The Lifelong ROI To Invest in You

The Women in the Arena

Just like gambling, investments do carry some degree of risks, but in this episode, Paige opens a conversation on a different type of investment—the one we make in ourselves.

Reflecting on her personal journey, she draws parallels between the lifelong return on investment (ROI) and the intentional choices we make in self-leadership, emotional management, and navigating relationships. From manifesting positivity inspired by childhood rituals to seeking therapy for mental well-being, Paige delves into the significance of surrounding oneself with women leaders and hiring a personal coach. She shares a poignant holiday season ROI, showcasing the value of setting boundaries in family dynamics.

The episode culminates in emphasizing tools like the Enneagram as invaluable resources for personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace self-reflection and intentionally steer their lives.

Takeaways:

1. Drawing inspiration from women leaders and creating a supportive network contribute significantly to personal growth. The deliberate choice to emulate positive qualities and seek mentorship helps shape a path towards success.

2. Understanding one's motivations, breaking away from automatic thinking patterns, and fostering self-compassion are key elements that empower individuals on their journey of self-discovery and intentional living.

3. The journey of self-investment begins with intentional choices in self-leadership. Managing emotions, navigating relationships with grace, and embracing a proactive mindset are crucial components that yield a lifelong return on investment.

In this episode:

[1:19] Paige opens the episode recalling her recent 10-hour trip to Alabama for Christmas, using the experience to delve into the lifelong return on investment (ROI) of self-investment. Reflecting on her entrepreneurial journey, she emphasizes the significance of self-leadership, managing emotions, and navigating relationships with grace.

[3:58] Recalling watching Nickelodeon's Face in the '90s, Paige shares how a simple ritual of declaring it would be a great day upon waking became her initial foray into manifesting positivity. She also mentions seeking therapy in 2015, highlighting the importance of professional guidance in gaining valuable tools for mental well-being.

[6:49] Recognizing the weight of constant thoughts—60,000 daily, with 80% being useless or negative—Paige emphasizes the impact of having someone help sift through them. She also talks about the investment of surrounding herself with women leaders, which eventually led her to hire her first coach in 2015-2016, marking a crucial step in her personal growth.

[11:38] Paige shares a significant ROI from coaching during the recent holidays, emphasizing her achievement in navigating family dynamics. She proudly recounts how she made a decision to secure an Airbnb in Alabama as a neutral central location for her widely dispersed family.

[17:43] Paige underscores the significance of tools like the Enneagram as a valuable investment in personal growth. She wraps the episode encouraging listeners to embrace self-reflection, emphasizing the importance of slowing down to speed up in life.

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Quotes

1. “And so I find that really, really important is present and being present with somebody is the biggest present you can give. It is the biggest gift you can give.” - Paige Rene, Host

2. “A boundary is when you protect your home and your space–you can't impose a boundary on somebody else. You can't say, hey, you should live your life this way. But you can say, hey, this is, this is (how) what I'm going to do and you're welcome to join or you're not kind of thing.” - Paige Rene, Host

3. “And sometimes it takes slowing down in order to speed up. When you can, slow down and start to look at yourself and ask yourself why you do the things you do. You are able to speed up and get really intentional about the direction that you're heading.” - Paige Rene, Host