Starting something new can always be a terrifying prospect.  Whether you are starting a new job, new school, or just a new hobby, the anxiety that comes along with these adventures can be paralyzing. 

I have been working on starting this business' for about 9 months, I have had all the resources and things ready to go for about 8 of those months.  The thought of venturing into something new was exciting and uplifting at first.  A new challenge, something to really push myself to accomplish.  As I got everything in order and ready to go, the anxiety, fear, and self-doubt began to set in.  Despite all the skills I know that could have helped me move through this block, I  became stuck in what felt like a never ending pattern of freezing.  My meditation and yoga practice began to suffer, I was getting more distracted on a daily basis, and I was feeling more like a fraud every day. 

Like any good provider, I went and found myself by own therapist to help me over this mental block (like they say, behind every good therapist is another good therapist!).  Not only did my therapist help me talk through my mental blocks, but they reminded me of all the little ways I was my skills to help me preserve through this challenging time.  They helped me reframe that the months of sitting here, making post, researching things, setting things up, was my way of preparing.  I wasn't a failure, I wasn't putting things off, I was doing what I always do.  Making list, researching, and preparing to start something with, hopefully, the least amount of mistakes.

With a new found confidence and drive, I am officially opening up my website, have started my social media accounts, and am ready to move forward on this new adventure.  I hope anyone reading this is able to find inspiration in it as well.  Whether you are seeking services through Mindful MN or just checking us out, we wish you all the best.

-- Mindful MN