Episode 27: The Calm Before the Sparkle — Protecting Your Peace Before the Holiday Rush

🌟 Episode Length: 8 minutes, 3 seconds

💬 In This Episode:You know that weird, quiet moment before everything speeds up... the calm before the holiday storm?Your to-do list is buzzing in the back of your mind, but for now, there’s a stillness, almost like your business is holding its breath.

In this week’s episode, I’m sharing how I’m navigating that in-between space, the pause before the chaos, and how I’m learning to protect my peace, trust my pace, and prepare for the busy season ahead without losing myself in the process.

From re-tagging over 1,000 pieces of jewelry for upcoming markets to juggling three brands and finding content consistency, I’m getting real about what this season actually looks like behind the scenes...messy, imperfect, and still so full of progress.

🔍 What You’ll Hear:

🎁 The truth about what “holiday prep” really looks like behind the scenes🧠 Why peace isn’t laziness — it’s a smart strategy to avoid burnout📆 How scaling back on events is helping me stay focused and creative💬 The reality of imperfect consistency and learning to give yourself grace✨ A reminder that quiet progress is still progress

💬 Quote to Remember:“Peace doesn’t mean laziness. It’s a strategy so you don’t burn out.”

💛 This Week’s Listener Challenge:Pick one small thing you can prep now that your future self will thank you for later.It could be updating your booth checklist, photographing your products, or mapping out your next two social posts.

One small, intentional step towards calmness.

✨ Let’s Connect:Come hang out with me on Substack to find creative biz reflections, behind-the-scenes stories, and printable resources to keep you inspired this season.

You can also find me on Instagram @SparkleAndShinePodcast — DM me anytime! I’d love to hear how you’re preparing for your own busy season.