top of page

Embracing Your Worth – Overcoming Self-Doubt In Your Clinical Holistic Business

  • Sep 8, 2023
  • 3 min read

Updated: Aug 5, 2024

Written by: Renèe Hughes, Executive Contributor

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

Executive Contributor Renèe Hughes

It’s natural to encounter moments of self-doubt and feelings of low self-worth. Especially is this true of those in clinical and holistic practices as others rely on us for their health and well-being. These emotions can make it uncomfortable to ask people to invest in your services as clients or partners. However, by recognizing your inherent value and cultivating a positive internal mood, you can overcome these obstacles. In this supportive article, we'll explore how to conquer self-doubt and radiate your own kind of confidence, allowing your true worth to shine through in your speech and interactions.

Woman in black blazer sitting on chair

Recognizing the power of your expertise

Take a moment to acknowledge the depth of knowledge and expertise you possess in your chosen field of clinical holistic practices. As a licensed counselor, therapist, aromatherapist or coach, you’ve spent countless hours on your education and expertise. Remind yourself of how you've dedicated yourself to honing your skills and the positive impact you've made on others' lives. Recognizing your expertise builds a strong foundation of self-assurance, making it easier to approach potential clients or partners with confidence.


Embracing your unique journey

Your personal journey, with its triumphs and challenges, has shaped you into the individual you are today. Embrace your unique path and the valuable lessons it has taught you. Every experience has contributed to your growth, giving you a rich perspective to share with others. Embracing your journey fosters self-acceptance and cultivates a sense of authenticity that shines through in your speech and interactions. This personal journey with all its ups and downs is what will connect you deeply to those that you will serve. So embrace it!


Practicing self-compassion

Self-doubt often stems from a lack of self-compassion. Remember that it's normal to feel uncertain at times, and everyone experiences setbacks. Treat yourself with kindness, understanding, and patience. Acknowledge your strengths and achievements, no matter how small they may seem. By nurturing self-compassion, you create a positive internal mood that radiates outward, boosting your joy and positively impacting your interactions. This is crucial as a professional supporting others with their emotional well-being. We want to practice what we preach and radiate emotional excellence.


Celebrating success stories

Take a moment to reflect on the success stories and positive feedback you've received from clients or partners. Remember the lives you've touched, the transformations you've facilitated, and the value you've provided. Celebrate these accomplishments as reminders of the impact you have made and can continue to make. Draw upon these stories to fuel your belief in yourself and your ability to create positive change.


Surrounding yourself with supportive networks

Surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals who understand and appreciate your worth is essential for bolstering your confidence. Seek out supportive networks, whether through professional associations, mentorship programs, or supportive friends and family. Engage in conversations and collaborations that reaffirm your value and reinforce the positive impact you bring to the table. The encouragement and validation from your network can help dispel self-doubt and fuel your internal mood.


Focusing on growth and learning

Adopt a growth mindset, seeing each interaction as an opportunity for growth and learning. Embrace feedback and constructive criticism as valuable tools for improvement rather than personal attacks. Continuously educate yourself, stay informed about industry trends, and seek out professional development opportunities. A mindset centered on growth and learning cultivates confidence, ensuring that you consistently deliver your best self in your speech and interactions.


Overcoming self-doubt and embracing your worth in your clinical holistic business is an incredible journey. By recognizing your expertise, embracing your unique journey, practicing self-compassion, celebrating success stories, surrounding yourself with support, and fostering a growth mindset, you can cultivate a positive internal mood that shines through in your speech and interactions. Remember, you are deserving of success, and your worth is evident in the positive impact you have on others' lives. Embrace your true value, approach interactions with confidence, and watch as your business flourishes.


Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info!

Renèe Hughes Brainz Magazine

Renèe Hughes, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine

Renee Hughes is the CEO & Founder of The Aromaspecialists. She is a trailblazing aromatherapist and mentor who has shattered the myth that success in the clinical holistic industry requires endless hours and burnout. With a part-time approach, Renee has not only achieved remarkable financial success but has also supported hundreds of clinical business owners through her masterclasses and workshops.

Renee's mission is to help licensed and certified clinical and holistic business owners effectively communicate their value. While guiding them to the realization that a thriving business and personal well-being can coexist harmoniously.

 
 

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

Article Image

From Fear to Flow and the Mindset Shift That Unlocks Creative Problem-Solving

When fear is running the show, your mind becomes efficient, controlled, and strangely uncreative, even when you are brilliant. If that sentence landed, stay with it for a moment. Because what I see time...

Article Image

When a Career You Love Ends and What to Do Next?

Over the past few years, a quiet storm has been building across industries once considered ‘buzzing’, reliable careers. What began as temporary pandemic-era shifts has escalated into a substantial...

Article Image

How Delays in Access to Work Applications Impact Job Security and Business Finances

There is a huge backlog in the number of new or existing Access to Work applications being processed, which drastically affects the level of job security and employer finances. That’s according to...

Article Image

Following Trends vs. Following Your DNA – Which Approach Leads to Better Wellness?

What if the secret to your health has been hidden in your DNA all along? The silent code guiding your every move. How genetics may explain what lifestyle advice often cannot.

Article Image

Unshakeable Confidence Under Pressure and 7 Neuroscience Hacks When It Matters Most

Unshakeable confidence is not loud, it is steady. It is what lets you think clearly, speak calmly, and make decisions when the stakes are high and the room is watching. If you have ever felt confident in...

Article Image

Why How You Show Up Matters More Than What You Know

We often overestimate how much executive presence is about what we know and underestimate how much it is about how we show up. In reality, executive presence is roughly 20% knowledge and 80% presence...

4 Stress Management Tips to Improve Heart Health

Why High Performers Need to Learn Self-Regulation

How to Engage When Someone Openly Disagrees with You

How to Parent When Your Nervous System is Stuck in Survival Mode

But Won’t Couples Therapy Just Make Things Worse?

The Father Wound Success Women Don't Talk About

Why the Grand Awakening Is a Call to Conscious Leadership

Why Stress, Not You, Is Causing Your Sleep Problems

Healthy Love, Unhealthy Love, and the Stories We Inherited

bottom of page