![]() This notion is based in neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud's theory about dreams. For example, dreaming that your teeth are falling out doesn't mean that you're afraid of the dentist (though I totally am). ![]() ![]() According to the Sleep Matters Club, bad dreams aren't literal and usually point to another fear entirely. Getting to the root of your anxieties and fears while you're awake could help you sleep more peacefully at night. The good thing, however, is that bad dreams probably aren't going to hurt you like in the aforementioned horror film - but they are probably trying to get your attention. Some common dreams caused by fear are actually a reflection of what you're subconsciously afraid of IRL. For me, it's running the business mostly from home on my computer and phone so I can be with my kids during the week.If you have bad dreams on the regular, going to bed at night might feel like you're stuck in A Nightmare On Elm Street. How to balance work and family is such a personal decision for every entrepreneur, and hats off to anyone that figures out what works for them. Katie Raquel, a Weebly user and founder of Katie's Coldpress, told me in a discussion, "One fear was that I'd invest loads of time in something away from my daughter, and then not see it pay off. There is definitely no one-size-fits-all solution for every business and founder. Be sure to surround yourself with partners who understand the need for balance - and who won't make you feel guilty about also living your life. The ability to focus on family and friends while keeping sales rolling is essential. Thankfully, with the right support system, running a business doesn't have to be a hinderance on your personal life. So, what will happen to your personal life and relationships? If you're an entrepreneur there's a good chance that the line between personal and professional life is a bit blurred already, but it's impossible to start a business without wondering how your family, friends and your Facebook feed will react. You're getting ready to pour a majority of your time and energy into starting a business, because if you don't it will be difficult to succeed. Related: 5 Ways Fear of Failure Can Ruin Your Business Throw away the idea that there's a perfect work-life balance. By identifying people who are excited about the work you're doing, your support system will solidify quickly. Your community should be made up of a few groups - investors, partners and passionate customers - as each will aide in your financial success. A key element here is identifying and building your community. Let's be honest, passion and grit can only take you so far in business, and without being financially stable the business will stall (and your bills will pile up). It could have been anything, from setting a up a spreadsheet, looking up an idea, Googling a name idea, making one phone call - even if no one picked up. "Right after getting home from work, I would sit at my computer and tell myself to get only one single thing done. Most people have jobs and a regular life they are managing already," Jeff Wiguna, CEO and co-founder of Kuju Coffee and a Weebly user, said in an email. "Getting started is really tough because you're making a change in your daily routine. Realistic goals are especially important when you're starting your business as a side hustle. Related: The 5 Actions You Must Take to Beat the Fear Blocking Your Success Entrepreneurs are often type-A perfectionists, but remember that everything does not have to be perfect to start testing versions of your product, start building your own website and talking about your business to anyone who will listen. Those small goals will not only make the company mission more digestible and less intimidating but will give you a good indication of where to actually begin. Start by identifying what your overall company mission is, and build smaller, achievable tasks that serve as stepping stones to reaching that mission. If there is one trait entrepreneurs have in common it's the ability to set goals. Where do you even begin? There is an inordinate amount of detail to think about and processes to put in place. Set attainable goals - then ignore your inner perfectionist. Below are a few ways to overcome some of the biggest mental roadblocks entrepreneurs face that I've picked up from my own journey and discussions with fellow entrepreneurs.
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