Boundaries for Entrepreneurs Like Me
If you’re like me - an impact-driven, people pleasing, led from the heart entrepreneur, boundaries might feel… tricky!
After all, you care. You want to help. You want to say yes to every opportunity, every request, every person or problem who needs you.
But here’s the truth:
Boundaries aren’t barriers. They’re bridges.
They don’t shut people out — they create the space for you to show up fully, without resentment or burnout.
Why Soul-Led Impact Needs Structure (Yes, Really)
Let’s clear something up: Sacred doesn’t mean chaotic.
Your work can be from the heart, intuitive, and deeply meaningful — and still have a structure that keeps you safe, steady, and sane.
Without boundaries, your energy gets scattered.
Without boundaries, your vision gets blurred.
Without boundaries, your passion becomes pressure.
How to Set Clean, Compassionate Boundaries
Know Your Non-Negotiables: What do you absolutely need to thrive? Quiet mornings? A no-calls-after-6pm rule? Keep these sacred. I make sure my phone has sleep mode…
Communicate Clearly, Kindly: Boundaries aren’t about rejection — they’re about clarity. “I’d love to help, but I’m at capacity right now.”
Protect Your Creative Time: Block out time for your most inspired work. Let this be a promise you keep to yourself.
The Myth of “Always Being Available”
Being led by your heart to make a difference doesn’t mean being endlessly accessible.
Your impact grows when your energy is protected.
Your wisdom lands when you’re not rushing.
And your joy deepens when you’re not stretched thin.
A Simple Boundary-Setting Script
If you struggle to say no, try this:
"I love that you thought of me! But right now, I’m focused on existing commitments, and I want to honour them fully."
Because here’s the truth:
Your work is important and so are you.
And the strongest impact you can make is one that doesn’t cost you your peace!