Ep. 028 w/ Dr. Travis Parry | Striking a Balance
In this episode of Big Freaking Change, host Cara Moeller Poppitt interviews Dr. Travis Parry, an author and entrepreneur, who shares insights on achieving balance in life and work. Dr. Parry discusses the importance of prioritizing what matters most, the challenges faced by different types of business owners, and the unique stressors that come with parenting. He emphasizes the need for emotional well-being and the role of values in making significant life changes.
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Website: https://carapoppitt.com/
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Travis Parry
03:03 The Concept of Balance in Life and Business
08:20 Achieving Balance: Insights from the Book
13:39 Types of Business Owners and Their Challenges
18:53 Gender Differences in Entrepreneurship and Family Dynamics
21:56 The Evolving Role of Parents
24:24 Understanding Stress and Its Impact
31:13 Navigating Change and Fear
38:17 Where to find Dr. Travis Parry
Takeaways:
Balance is less about time and more about priorities.
Making time for what you value leads to a feeling of balance.
Business owners often experience higher levels of stress.
Gender roles can impact stress and parenting responsibilities.
Expressing emotions is crucial for mental health.
Stress can have both positive and negative effects.
Setbacks are a normal part of the change process.
Values should guide financial discussions in relationships.
Courage involves holding onto your values during adversity.
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