Business Advice Often Works for Men — But Burns Women Out

Women in business aren’t overwhelmed because they lack discipline.

They’re overwhelmed because most business advice ignores the emotional and mental load women carry.

In this episode, Maya breaks down why hustle culture and “just be consistent” advice doesn’t work for women, how nervous system regulation plays a role in burnout, and why balancing masculine and feminine energy is essential for sustainable success.

You’ll learn how the STOP. THEN DO IT.™ method helps women slow down, reconnect with themselves, and take aligned action — without giving up ambition or momentum.

This episode is for women in business who:

Feel overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted

Are tired of forcing productivity

Want a healthier business mindset

Are craving clarity, alignment, and intentional living

Want success that supports their life — not consumes it

This is a conversation about entrepreneurship, self-development, nervous system awareness, and intentional living — because overwhelm isn’t a discipline problem. It’s a clarity problem.

Follow the podcast and share your thoughts — I’d love to hear what landed for you.

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✋ Stop.

💛 Then.

⚡ Do it.

Self-development is the part of entrepreneurship no one talks about —yet it’s what determines whether you grow… or burn out.

In this episode, Maya speaks honestly about self-development for entrepreneurs and why business growth demands personal growth long before it grows your income.

From early discovery calls with a small client portfolio, to learning how personality builds trust, to navigating pressure, responsibility, and leadership as your business expands — this episode explores how entrepreneurship shapes who you become at every stage.

This isn’t surface-level mindset advice.
It’s a grounded look at the emotional, mental, and identity shifts that come with building something of your own.

This episode is for:

• Entrepreneurs and business owners feeling overwhelmed or unprepared
• Freelancers navigating growth and responsibility
• Founders facing pressure, leadership challenges, or self-doubt
• Anyone who wants to grow a business without losing themselves in the process

This is a conversation about business mindset, leadership, emotional intelligence, and sustainable growth — because your business can only grow as much as you do.

Follow the podcast and share your thoughts — I’d love to hear what landed for you.

You can also connect with me on Instagram:
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✋ Stop.
💛 Then.
⚡ Do it.

Have you ever reacted in the moment…
and later sat with that quiet thought: Why did I do that?

In this very first episode, Maya introduces the foundation of her STOP. THEN DO IT.™ method — a powerful framework for self-development, business mindset, emotional intelligence, and intentional decision-making.

This episode isn’t about motivation or surface-level mindset tips.
It’s about understanding why you react the way you do — in business, relationships, leadership, and everyday life — and how to respond with clarity instead of impulse.

If you’re a woman building a business, navigating growth, or working on yourself and your mindset, this episode will help you slow down, think clearly, and lead from a grounded place.

• Why your reaction isn’t the problem — it’s the symptom
• The real internal sequence behind every reaction: thought → emotion → response → result
• How emotional reactions impact business decisions, communication, and boundaries
• What STOP actually means in real life (especially for entrepreneurs)
• How to build emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Why clarity is the foundation of confidence, leadership, and a strong business mindset

This episode is for women who want:

• Personal growth and self-development
• A calmer, stronger entrepreneur mindset
• Better decisions in business and life
• Healthier boundaries and communication
• More peace, confidence, and control over their reactions

This is about becoming the woman who responds intentionally — not reactively — in her business, her relationships, and her life.

This is where it starts.

If this episode resonated, follow the podcast and leave a comment or review with your thoughts — I read them all, and your words help this space grow.

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✋ Stop.
💛 Then.
⚡ Do it.