Perfectionism can feel like care, integrity, and pride in our work. And in many ways, it is. But when you’re running a small, human business, the pressure to get everything “just right” can quietly hold you back from being visible, sharing your work, and earning a sustainable income.

In this episode, I explore the tenderness behind perfectionism and the real costs it can have. I talk about how wearing many hats can blur our sense of balance, why people often crave connection over polish, and how to make grounded decisions about where your time and energy actually matter.

I also share two simple questions I use to stay anchored in sustainability and value, plus real examples from my own podcasting practice where imperfection has been part of what made things work.If you’ve ever delayed sharing something because it didn’t feel ready, this one is for you.

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Yarrow

Summer can be a spacious, liminal season in many small businesses. For some, it’s quieter. For others, it’s full and abundant. Either way, it’s an invitation to think intentionally about how you want to move through the coming months.In this episode, I share how I’m preparing my own business for a slower, more spacious summer, including taking extended time off client work, setting boundaries, and working behind the scenes on creative projects.

We’ll explore how to recognise your seasonal patterns, support your income if needed, and make room for rest, experimentation, and long-term thinking.

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Love,

Yarrow

In this episode, I’m exploring boundary-setting as an act of care not restriction. What if tending to your limits felt like taking your business to the spa?

I want to invite you to move away from rigid, fear-based ideas of boundaries and instead approach them as something nourishing, supportive, and even pleasurable.

I talk about:

• Why saying “no” can feel so hard, especially if you’re a kind, creative person
• The deeper fears behind people-pleasing, including wanting to be liked and worries about money
• The hidden costs of unclear boundaries (burnout, resentment, creative blocks, and client confusion)
• How setting boundaries supports not just me, but also my clients and my community
• The connection between resentment and feeling less creative
• What self-abandonment can look like in business (and how I’ve noticed it in myself)

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Yarrow