Two years ago, on the verge of a milestone birthday, Teresa Capaldo found herself at a crossroads: She could continue on autopilot, working in a job she had begun to resent and that was negatively impacting her self-worth, family, and relationships.
Or, she could make a change.
“I was not seeing myself as worthy,” Teresa admitted in our recent interview with the ASPIRE Success Club, “and that was getting in my way.”
After deep soul-searching, personal healing, and conversations with the people she cares about most, Teresa decided to take a bold leap in the direction of her dreams. She started her business, TeresaCapaldo.com, and as a “straight-talk clarity strategist” helps multi-passionate online business starters crystallize their passion into clear, confident action.
Teresa shared many tips during our Adventures In Boldness interview, such as:
- Step out of your comfort zone. Growing up in an abusive household, fear became Teresa’s constant companion – one that she learned early how to manage. “It’s not the task – the doing – that we fear,” she suggests, “it’s the unknown.” Action is how you relieve the stress and minimize the fear so you can get about the work you’re here to do.
- Talk to yourself – out loud and often. We all know the value in positive self-talk, and Teresa takes it one step further by talking to herself out loud. “I forewarned my teenage son about this before his summer vacation,” she mentioned with a smile.
- Make decisions with intention. Teresa is very clear about what she’s creating, which helps her make confident decisions that support her dream. “I am on a journey that’s about helping other people and experiencing personal fulfillment,” she acknowledges. She chooses in favor of this intention whenever possible.
At the time of her bold leap, Teresa felt like she was being a bit selfish. But now, as she spends more time with her son and husband, creates healthy meals, and overall has more patience and joy, she has come to a valuable conclusion: “My ‘being selfish’ has improved my entire family.”
And, I would add, her delighted clients as well!
Learn more about Teresa and her clarity work at www.TeresaCapaldo.com.
Dr. Christi Hegstad helps you successfully do what you love! As a Certified Executive and Leadership Coach and the President of MAP Professional Development Inc., she coaches executives and leaders who need to get unstuck – whether in your leadership ability, income level, or from spinning your wheels in the day-to-day. Christi helps you flourish towards your purposeful vision with clarity, confidence, and meaningful action.
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