🌟 Let's Get Real About Stress: Building Empires with Sanity by Xa'vonni 🌟
- Emily Correa
- Feb 22
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 8
By Xa'vonni, Founder of Divine Women in Business
Can we have an honest conversation about stress? Not the kind that your typical wellness guru talks about – I mean the real, raw, "I'm building an empire while trying to maintain my sanity" kind of stress. 😅
Listen, I've been there. From my Fortune 500 consulting days to now leading a spiritual business community, I've learned a thing or two about managing stress without sacrificing success. And today, I'm sharing my most powerful insights with you! Yay.🌿✨
Let's Get Real About Stress
You know that feeling when your inbox is overflowing, your calendar looks like a game of Tetris, and someone asks, "How are you managing it all?" Yeah, that's what we're addressing today. 📅💼
Your Morning Sets the Tone 🌅
Here's something I learned the hard way – checking emails first thing in the morning is like inviting chaos to breakfast!! Instead, try this:
Take 10 minutes for meditation (yes, actually do it) 🧘♀️and prayer!
Journal your intentions (not your to-do list) 📝 (I consistently write out my thoughts and plans)
Move your body, even if it's just stretching 🏃♀️(Gym daily should be the PLAN)
Hydrate before you caffeinate 💧(I like mushroom coffee for emergencies...I also drink WATER ALL DAY LONG). Phew! I feel much better. :)
Energy Management is Everything ⚡
Stop trying to manage time – start managing your energy. I discovered this when I was burning out in corporate:
Schedule client calls during your peak hours 📞of energy (mine is around 2-m-4pm and I'm a NIGHT OWL)
Create boundaries around your phone time 📵(Hard to do...but give it a BREAK sometimes!)
Take actual breaks like the GYM..a nap...or a nice walk.. (scrolling Instagram doesn't count) 🚫📱
Listen to your body when it says "enough" 🛑
Your Space Matters More Than You Think 🏡
Your environment either elevates or drains you. Period. Here's what works:
Clear your home office / desk every evening 🧹
Keep crystals nearby for protection 🔮(my home has prayers, affirmations, angels and crystals everywhere!)
Use essential oils for focus 🌿or sage...or incense!
Maintain organized systems (messy space = messy mind) 📚(I'm always decluttering!)
Delegation is Self-Care 🤝
This one's for my perfectionists out there. You cannot do it all, and honestly, you shouldn't:
Identify what only you can do 🎯and BEST at!! and love to do!
Trust others with the rest 🤗 and hire an assistant or two..even AI!
Create systems that work without you ⚙️ (AI again!)
Focus on your zone of genius 🌟 and shine for it!
Rest Like You Mean It 🌙
Remember when we thought "hustling 24/7 was cool?" Yeah, we know better now:
Schedule regular self-care appointments 📅from yoga, GYM, biking (wait thats me!) and visit your Doctor!!
Invest in quality sleep 💤( I LOVE my California King bed!!!)
Spend time in nature 🌳( I bike Lake Michigan all summer! Love the sun and summer breeze through the trees! Plus I visit Florida for the PEACE alot!)
Practice actual rest (not Netflix binge-watching) 📺..clean, comfy pillows and blankets matter!
Making It Work in Real Life
Here's what this looks like in practice:
Morning Reality Check: "Is this task worth my energy today?" 🤔
Afternoon Reset: Take 5 deep breaths between calls (yes, actually count them..I take 30 minute breaks if I can!) 🌬️
Evening Wind-Down: Create a shutdown ritual that signals your workday is done 🌆...just GET TO BED!
The Truth About Stress Management
Here's what nobody tells you – stress management isn't about eliminating stress completely. It's about creating a lifestyle that can handle the pressure without breaking you down. 💪
Your Next Steps
Choose ONE thing from this list to implement tomorrow ✔️
Practice it for a week 🔄
Notice the difference 👀
Add another practice when you're ready ➕
Remember, transforming your relationship with stress is a journey, not a destination. And yes, you can build your empire without sacrificing your sanity. 👑
Want to dive deeper into creating a business that supports your wellbeing? Let's connect.
Schedule Your Divine Strategy Call here!
With grace and authenticity, Xa'vonni
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