When Plans Fall Apart: Building the Mindset to Keep Moving Forward
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As we continue the theme of planning ahead for 2026, today’s episode goes deeper—beyond goal setting—to explore what happens when things don’t go according to plan. Because let’s face it: no matter how well we plan, life and business will throw curveballs. What matters most isn’t the setback—it’s how we respond to it.
In this episode, I share personal stories of when my plans derailed, the lessons learned from rebuilding stronger, and how to develop the resilient mindset every rehabpreneur needs to thrive through uncertainty.
Listen to the full episode as we discuss:
💪 Embrace the Rollercoaster
Success isn’t linear. Every entrepreneur experiences ups and downs, and your ability to adapt will define how far you go.
🔥 Fail Forward
See challenges as opportunities to grow, not reasons to quit. Life isn’t happening to you—it’s happening for you.
🧘♂️ Practice Self-Acceptance
Stop chasing external validation. True confidence comes from believing in yourself—not in what others think of you.
🧭 Choose an Active Mindset
You can’t control every event, but you can control your response. Taking ownership gives you power over your direction.
🫶 Detach Emotionally, Decide Logically
Don’t take things personally—whether it’s client pushback, team issues, or rejection. Stay grounded in your values and vision.
💭 Growth Requires Reflection
Mindset work is just as vital as marketing or systems. Without it, even the best strategy won’t create lasting success.
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