Listen "Taking Care of You Helps Everyone Around You"
Episode Synopsis
We’re told self care is selfish—but what if it’s actually the foundation for showing up fully in your business, your relationships, and your life? In this episode, Tessa and Rocky explore how taking care of yourself creates the capacity to care for everyone around you.In this conversation, they unpack:Why guilt often keeps women from putting themselves firstThe “oxygen mask” and “cup” analogies that reframe self care as essentialHow to use non-negotiables and even a “no-do list” to protect your energyThe ripple effect of small daily rituals on leadership, creativity, and resiliencePractical self care practices—from morning routines to sensory anchors—that fuel sustainable growth📚 Resources Mentioned:The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin (Five Senses of Happiness)The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks (Einstein Time)Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy (do the hardest thing first)The Enneagram (esp. insights from Enneagram 5)Phrases: “No is a full sentence” + the “Tickets” energy analogyIf you’ve ever struggled to slow down, or felt guilty for putting yourself first, this episode is your reminder: self care ≠ selfish.Connect with us! 💬 Join the conversation in our private network on BFF https://links.geneva.com/invite/af6ecd07-9070-43b7-9629-7aaa166aa131 📲 Follow us on Instagraminstagram.com/maven.community ✨ And if this episode moved you, sharing it with a friend helps more women find us.More at → mavenslc.com
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