As entrepreneurs and businesswomen, have you ever felt that your success and achievement of your goals were directly related to completing the never-ending list of courses and certifications or adding more credentials after your name?
It’s not the next course or certification that moves us forward; it’s how we feel on a daily basis. Our well-being is the secret sauce enabling us to show up as our best selves, impacting our daily performance and overall success. And what often gets overlooked? Your gut health.
Gut Health - Unveiling the Dynamics
Optimal gut health is characterized by abundant and diverse beneficial “good” microbes.
Poor gut health can involve an overgrowth of harmful “bad” microbes, insufficient good microbes, a lack of diversity of the good microbes, and potentially a leaky gut.
Gut Health - Warning Signs
Gut health issues manifest in different ways, with some symptoms being subtle while others are more drastic.
Here are a couple of ways that poor gut health can impact your well-being:
-Fatigue
-Anxiety
-Digestive issues like – bloating, heartburn, gas, diarrhea/constipation, indigestion
-Immune system issues
-Gut Health and Women's Entrepreneurial Journey
Here are a couple of ways that symptoms of poor gut health can impact your ambitions as an entrepreneur.
Fatigue
Constant fatigue disrupts concentration. You may reach for another mug of coffee but notice no difference. Fatigue disrupts creativity, raises stress levels, and hinders your ability to tackle tasks effectively.
Anxiety
There is a two-way communication system between your gut and your brain. Your brain sends messages to your gut and vice versa. When you are feeling anxious, you may experience more digestive issues. The anxiety and digestive issues can affect your participation in social events and make it harder to focus on day-to-day tasks with the worry and potentially steering decisions away from the confident CEO within you.
Digestive Issues
Digestive issues or tummy troubles range from bloating, heartburn, gas, diarrhea/constipation, and indigestion, making you uncomfortable and distracted. Spending your day on those unwanted symptoms diverts your focus from your true passions.
Immune System Struggles
About 70% of our immune system is in our gut; neglecting your gut health may lead to more frequent illnesses, more sick days, and more exhaustion. This is ultimately posing a challenge to maintaining entrepreneurial momentum.
Final Thoughts
The common thread linking all of these challenges is poor gut health. As entrepreneurial women, maintaining focus and avoiding distractions is vital to help channel energy into ourselves, our businesses, and our clients. If you have noticed these symptoms or are eager to optimize your gut health to help unlock your full potential, click HERE to book a call. Let’s prioritize your well-being, empowering you to thrive and achieve your goals as an entrepreneur.
