permission to pause

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Hey Reader, if you ever find yourself sprinting into business decisions—then second-guessing everything and wanting to start from scratch—you’re not alone.

In a recent podcast episode, S4 E7: “The One With The Permission Pause,” I dive into why pivots and fresh starts are totally normal, but only when they come from an aligned, intentional place.

Here’s a quick dose of wisdom from the episode:

❌ Stop the Rush: Try the Pause Protocol

We’ve all been tempted to burn it all down when boredom or doubt creeps in.

But what if, instead, you took a step back—literally or metaphorically—and hit pause?

I talk about the Pause Protocol, a simple but powerful reminder to give yourself space before making big moves.

Listen to the episode to find out how to do this today.

Listen here:

🎉 Align Your Business—And Make It Fun

Remember: Your definition of “simple” or “easy” is totally unique to you.

A reminder that the best business decisions come from a place of alignment, not a reaction to FOMO, boredom, or seeing what everyone else is doing.

✨ Ready for Deeper Alignment?

If you’re curious about business strategy that feels truly YOU, I recommend checking out your human design business chart for some personalized insights.

Head to hustleandgroove.com/chart to get started.

That’s your gentle nudge for the week!

Next time you feel the urge to rush, remember: easy does it.

Take care

Lise xoxo

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Grow, Nurture, & Sell

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