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ENERGY. By Brodie-Lee Tsiknaris
Do you protect your energy in a world that is incredibly fast paced, and with client demands through the roof? Many of us in the hair industry are people pleasers, I know I definitely was. I was the worst at saying NO, I would say yes to absolutely everything, even if it meant not sleeping and putting myself last. But I no longer see that as a hero act, because I know it’s not sustainable. I have a responsibility as a business owner, a mother and someone who is paid to make people feel beautiful and uplifted when they leave my chair, to put forth the best version of myself and protect my energy. It is now more important than ever, that we as hairdressers/business owners protect our energy and switch off. We put soooo much into looking after our teams and wearing so many hats that sometimes we forget about ourselves, and if we’re not doing that, then the chances are we don’t have the energy or time to put into our businesses to be able to grow and make them blossom. So why don’t we look after our energy and ourselves more? If covid has taught us one thing, it’s how to adapt and slow down… .l like to find 15 minutes at the beginning and end of every day for myself. I know this can be incredibly hard with children, business, staff etc, however 15 minutes for you means that you’re putting yourself first and giving yourself time to fill up your cup and destress. That fifteen minutes can be different for everyone, for me its meditation and gratitude practice; it’s a time with no noise from the outside world, switching off from emails and allowing myself to just surrender to that 15-minute break. We have access to the most incredible resources at our fingertips, that make it easy to work on yourself. We have apps such as Calm, Headspace and Alo Moves, even for yoga at home! The list is endless, but by finding space for yourself, you not only put your best self forward, but you also open space for others. It can set your intentions and put you in the best frame of mind for the day ahead or perhaps it’s been a long day full of challenges, so it’s a way to switch off and forget, so you have a restful night’s sleep and calm the nervous system. Tips to deal with problems in the workplace. When problems arise and make you feel uneasy, stressed, or upset, just take 5. Sit and ask yourself what is it that I need, to feel better in this situation ? What emotion am I holding on to, and how can I turn this in to a positive? sit with the emotion and write a list. Look at it on paper, analyse and put into plan a strategy to help you through it. Everything looks a bit better on paper and quiet often it’s not as bad. If you have a Team member who is unhappy, stressed, not coping or maybe causing your energy to suffer… stop and think, what can I do to lift their spirits? What do they need from you as a support person? and how can you help them, therefor help your whole team and your own stress and worry, if you don’t know what it is, ask them! They will appreciate your time, concern, and want to help them.
I read something recently about People and Business owners, experiencing stress around having a different opinion, or confrontation with someone, causing you more grief than it’s worth and draining your energy. There are some great points here that deserve a place to be raised and perhaps bring you some comfort in reading them, I know it did for me. 1. Realise that other people thinking differently, is actually a good thing. You cannot value independent thoughts and expect everyone else to like you. 2. Be ok with knowing what is right for you, When you think that you know what is right for someone else, you are thinking you are of a higher power. 3. Separate the human from the opinion, Don’t take it personally if they are making you feel like you have done wrong, they are acting from a place of hurt or fear. You don’t make a scared puppy dog wrong, you offer it love and support, but you also don’t allow it to shit on your floor! 4. We were never promised that life would be fair, it isn’t fair. Often, there are time there is no solution where everyone wins. When you accept this, you realise that’s just life and you start living. And the moral of my thoughts… Don’t just work on your business, work on yourself every damm day! You will experience an abundant life, full of meaning and gratitude, and everything will be a little easier and a little clearer. Until next time, Brodie xx
