?? Weekly Mind Sweep #116 | What’s On My Mind | Pride
Jamie Chapman
Business Consultant. Transforming entrepreneurial ideas to profit. Strategic Advisor | Collaborator | Panelist | Speaker | Leader | Brain Geek
March 2024
Week 116: What’s On My Mind; Pride
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There is no shame in feeling pride.
Feeling pride gets tangled up with shame. There is a social underpinning that shame is "bad," "wrong," and a "sin." We've learned the two sides of pride: authentic and hubristic. But who gets to decide which kind of pride you're feeling?
You do. It's all about what you see and what you value.
You are the first person who can recognize and support yourself.
Authentic pride isn't about showing off or comparing yourself to others. It's about feeling good about your progress, giving yourself a pat on the back, being thankful for what you've got, and staying humble as you grow. Pride isn't just a feel-good emotion. It's a motivator.
Pride can be a catalyst for building something meaningful.
When you feel proud of the business you are building, you develop a deeper sense of purpose in your work, which leads to motivation and healthy self-esteem.
All while also making a difference in the world around us
When do we need to check our ego?
But as we learned during our month of ego, it can be thinking you're the best and needing constant validation or striking a balance with confident humility.
Humility is where the real magic happens. It's about staying down-to-earth and fostering connections with others on a real level.
So, how do we keep our feet on the ground? Humility.
Healthy pride can look like:
It's all about staying real and growing as a person. It's not always easy, and it's like most things, it's a practice.
When we're humble, we're not just at peace with ourselves but also making the world a better place, one kind act at a time.
Embrace gratitude, know your limits, lend a hand, take criticism with a smile, and measure your progress against your own journey. Before you know it, you'll shine like a beacon in a sea of darkness, guiding others toward humility with your light-hearted approach.
Pride, self-compassion, acceptance, forgiveness, and support from others can be antidotes to shame.
Consider pride as the positive emotion that it is.
How can we actively practice embracing pride while remaining humble and self-aware in our businesses and personal lives?
And how can we encourage and support other entrepreneurs to embrace their accomplishments while fostering a culture of humility and mutual respect?
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Oh, Hi! I’m Jamie Chapman
Self-proclaimed brain geek, relationship builder, and business consultant who helps heart-centered entrepreneurs and small businesses execute their big ideas.
I have always been a curious person who thrives on helping others succeed.
Finding solutions is what I do.
When my twin boys were diagnosed with ADHD in elementary school, I had to learn how to navigate a school system that wasn’t built for neurodiverse individuals. By helping my boys find ways to succeed in these spaces, I realized the importance of shining a light on the gifts we bring to the world.
In a society that tries to “fit a round peg into a square hole,” I am here to support entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to take a different path to success.
I support small businesses in various industries and have a special place in my heart for neurodiverse entrepreneurs and ADHD business owners.
I value relationships and take a holistic, human view of your business needs.
I meet you where you’re at and support you in getting where you want to go.
I take a multifaceted approach to problem-solving, and I have extensive knowledge of executive functioning, habit formation, and the neurodiverse and ADHD entrepreneur’s mind.
I love watching small business owners thrive and feel proud of what they’re building.
My background is in manufacturing and business operations. I use my decades of experience with developing systems and processes to make your business operations smoother and more efficient.
As a perspective integrator and big-picture thinker, I want to help you execute your vision, spot inefficiencies, and find effective ways to grow your business.
Think of me as your partner in business success and growth. ?
Whether it’s 1:1 coaching, MindSweep Mapping, or joining our Chickbook Creative community of business owners, I support idea generators in cultivating clarity and taking action to pursue their best ideas.
My purpose is to illuminate the gifts business owners and entrepreneurs bring to the world. I can’t wait to meet you and get started.