The Hidden Reason Behind Burnout: Low Self-Worth
We women entrepreneurs, especially those running small businesses, are often great at one thing — burning ourselves out. But why? It comes down to a deep-rooted issue of self-worth.
If you’re constantly pushing yourself, working long hours, and skipping self-care, you might be thinking you don’t deserve to rest. There’s this nagging voice telling you that you’re not doing enough. So, what happens? You overwork. You overgive. And you neglect the very thing that powers your success — YOU.
Why We Don’t Prioritize Ourselves:
- You skip vacations, quiet time, or moments with family.
- You feel like you need to deliver more results, earn more money, and prove yourself.
What’s driving this relentless push? It’s a deep-seated belief that you’re not enough. But the truth is, the more you deny yourself rest and care, the closer you come to burnout — and when that happens, you lose your edge.
The Power of Taking Time Off
It sounds counterintuitive, but the quickest cure for burnout is taking time off. Yes, step away from the laptop, put down the phone, and disconnect from the endless to-do list. Whether it’s a walk in nature, a bath, or some yoga, give yourself the permission to rest.
You’ll be amazed at how much more productive and creative you’ll become after recharging.
Undercharging = Undervaluing Yourself
Another way low self-worth shows up? Pricing. Many women entrepreneurs undervalue their services, charging too little for their offerings. The result? You’re barely surviving financially, mentally, and emotionally.
When you’re constantly focused on how to make ends meet, you’re trapped in survival mode. You can’t serve your clients fully, and they don’t get the best of you. It’s a vicious cycle of dissatisfaction.
Solution: Raise Your Prices, Raise Your Confidence
It’s time to raise your rates. Yes, you heard that right! When you value your worth, you create space to hire help, grow your business, and serve your clients better. This also frees up your time and energy to focus on what truly matters — and brings you closer to having it all.
Trust Issues: A Block to Growth
Another reason we face burnout is a lack of trust — not just in others, but in ourselves. We’ve been conditioned to question our business decisions and money management skills. Many women haven’t been taught how to create wealth, just how to spend it. This leads to a lack of confidence in running our businesses.
Building self-trust is key. You need to trust that you can make decisions, delegate tasks, and build a sustainable business without constantly controlling every detail.
Let Go of Control
Let’s be honest, how many times have you handed off a task, only to hover over your team, second-guessing their every move? Control issues are another manifestation of burnout. You’re not just physically exhausted, but mentally tied down by the need to oversee everything.
To grow your business, you need to let go of this control. Trust your team. Trust yourself. When you delegate effectively, you free up mental space, reduce stress, and give your business the opportunity to thrive.
The Addiction to Praise
One surprising cause of burnout is our addiction to the praise we receive for our work. Whether it’s from customers or team members, those compliments fuel us. They make us feel loved and valued.
But here’s the catch: when you delegate tasks, you might fear losing that praise. You may think, “If I’m not the one doing this, I won’t get the recognition.” It’s a tough pill to swallow, but holding onto this need for validation keeps you stuck in a burnout cycle.
Breaking Free from the Burnout Trap
At the root of burnout lies a deeper issue of self-sabotage. Somewhere deep inside, you believe you don’t deserve to have it all — the business, the success, the love, the freedom. This upper limit problem is a mental barrier you need to break through to stop the cycle.
To truly thrive, you need to believe that you are enough, that you do deserve success, and that you can have it all.
So, beautiful, if you’re stuck in a cycle of burnout, it’s time to dig deep. What beliefs are holding you back? Why do you keep sabotaging your own success?
If you’re ready to break free from burnout, boost your confidence, and scale your business, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to uncover what’s blocking you from the success you truly desire.
You deserve to have it all. Let’s make it happen.