Welcome to the latest episode of The Guiding Brands Podcast! In this insightful episode, our dynamic host, Karen Vick, delves into a topic that transcends traditional business discussions. Joining us is the remarkable Dr. Maxine A. Roddock, affectionately known as Dr. Max, a licensed clinical psychologist renowned for her expertise in the mind-body connection and commitment to mental health. Today, we shift our focus from marketing strategies to the crucial realm of self-care and achieving balance—particularly for business owners who often neglect their well-being amidst their professional responsibilities. Dr. Max shares her wisdom, drawn from a rich tapestry of professional experience and personal ethos, guided by faith and a profound dedication to helping individuals cultivate fulfilling balanced lives.

👩‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Maxine A. Roddock (Dr. Max)

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist 🇯🇲

• Founder of Comprehensive Psychological and Assessment Services (CPAS)

• Advocate for mental health and mind-body connection

• Active community leader and faith-guided professional

🗝️ Key Points:

• Striving for Balance

  🧘‍♀️: Dr. Max emphasizes the importance of balance in life and warns about the negative impact of prolonged imbalance.

• Self-Awareness and Check-ins

  📝: Regular self-check-ins to understand emotions and identify joy as a crucial component for maintaining balance.

• Self-Care Analogies

  🌱: Neglecting oneself is likened to neglecting valued things, highlighting the need for personal care.

• Emotional Markers

  ❤️: Daily moments of joy are indicators of balance; the absence of joy signals imbalance.

• Financial and Emotional Balance

  💸: Balance helps avoid neglecting important areas like finances by preventing excessive indulgence.

• Biblical Roots of Self-Care

  📖: Self-care and rest are rooted in biblical principles and not just secular ideas.

• Social Media Stress

  📱: The constant engagement demanded by social media can disrupt self-care and balance.

• Strategies for Business Owners

  🏢: Tailored advice for business owners to maintain personal well-being amidst demanding schedules.

• Balance Course

  📚: Dr. Max offers a 16-week course focusing on holistic balance, launching early next year.

📌 Resources Mentioned:

• Contact Dr. Maxine A. Roddock

  • 📧 Email:

    M.Ruddock@drmaxineruddock.com

  • 📸 Instagram:

    @designyourmaxlife

• 16-Week Balance Course

  : Combines humor with comprehensive strategies for balancing finances, emotions, physical health, and spirituality.

🔄 Next Steps/Actions:

• Self-Assessment

  🔍: Start with an honest assessment of your self-care practices and daily schedule.

• Small Changes

  ➡️: Implement small, easily manageable changes to build confidence before tackling bigger challenges.

• Protect Boundaries

  🚧: Practice saying "no" to better establish and protect personal and professional boundaries.

• Simple Self-Care Acts

  🌸: Incorporate simple acts like napping, walking, gardening, or listening to enriching podcasts as natural stress relievers.

• Join the Course

  📝: Consider enrolling in Dr. Max's 16-week course to gain comprehensive strategies on achieving balance.

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✨ Until next time, stay balanced and take care of yourself!

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