Lately, I’ve been feeling something I don’t think we talk about enough as founders… An identity crisis. Not in a dramatic, everything-is-falling-apart kind of way… More like, “Wait… what am I actually building right now?” And if I’m being real with you—The Founder's Guild is going through that with me. Who am I as a solo leader? What is this community without my co-founder? I think there’s this expectation that once you “pick a path,” you’re supposed to just lock in and go. But that’s not actually how it works. Growth changes you. And when you change… your business has to change, too. Steve Jobs got kicked out of Apple. The company HE started. And during that time, he went through a massive identity shift. He started NeXT. He invested in Pixar. He refined his taste, his philosophy, his leadership. And when he came back to Apple— He didn’t just “execute better.” He built a completely different company than before. Elon Musk went from PayPal → rockets → electric cars → AI. Even Oprah Winfrey shifted from news anchor → talk show host → network owner → spiritual teacher. So maybe the identity crisis isn’t a bug… Maybe it’s a signal. A signal that: - You’re outgrowing your current container - Your vision is expanding faster than your structure - You’re being asked to get more honest about what you actually want For me right now, that looks like: Letting go of what I think this should be Getting real about what actually feels aligned And being willing to rebuild parts of this from a deeper place Even if it’s messy. Even if it’s unclear. Even if I don't come across as the "perfect community leader who has it all together all the time." And I have a feeling I’m not the only one. If you’re building something—especially with ADHD—you probably feel this too sometimes. That tension between wanting clarity and constantly evolving. So instead of pretending I have it all figured out… I’m choosing to share this with you. Because this community isn’t about perfection. It NEVER was.

I grew up with a mother who had a terrible relationship with food. Instead of fueling our diet with vegetables and nutrient-dense meals, we would often be fed pre-cooked meals with minimal nutritional value. It didn't matter how hard I would study or how much I would train, my body and mind were always limited. I was frequently tired, malnourished, and found it difficult to concentrate. Now, as an adult, I have learnt the value of food as fuel-not only for your body, but also for your brain. Proteins, Omegas, Electrolytes, Iron. What I've observed in different working environments is how we 'don't have time' to eat a full meal, and instead consume way too much caffeine (as an example) when our bodies get tired. Imagine putting oil into a car that needs fuel-sure, it will run smoothly for a bit, but eventually it'll stop. Unless it is given what is actually needs to keep going. The key to progress, success, and optimal brain function is FOOD. Not just a dash to McDonalds, but a colourful plate of vitamins and nutrients that will fuel your mind and help you focus. The more fruits and vegetables you have in a day, the less likely you are to need all those pills and supplements. It's time we start using what we have and rebuilding our relationship with food, especially if we struggle to concentrate or find ourselves burning out. Do you find time to eat the right foods and take breaks to fuel your body? Or are you burning the engine and only giving it attention when it starts crashing?

As a practitioner and life coach, I have noticed how difficult it is for people to commit to themselves. To invest in their own self-development and wellbeing. We will easily buy supplements, courses, and self-help books-spending so much on trying to 'fix' what we think is misaligned within us instead of simply asking for help. We convince ourselves that spending these small sums of money is better than spending 3 months getting the guidance and learning the tools, but the loop continues until we decide to take the leap. 99% of people have ideas that could change their world, but only 1% actually execute them, why do you think that is? Because we convince ourselves that we will fail before we even give ourselves the opportunity to try. It's the idea of 'playing it safe'. Imagine you could have everything you ever wanted. Imagine it all worked out. What's stopping you from believing in yourself? That's where asking for help becomes the super power. You are not meant to do it all alone. This community is a great example of how support and unity create success. Let this be the space where you share where you are, and ask for help if you feel lost, stuck, alone, or demotivated. I can comfortably say that I have been there, and I have devoted my time to supporting others through the same. Feel free to comment below or DM me with what you're experiencing. Let me help you carry it, so it doesn't have to feel so heavy anymore x Sending love always

How many of you work in 'normal' 9-5 working hours? Does that mean that when the clock hits 5pm your brain switches off and all creativity stops? We live in a world where productivity is defined by how much time and energy to put into something, even if it means you're burning out. This is where ADHD really shines as a super power. Many of us work in irregular times-I personally get sparks of creativity just as I start preparing for bed. Why is that? Because my brain has less pressure and distractions as the night slowly quiets. It has taken a while for me to unlearn that when these boosts of creativity hit, I must follow them. It's in fact the energy that I was pushing the whole day that now has the space to speak and be heard. Don't get me wrong, that doesn't mean getting out of bed and 'burning the midnight oil', your body and brain still need the rest. But just like Rick Rubin says, use the energy whenever it comes and follow it until you feel satisfied. You can dive into the details behind the creativity in your 'normal' work day, but don't force yourself to sleep when you're getting fuelled with great ideas before bed. There is so much more I can say on this, but let's use the comments to discuss further x

I've connected with such incredible humans through this community-each with such a beautiful offering, and a deep story of growth. As a community, we can support and learn more about one another by connecting and aligning in language and transparency. I would love to open the floor and learn about what you do, what you're working towards, and what your offering is. To begin, let me introduce my practice: I created The Ancient Dance on my return from Peru and my initiation into Shamanism. The intention behind this practice is to remind individuals of their light (their power) and guide them back to their authenticity. We do this through 1:1 online sessions, and programs uniquely designed to meet their needs. The idea here is to let go of any self-limiting beliefs, move through any trauma that is hindering growth and transformation, and return to the self through mind, body, and spirit realignment. This is my medicine, my service, and my greatest honour. Please share your work and let's connect x With love and reverence, Michaela