Crystal's favorite episode of the Business Pathfinder podcast was about the founder of Little Love Jar, a company that compiles messages of love and hope from friends and family into a jar for a loved one.
She purchased a Little Love Jar for her uncle who was in the last stages of his life, but it didn't arrive in time due to limitations with Facebook Messenger.
Crystal had to extend the deadline for sending messages to her uncle's friends and family, and she had to finish it while on a European cruise.
In 2012, after moving to Phoenix, I decided to turn pet sitting into a business, aiming to offer peace of mind to pet owners.
My primary focus became offering peace of mind to pet owners, as it was something I did not have previously.
I am now prepared to pivot and establish a business focused on the human-feline bond, even going as far as researching the availability of a specific web domain and urging action to secure it.
Kristin Morrison wants Crystal to purchase a domain name for the new business today.
Kristin suggests that Crystal should consider creating her own book and podcast related to the human feline bond or cats 101.
Kristin advises Crystal about the potential income and exposure from online courses through platforms like Udemy.
Crystal is concerned about the financial transition from her current struggling business to the new venture.
One important aspect is to avoid putting yourself in a financial hole, as it can create significant stress for a new business venture.
It's essential to let go of any burdens you've been carrying, as they do not define who you are.
Managing worry is an ongoing practice, and it's helpful to verbalize the thoughts that are causing concern.
The cat has a bright Torby appearance, resembling a tabby with tortoiseshell markings.
It is in good physical condition, being fit and lean with a smooth, short hair coat and bright green eyes.
The cat appears very alert, with its tail up and a curious demeanor, as indicated by its straight whiskers.
Crystal wants to make the cat, Kara, more comfortable and is cautious not to force anything on her.
Kristin plans to schedule another coaching call to address Crystal's financial worries and emphasizes the importance of conscious sleep practices.
Kristin encourages Crystal to add 10 minutes of stillness at the end of her morning spiritual practice to support her emotional well-being.
Set phone outside office in specific spot.
Come back into office for journaling and other practices.
Set timer for 10 minutes and sit in silence with breath, acknowledging any worries.
Morning time is powerful for setting energy and intention for the day, so create a morning practice.
Crystal sets a timer for five minutes after putting on her pajamas and sits in her office in front of her altar to reconnect and breathe.
She says 'worry' if it's there, either in her mind or out loud, while sitting in her office.
She has a Post-it note in her office and on her dashboard that says 'breathe' and 'open my hands to receive' to remind her to stay present and open throughout the day.
It's about verbalizing the internal conversation instead of keeping it in our head.
Breathing can be helpful in calming oneself down before having a difficult conversation.
It's okay to have a difficult conversation and both parties will be fine.
Many relationship patterns stem from childhood experiences.
Despite past experiences, as an adult, one's life may be better than expected.
  • Just being with them. You don't need to say anything. You don't need to share anything. Just being.
  • As long as I can remember.
  • Crystal got you and you got Crystal.
  • Crystal had your back, right?
Kristin encourages Crystal to not feel bad about the extended conversation and assures her that she can set boundaries if needed.
Kristin highlights the importance of Crystal having a conversation with her husband about sleep and its impact on her well-being.
Kristin advises Crystal to have a relaxed conversation with her husband about her sleep needs and how it can benefit both of them.
Kristin suggests that Crystal can learn from her cat, Kara, about relaxation and letting go, and encourages her to have symbolic conversations with Kara before sleep.
You've got some action steps to do that have to do with helping your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Moving the fingers helps in opening the hands, making it hard to clench, if not impossible, when doing jazz hands.
I really want to encourage you to do these daily as they will help and it is important that you do, as it opens the door to love.
When we're brave, it's like stepping out into the void, right? We don't know what's going to happen.
I really want you to be able to refer back to it. It's going to be really important for that.
If you are curious about Crystal and if you'd like an update, to read an update about her and how she's doing now, you can go to the show notes page.
If you've been thinking that you would like to be coached by me on the podcast, as both an opportunity to have a no cost coaching session with me, and to perhaps generate some buzz about your business, I would love to have you on the podcast.
There is a link on the show notes page which has information about how to leave me a voicemail.
There is a private Facebook group for Business Pathfinder listeners, and I would love to have you join that Facebook group if that's something that you're interested in.