Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT

Creating safe space for #foundermentalhealth. #traumatherapist, #somaticpsychotherapist 3 X Founder @somavida @womenwhocowork #Tools4Founders #startupwell

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

There’s an unspoken agreement in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, not to share our vulnerabilities and it’s costing us our mental health. Let’s break the silence, together.

[Enthuse Foundation @Enthuse_Fndn]

Gender inequality is still a reality that too many face. Speaking out is essential to creating a world where every person, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities. Thank you @Malala for #educating others on the importance of speaking up. #womenshistorymonth

[Dr. Emily Anhalt @dremilyanhalt]

We see the world through the lens of our own experience, bias, trauma, and desire.

The ability to separate your personal truth from “objective truth” is a difficult but important skill that needs to be practiced every. single. day.

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

Let’s treat Rest as an essential business skill. Who’s with me?

[Aaron Houghton @aaronwhoughton]

Founders, you think working hard is hard?

Try resting and recovering. Way harder.

I’ve had no fewer than five conversations about this exact topic with very successful entrepreneurs who are on the brink of exhaustion this week.

And I’m there myself right now, recovering from something viral I caught traveling last week.

The entrepreneurial mind gets wired for productivity and the gratification that comes from progress. That’s why we build so many things.

Then, when we pause to restore our mental and physical resources, we feel ineffective and unsatisfied. It mentally hurts. It’s really hard.

Resist the urge to move when you need to rest. Remind yourself that rest and stillness are the most effective things you can do now to be productive later.

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

@AmandaMGoetz Absolutely, well articulated. Serious burnout recovery started in 2021, been in the rebalancing phase for awhile and starting to feel the spark again!!! Going through this cycle as a founder is hard but truly transformational. Consciousness is key.

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

@thesamparr I’m in! ATX 🔥

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

@aaronwhoughton 💯 we are taught, rewarded, encouraged, pushed to develop a strong work ethic/productivity. Yet when do we learn the skills of slowing down and recharging? 99% of my work with clients is centered in teaching skills of rest and energetic recovery. Thanks for spotlighting this!

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

@naveed_l @galeforceVC @Founder_Pledge Hello @naveed_l and yes! +1 for @FoundersPledge - it’s also listed in the resource page I curated.

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

This right here ⬇️. And the protective systems we developed in our family of origin will be provoked in the experiences we have in our business. The more conscious and compassionate we become towards these protective parts, the more choice we have to choose new responses.

[Heartwood Collective @heartwoodhq]

Try this: Assume that as a founder you are recreating your family of origin in your company.

How are you playing out or reacting against the role you had in your family when you were a kid?

#mindfulleadership #leadership #CEO #startups

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

Honored to be joining @CatJohnson along with 116+ space operators registered for Friday's Coworking Convo. Topic : Staying engaged and inspired as a community builder. I will be sharing my best energy management practices to help sustain your superpowers
https://t.co/2IuXPJeOj1

[Robyn Ward @rmward]

According to the @wef Future of Jobs 2023 report, qualities of emotional intelligence such as resilience, curiosity, lifelong learning, motivation & self-awareness, are critical for leadership success and innovation.

Reminder, EQ isn't a soft skill ⬇️

https://t.co/b24fbOhKyv

[Heartwood Collective @heartwoodhq]

Take an hour to process stress and build resilience.

Join us this Friday at noon PT

Eventbrite here: https://t.co/IMgaLy3LdO

#leadership #resilience #startups

[Esther Perel @EstherPerel]

On a recent hike, I spoke with a friend about the difference between being alone and feeling lonely. In my office, I’ve heard many people talk about loneliness, the kind that is timeless and familiar as well as the kind that seems specific to this era.

I dive deeper into this topic in this month's newsletter, available through the link below.

https://t.co/Sp63sWEe47

[Heartwood Collective @heartwoodhq]

Burnout is a risk for every founder. Building your resilience as a founder, allows you to maintain clarity through the ups and the downs. One part of resilience is understanding your stress triggers. Do this on your own or with a coach-->https://t.co/DkIN9KWYlV
#startups #pilea

[Heartwood Collective @heartwoodhq]

Join us this Friday (12pm PT | 3pm ET) for a breathwork practice to calm stress, and build resilience.

If you are feeling burnt out- this is a sign to support your nervous system!

https://t.co/1LW6UYR2vU
#wellness #leadership #startups #burnout https://t.co/lMffo3oOLR

[ellie middleton 🌻 @elliemidds]

friendly reminder that if your body is forcing you to stop (getting poorly, feeling run down, fatigue, aches and pains) then it’s probably a sign that you should listen to it and rest

[Robyn Ward @rmward]

Are you balancing hustle vs. self care. In times like this, ⚖️ is more important than ever.
https://t.co/oD3nSZcFej

[Ryan Vaughn @RyanHVaughn]

I'm not even trying to be the best.

Why?

Being the best steers you in the wrong direction
Being the best requires others to be worse

Instead, I'm aiming for great. By my own definition.

https://t.co/ge6A74TNgZ

[Dr. Matthew Jones @Dr_MatthewJones]

If some of y'all put as much energy into inner work as you do your "habits" "routines" and "productivity" you might have far more significant results.

[Laura Shook Guzman, LMFT @LShookGuzman]

@Dr_MatthewJones Was just seeing more productivity hacks and products in my threads - with no mention of mental health!! - and thinking the same thing. Well said 👏