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Mindset And Life With Chronic Illness And Burnout Episodes

You’re not flaky or lazy, you’re adapting. This pillar covers the mindset shifts and real-life strategies that let you grow a business while managing chronic illness, juggling a side hustle, or navigating recovery from burnout. Rest isn’t failure, here it’s a strategy.
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March 1, 2024

Is Eco-Friendly Gardening the Answer to Thriving with Chronic Illness with Denise Cusak

Looking for a way to embrace gardening without taxing your energy, especially as a woman entrepreneur with a chronic illness? In this episode, we welcome Denise Cusak, a herbalist, aromatherapist, and permaculture designer. Permaculture is a gardening and farming style that's perfect for women entrepreneurs with chronic illnesses because it's a way to grow your own healing herbs, foods, and essential oils without overdoing them. Permaculture allows you to connect with nature and find peace, whic...
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Feb. 23, 2024

How to Overcome Loneliness in Business with Chronic Illness with Kelsie Delisle

Feeling like you're the only entrepreneur out there struggling with chronic illness? You're not alone! Join sugar artist Kelsie Delisle and host Nikita Williams in today’s episode of Crafted to Thrive as they discuss finding your tribe, embracing self-compassion, and growing a business that thrives alongside your health. Kelsie shares her journey from grocery store worker to successful sugar flower entrepreneur, and how she overcame perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and feelings of isolation. Le...
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Feb. 16, 2024

Cultivating Friendships as an Entrepreneur with Chronic Illness Danielle Bayard Jackson

Are you finding it difficult to find and be a friend while trying to grow your business? In this episode, join me and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson for an intimate conversation about the challenges of maintaining friendships amidst the hustle of entrepreneurship and health challenges. Danielle shares her insights on keeping friendships rich and rewarding while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and health struggles. She emphasizes the importance of letting your guard down ...
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Feb. 2, 2024

How Chronic Illness & Imposter Syndrome Don't Define Your Success with Bre Clark

Do you often feel like you're not good enough or that you're faking your success? In this episode of Crafted to Thrive, we tackle the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome with our guest, Bre Clark, a multimedia journalist and talk show host. Brie shares her journey with imposter syndrome and emphasizes the importance of recognizing its origins, often rooted in cultural and societal expectations. She highlights the need for community support in overcoming these feelings and offers practical steps...
Guest: Bre Clark
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Nov. 27, 2023

Can Entrepreneurs with Chronic Illness Find Peace Amidst Life's Shifts?

Living with multiple chronic illnesses is a journey that requires not just strength and resilience but an extraordinary depth of courage. In this solo episode, I delve into the complex balance of managing health while juggling various roles in life. In this episode, I discuss the importance of staying present, setting achievable goals, and the crucial lesson of not always bracing for the worst. It's about striking a harmony between planning for what's ahead and cherishing the present moment. Fa...
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Nov. 17, 2023

Could Your Business Be Suffering from Perfectionism? With Nicole Baker

Perfectionism can be a ruthless taskmaster. The relentless pursuit of flawlessness has entangled us in its grasp, making us feel that anything less than perfect is unacceptable. Join us in a powerful discussion with Nicole Baker, a coach specializing in aiding high achievers to overcome their perfectionistic tendencies. This episode takes a deep dive into perfectionism's impact on our lives and businesses, with a particular spotlight on its prevalence in Colorado, a hub for tech and professional...
Guest: Nicole Baker
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Oct. 20, 2023

Why You're Your Own Best Health Expert with Emily Ruth

In this empowering episode, holistic health coach Emily Ruth demystifies the complex world of women's health and wellness. Navigate the labyrinth of hormonal fluctuations, stress management, and self-care practices with tips and insights that will revolutionize how you approach your health. Stop outsourcing your well-being and start listening to the ultimate expert: you. Tune in to reclaim your agency, find peace in your health journey, and foster a loving relationship with your body. Walk Aw...
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Sept. 11, 2023

Overcoming Overwhelm in Business with Chronic Illness

In the latest episode of the 'Create Your Clarity Series', we deep-dive into the state of overwhelm that entrepreneurs with chronic illness encounter. Explore the root causes of feeling overwhelmed, whether it’s the abundance of tasks or simply a change in perspective. Discover the impact of overwhelm on the body and the mind, especially for those living with chronic illnesses. Dive into actionable tools and strategies to navigate, understand, and overcome these feelings. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH...
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May 5, 2023

How Your Identity As A Chronic Illness Warrior Affects Your Business Growth

If you're feeling the overwhelming frustration and disappointment of repeatedly taking action towards your entrepreneurial goals, only to be met with frustration and feeling, here's another way my chronic illness has taken something from me, then you are not alone, and In this episode is for YOU! I share my insights on overcoming self-sabotaging behaviors and cultivating self-compassion.  I help entrepreneurs identify and address any self-sabotaging behaviors that hold them back from success. In this podcast, I share the importance of identifying the aspects of oneself that cause negative self-beliefs and self-destructive patterns for those of us living with chronic illness. By recognizing these negative beliefs, entrepreneurs can take the necessary steps to overcome self-sabotage and achieve their goals. I also emphasize the need for self-compassion and self-care, as these habits can help entrepreneurs maintain a positive mindset and achieve long-term success.
Guest: nik
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March 24, 2023

3 Unexpected Hacks to Cope with Endometriosis and Grow Your Business with Nikita Williams

A chronic illness warrior discovers three unexpected tools - essential oils, EFT tapping, and sharing her story through a podcast - that empower her to manage her physical pain and create a thriving business with ease. You will learn the following: 1. How Essential Oils Changed the Life of an Endometriosis Warrior 2. The Power of EFT Tapping to Release Negative Energy 3. Sharing Your Story to Grow a Thriving Business with Ease Podcast Quote - "Essential oils have literally changed my life in...
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March 10, 2023

How Coaches with Endometriosis Help You Find Success in Your Business

In this unique episode, Nikita Williams your podcast host shares her story of how she has leveraged her Endometriosis & chronic illness to become an empowering business coach, helping her clients turn their challenges into powerful superpowers and reach greater success in their lives. You will learn: 1. Discover why working with a coach diagnosed with Endometriosis is a one-up for you and your business. 2. Learn why there is no one size fits all approach to business and why having a flexible c...
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Feb. 17, 2023

Chronic Illness Business Owners, Your Dues Are Paid!

In this episode, award-winning coach and chronic illness warrior Nikita Williams dives into the irony of how entrepreneurs with chronic illness have already paid their dues, highlighting ten unique skills and perspectives they possess that can help them create success. You will learn the following: 1. How have entrepreneurs living with chronic illness already paid their dues? 2. What strategies can entrepreneurs use to leverage their chronic illness experience and thrive? 3. How can entrepreneu...