As an entrepreneur, my days are filled with constant movement—meetings, decisions, strategies, and the relentless pursuit of growth. In the midst of this hustle, there’s a certain momentum that keeps me going. It’s the drive to push forward and conquer the next challenge. Occasionally, in rare moments of quiet when the demands pause, I find myself avoiding the silence. It’s in those moments I realize: I’m deflecting, not from the world, but from facing myself.
Running a business often means staying in control, consistently having an answer, and always knowing the next move. But to truly look inward, to sit with my own thoughts, means confronting the vulnerabilities I prefer to keep hidden—the doubts, the insecurities, the failures I don’t want to acknowledge. It’s easier to focus on the external—growth metrics, customer satisfaction, market trends—than to confront my internal landscape.
This deflection, I’ve learned, is rooted in fear. Fear that if I stop, if I really look at what’s beneath the surface, I might uncover truths I’m not ready to face. It’s a fear of losing the identity I’ve built as a leader, a creator, and someone who’s supposed to have it all together.
But what if this fear is just an illusion? When I allow myself to stop deflecting, to face myself with the same courage I use to face business challenges, I find something unexpected. The self I’ve been avoiding isn’t a weakness—it’s a wellspring of strength. It’s a source of clarity, creativity, and peace that’s not tied to external success.
In facing myself, I’ve discovered that the resilience I bring to my business is even more powerful when it’s rooted in self-awareness. I also recognize that by not deflecting and facing my fears, I become a better leader, more creative, and find greater fulfillment in everything I do. I challenge you to stop deflecting and have the courage to face yourself. You will see that you have an inner strength that is waiting to be freed. Be brave, and stay strong.
