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Did you know? Because I didn't.

I just learned that bananas are curved because they grow towards the sun.

They're drawn to light.

Which makes me appreciate them just a little bit more now.

I feel like bananas and I (including my business) have something in common.

I mean, I like the sun. I'm drawn to it. Maybe even shaped by it (think: the light tan I get when I attempt to grab a little bit of vitamin D here and there).

And as someone who's downright freezing 90% of the time (even when others are sweating buckets) I fully appreciate the glorious sunshine and extra warmth of the summer months.

Beaches and sunny days and beautiful sunlit windows bring me joy... and shape who I am.

But me and bananas... it goes even further...

Because in the same way, what I put in my mind is what grows and shapes me -- kinda like a banana is reshaped by what it's "growing toward."

What goes in my mind shapes:

• who I become

• how I treat others

• how I feel (up or down, joyful or discouraged)

• my level of resilience

• and whether or not I live out my hopes, goals, and dreams

​​"Be transformed by the renewing of your mind" is part of my favorite Bible verse (which you might appreciate if you're a faith-fueled girl like me).

But either way, brain neurology beautifully backs this up, showing that our minds are literally, physically shaped and changed (no matter our age!) by what we think and input.

So I choose to be shaped by what helps me love others well.

What helps me live out my gifts and talents.

What helps me feel more calm and confident in who I'm meant to be.

Because what I put in (combined with my naturally given personality) is the recipe for who I become.

So hey -- is this a new concept for you? Or are you already hyper-aware of what's shaping you?

Because unlike a banana, you have control here.

You can be shaped by whatever the algorithm pushes your way. By the negative people in your life. By the discouragement you feel. By the doubts circling in your head.

Or you can choose to be more like a banana and be shaped by light.

By intention.

With what you read, listen to.

By sitting still and being quiet.

By putting gratitude on repetition in your head.

This isn't a small part of my life. It's a daily intention. It's stillness and reading and listening and choosing.

So take a quick heart-check!

Big-Hearted Woman in Business, what are you letting in your heart and mind?

How much time are you spending on renewing your mind? Resetting your thoughts and emotions?

These aren't optional things. Don't wait to "have time for" more intention.

If we don't do it intentionally, we'll simply be shaped accidentally.

By the influencers, the hustlers, the news, the negativity, the hopelessness, the nay-sayers.

Because Female Solopreneurs Friend -- you want better than that.

And your business (+ family & friends) will thank you!

​​What do you think?

Are you growing intentionally into the person you want to be? Or drifting?

Feel free to reply and tell me a book, a resource, a verse or quote, an Instagram account, or a person that you intentionally lean into to help you grow into the woman you want to be. I'd love to hear!

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Always cheering you on!

With Purpose & Joy!

-Shannon

>>Brand & Marketing Strategist, Creative Director, Small Business Mentor

​www.FeatherBlueStudios.com

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