and has allowed me to buy back my time.
Transforming beliefs.
The history of women is that we should be "seen and not heard," and unfortunately, we as a society and women individually are still having a hard time shaking those beliefs.
But there is a shift happening, and it’s time to embrace it because that outdated mindset might be holding you, your family and your business back - big time.
By asking for help you will have more capacity to build strong connections with your family, reach your business goals and have time to rest and recover.
Imagine soaking in your bath, instead of cleaning it. Or getting to a yoga class after work instead of mopping the kitchen floor.
On a daily basis, I encounter female entrepreneurs who are trying to do everything themselves. Usually, they are a boss, mother, cleaner, cook, shopper, friend, wife, and so much more.
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