Ep 7 - Having it all without losing yourself along the way with Nell Diamond

My guest this week is someone I went to college with. I have been watching Nell Diamond from afar the past 9 years, as she launched a successful direct-to-consumer business, built a personal brand, and started an adorable family.  Nell is the Founder and CEO of Hill House Home, a modern home and lifestyle brand. In this episode, we talk about her journey to entrepreneurship, how becoming a mom changed her approach to life and business, the guilt she experiences from time to time (spoiler alert: it's not mom guilt) as well as how she elevates her mood when she has the blues.  I was struck by how self-aware and thoughtful Nell is about the decisions she has made, including her openness about weekly therapy sessions and choosing to ignore the stigma around pursuing a so-called "frivolous" industry. Nell is someone I admire greatly, both personally and professionally, and I have a feeling you will too.   PurposePlays from the episode: Create a list of "mood elevators". What are small things that bring you joy and shift your mood instantly? Whether it's a walk, a croissant and a side of cappuccino, a yoga class, or some quality time with loved ones- write down at least 5 things you can do whenever you're feeling blue and keep that list on hand.  #TherapyThursdays. Let's all get over the stigma around therapy already and embrace this amazing opportunity to "treat" ourselves to an hour of someone else's undivided attention and listening ear. Self awareness is essential to living on purpose and therapy is one of the most powerful tools for training this muscle.    Links: www.hillhousehome.com  @nelliediamond (Instagram) @hillhouse (Instagram) Book recommendation: Unicorn: The Memoir of a Muslim Dragqueen by Amrou Al-Kadhi