170. Should you start a business around your passions? with Sophie Couwenbergh, former travel blogger

The Freedom Formula Podcast: Achieving Financial, Location and Time Freedom

Sofie, the founder of a travel blog, shares her journey as a digital nomad and the challenges she faced in maintaining location freedom. She discusses how turning her passion into a business affected her mental health and the need to redefine success. Sofie emphasizes the importance of finding balance, focusing on other aspects of life, and deriving value from more than just business achievements. She shares her experience of reevaluating her identity and finding joy in activities outside of work. Sofie also highlights the significance of decision freedom and making choices that align with personal values. Takeaways

• Turning your passion into a business can lead to a loss of joy and a blurred boundary between work and personal life.
• Deriving value from more than just business achievements is essential for mental well-being.
• Finding balance and focusing on other aspects of life can help prevent burnout and maintain overall happiness.
• Decision freedom is crucial in creating a business that aligns with personal values and brings fulfillment.

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