Looking back and moving forward: A gentle summer reflection

Looking back and moving forward: A gentle summer reflection

In this episode, I'm taking a pause at midsummer to share some gentle prompts for reflection. As we move into the second half of the year, this is an invitation to look back on the last few months, check in with where you are right now, and think about what you want your summer to look like. Key takeaways from this episode * Why the summer solstice can be a helpful time to pause and reflect * Gentle prompts for looking back on the last few months without judgement * What you might be ready to let go of — and what feels worth carrying forward Links and resources mentioned in this episode Download your Summer Planning Guide [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/seasonal-planning] — For more reflection prompts and gentle ideas to help you move through the summer season with intention. https://www.sarahandmaude.com/seasonal-planning Thanks for listening today, I hope you enjoyed this episode! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so come and say hello on Instagram (@sarahandmaude). Remember to subscribe so you never miss future episodes. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5* rating and review. Connect with Sarah Website sarahandmaude.com [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/] Instagram @sarahandmaude [https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude] @seasonsinbusiness [https://www.instagram.com/seasonsinbusiness/?hl=en] Join my email community [https://sarahandmaude.myflodesk.com/business-life] for seasonal business insights

What if growth isn't always about getting bigger?

In this episode, I'm exploring the idea of growth in business — and questioning whether getting bigger is always the goal. From defining success on your own terms, to staying small by choice, this is a gentle reflection on growth, comparison, and building a business that supports the life you actually want to live. Key takeaways from this episode * Why success and growth are closely connected, but not the same thing * How to define growth in a way that actually supports your life and work * Why staying small can be a strength, not a limitation Thanks for listening today, I hope you enjoyed this episode! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so come and say hello on Instagram (@sarahandmaude). Remember to subscribe so you never miss future episodes. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5* rating and review. Connect with Sarah Website sarahandmaude.com [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/] Instagram @sarahandmaude [https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude] @seasonsinbusiness [https://www.instagram.com/seasonsinbusiness/?hl=en] Join my email community [https://sarahandmaude.myflodesk.com/business-life] for seasonal business insights

Stepping away from the scroll: Rethinking social media

In this episode, I’m reflecting on social media fatigue, online overwhelm, and why I’ve started rethinking my relationship with the constant connection we find at our fingertips. From analogue nostalgia and creative pressure, to evergreen content and real-life community, this is an honest conversation about trying to build a slower, more sustainable way of living and working online. Key takeaways from this episode * Why social media can start to feel more performative than creative * Small changes I’m making to create healthier boundaries around technology and social media * Why I’m focusing more on evergreen content, SEO, Pinterest, and real-life connection Thanks for listening today, I hope you enjoyed this episode! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so come and say hello on Instagram or Threads (@sarahandmaude). Remember to subscribe so you never miss future episodes. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5* rating and review. Connect with Sarah Website sarahandmaude.com [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/] Instagram @sarahandmaude [https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude] @seasonsinbusiness [https://www.instagram.com/seasonsinbusiness/?hl=en] Threads @sarahandmaude [https://www.threads.com/@sarahandmaude] Join my email community [https://sarahandmaude.myflodesk.com/business-life] for seasonal business insights

Feeling the fear and doing it anyway

In this episode, I'm getting vulnerable about the ideas I've been holding back on — and how fear has been quietly getting in the way. If you've been hesitating on something you really want to do, this episode is a gentle reminder that you don't need all the answers before you begin. Key takeaways from this episode * How to recognise when fear is disguising itself as something else * The shift from asking "am I ready?" to "can I just try?" * Making space to work on ideas without the pressure of having it all figured out Thanks for listening today, I hope you enjoyed this episode! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so come and say hello on Instagram or Threads (@sarahandmaude). Remember to subscribe so you never miss future episodes. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5* rating and review. Connect with Sarah Website sarahandmaude.com [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/] Instagram @sarahandmaude [https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude] Threads @sarahandmaude [https://www.threads.com/@sarahandmaude] Join my email community [https://sarahandmaude.myflodesk.com/business-life] for seasonal business insights

Finding a way to begin (when you’d rather be doing something else)

In this episode, I’m exploring what’s really going on when we avoid the things we know we need to do. From small admin tasks to bigger, more meaningful projects, the resistance to begin can be strong. So we're taking a look at procrastination, what it might be trying to show us, and why it often appears when something feels important, unfamiliar, or a little bit overwhelming. I share some of my own patterns and experiences, along with a few simple, supportive ways to approach starting — without pressure, perfection, or the need to have everything figured out. So if you’ve been circling around something, waiting for the right moment, or struggling to take that first step, this episode is a quiet invitation to begin today. Key takeaways from this episode * Why procrastination isn’t always about discipline, or motivation * How fear and overwhelm can create resistance to starting * The “perfectionism loop” — and how it can delay both the start and the finish * Gentle ways to begin, including time-blocking, “eat the frog”, and starting small * A reminder that starting — not finishing — is often the most important step Thanks for listening today, I hope you enjoyed this episode! I’d love to hear your thoughts, so come and say hello on Instagram or Threads (@sarahandmaude). Remember to subscribe so you never miss future episodes. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5* rating and review. Connect with Sarah Website sarahandmaude.com [https://www.sarahandmaude.com/] Instagram @sarahandmaude [https://www.instagram.com/sarahandmaude] Threads @sarahandmaude [https://www.threads.com/@sarahandmaude] Join my email community [https://sarahandmaude.myflodesk.com/business-life] for seasonal business insights