005 Creating Your Digital Business On Your Terms (Without The Mom Guilt & Hustle)
"When you’re running at a speed that’s unsustainable, you start to lose connection—not just with the people around you but with yourself. True success is about finding alignment, not just achievement."
- Alexandra Harbushka
In this episode of Money, Motherhood & Manifestation, Alexandra Harbushka dives into the unique challenges of building a digital business as a mom—without falling into the traps of hustle culture and "mom guilt." Alexandra discusses the critical role of regulating one’s nervous system to avoid burnout, stress, and emotional overload, sharing personal stories and insights from her own journey. Rather than relying on sheer willpower and overworking, she emphasizes the importance of balancing business goals with self-care by recognizing and managing signs of nervous system dysregulation, such as chronic fatigue, anxiety, and mood swings. Alexandra also introduces practical methods to cultivate calm and alignment, guiding listeners to build their business in harmony with their well-being and family life. This episode provides an empowering perspective for mompreneurs, encouraging them to thrive by prioritizing inner balance, tuning into their needs, and transforming their ambitions through a peaceful, purpose-driven approach.
Chapters:
1. Introduction to Building a Business on Your Terms [0:00 - 1:18]
2. Challenges of Hustle Culture and Mom Guilt [1:19 - 2:58]
3. Understanding a Dysregulated Nervous System [2:59 - 5:36]
4. Physical and Emotional Signs of Dysregulation [5:37 - 10:10]
5. The Importance of Calming Your Nervous System [10:11 - 12:45]
6. Manifestation Quiz and Journal Prompts [12:46 - End]
