{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Floral CEO","title":"Feeling Overwhelmed as a Florist","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9b4a38d7\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":760,"description":"In this heartfelt and relatable debut episode, Jen opens up about what it feels like to hit “max capacity” as a florist and small business owner. Through her personal experiences—ranging from moving house, caring for her children and pets, to juggling weddings and leadership roles—she discusses how overwhelming life can become when you’re wearing all the hats.Jen offers powerful mindset shifts, communication strategies, and tactical tools to help florists and creative entrepreneurs reset, manage expectations, and get back to their best selves. This episode is a permission slip to feel what you’re feeling and take action that protects your peace and sanity.📝 Key Topics Covered1. The Reality of Hitting Your MaxJen shares her personal chaos: selling a house, moving stress, pet health issues, and business commitments.She normalizes overwhelm and reminds us: it’s okay to feel this way.2. The Myth of “Having It All Together”Society often tells us stress is shameful.Jen calls BS: entrepreneurship is messy, and admitting struggle is brave.3. The Many Hats of a FloristCEO, CFO, accountant, order processor, designer, marketer, client communicator—and more.This immense mental load makes overwhelm common and expected.4. Hitting the Reset ButtonJen’s reset approach begins with expectation management.Set out-of-office replies during busy seasons.Communicate realistic follow-up times (even if it’s 5–7 days).Don’t leave clients guessing—set expectations up front.5. Setting Boundaries Without GuiltIt’s okay to say you’re unavailable—even if technically you’re not booked.Guilt is not a good reason to overextend.Saying no allows you to operate from a place of peace and purpose.6. Honest Communication With Loved OnesStop saying “I’m fine” if you’re not.Share what’s really going on to avoid miscommunication or unexpected emotional blow-ups.Ask for space and understanding when you’re feeling maxed out.7. Talk with Your Partner or Closest PeopleThese people have the most power to...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FHz-UgopUhJpJn1O-4JHblhUpmcOM1-ut37jvDGyuz8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84ODcz/NzBkZGFkZjUyZjU5/ZTk5ODAxMTAzZjFj/NDIzNS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}