52 - Three Things My Pregnancy Journey Has Taught Me About Success in Business and Life

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Thanks for tuning into the Instant Impact podcast with Elyse Archer! It’s the one-year anniversary of the podcast. Elyse shares with us her personal journey with pregnancy and the transferable experiences in life and business. There’s a lot to be gained from this episodes, as Elyse touches on important matters such as improved health, increased efficiency and enjoying the process! Don’t let the title deceive you, this episode offers up value to everyone, not just those expecting. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elyse’s life was nothing short of a whirlwind a year ago. She had recently found out she was pregnant, and immediately she shifted gears in both her personal and professional spaces to ensure she would be the best parent she could. This meant adjusting how her business operated, investing in herself through coaching, and even purchasing her dream home. Seven weeks in, she and her husband were struck with the terrible news of a miscarriage. From there, Elyse found her way back to being herself. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flash forward to the day before Thanksgiving this year, and Elyse and her husband were blessed with the good news of pregnancy. Now in her 17th week, she shares three things her pregnancy has taught her and how we can utilize them in multiple aspects of our lives.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">First, Elyse discusses listening to your body and trusting it and your instincts. Your body, she says, will naturally guide your decisions in personal and professional endeavours. Just like the seasons, there are times to be bright and vibrant, and other times to evaluate and assess and heal. Her tips to enforce this mentality include having a morning ritual. Yes, you’ve probably heard it a million times, but creating space to receive answers from your body, your spirit, or a higher power is crucial to respecting what your body is telling you. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weigh