Dealing with the “Shoulds.” Boundaries for Family and Friends {Ep 229}

Send us Fan MailEveryone has an opinion when you start a business and somehow they get louder the moment you begin to succeed. I'm talking about the endless “shoulds” that come from family, friends, and people who mean well but aren’t building what you’re building and how that noise can drag you into second guessing, overexplaining, and changing your work just to keep the peace. I share simple, real world boundary setting for small business owners. Why the people closest to you are often not your ideal client, how to stop taking business advice from people who don’t run a business, and how to handle the awkward stuff like discount requests and “quick favours” without shrinking your prices or your standards. If you’ve ever felt pressured to justify your decisions, this is your reminder that “thanks” is a full sentence. I also get into dealing with criticism and online negativity, including opinions about using AI in business. You don’t need to convince everyone. You can curate your space, block what drains you, and keep your business identity from taking over every social moment. The goal is confidence, clearer decisions, and a healthier work life balance so you can build without burnout. If this helps, subscribe, share it with a business friend, and leave a review so more people can drop the “shoulds” and build with joy. Support the showHello and Welcome to The Aligned Path with DarleenMy name is Darleen and I support business women to have a Heartfelt Connection to their Business through working with their intuition.You love your business as it has all started coming together and now you understand that Mindset, Spirituality and Intuition are just as important as the logical parts of business. When you work with your intuition in business you can make sound business decisions that you have confidence in; become more confident in yourself as a business woman; and have the ability to say no to things and people that are not aligned.NEXT STEPS ➡️Say hi on Instagram or Facebook at "The Aligned Path with Darleen" and share your favourite takeaway from this episode on your stories. Be sure to tag @thealigendpathwithdarleen for a chance to win a free 30 min coaching call with me!🩷Loving this show? 🩷 Hit subscribe/follow so you don't miss out on more amazing episodes  🩷 Leave a review on your favourite podcast platform so that more women like you can enjoy🩷 Did you know that can subscribe to this podcast for bonus episodes where I talk raw and real about my business journey and with completing Visual Art courses. Subscribe here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568417/supporters/new 🩷I would love to know what your insights/aha's you had from this episode. Please head on over to my FREE...