Episode Summary: Focus on What You Can Control In this episode of Outside the Treatment Room, host Connie Holm explores how to shift your mindset and energy toward things within your control. From handling client cancellations to navigating social media challenges, Connie shares practical strategies to help beauty professionals stay focused, set boundaries, and take actionable steps toward success. Tune in to discover how letting go of external stressors can empower you to grow both personally and professionally. Key Takeaways: Stop wasting energy on things you can’t change. Focus on your actions, mindset, boundaries, and effort. Use practical tools like a ‘Control List’ and the ‘Pause and Redirect’ method. Set limits on negativity and distractions to maintain clarity and motivation. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder to focus on what truly matters!
Podcast Episode Notes: Focus on What You Can Control
Episode Title: Focus on What You Can Control
Podcast: Outside the Treatment Room
Host: Connie Holm
Feeling overwhelmed by things outside your control? Whether it’s client cancellations, social media algorithms, or personal challenges, it’s easy to get stuck in frustration. In this episode, we’re shifting our focus to what we can control—and letting go of what we can’t. Tune in to learn how to redirect your energy and regain control over your business and mindset.
The Power of Letting Go
Worrying about things outside your control drains your energy and keeps you stuck.
The most successful people focus on what they can influence, not external factors.
What You Can Control in Your Business
Your Actions – Instead of stressing over slow business, take proactive steps like running promotions or learning a new skill.
Your Mindset – Shift negative thoughts into opportunities (e.g., unexpected free time can be used productively).
Your Boundaries – Set limits on your availability and energy; you don’t have to be available 24/7.
Your Effort – Success isn’t about working longer hours but about consistent, focused effort.
Practical Strategies for Staying Focused
Create a ‘Control List’ – Divide a page into “Things I Can’t Control” vs. “Things I Can Control” and focus only on the latter.
Use the ‘Pause and Redirect’ Method – When you catch yourself worrying, ask: “What’s one action I can take right now?”
Set Boundaries with Negativity – Avoid doom-scrolling, gossip, and energy-draining distractions.
Create a Vision Board – Visualize your goals with simple notes or images to stay motivated.
With all the uncertainty in the world, it’s easy to feel out of control. I’ve personally struggled with long to-do lists, frustration over others’ actions, and the mental weight of uncertainty. But by focusing on what I can control, I’ve found clarity and peace—and I want to help you do the same.
A Thought to Leave You With
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn
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