As entrepreneurs, it’s so easy to get so caught up in the never ending grit and tenacity it takes to grow a business. Sometimes wrapped up in the behavours, actions and commitment it takes to accomplish growth. But in the thick of it—when we’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on fumes—we need to remember something crucial: we are so much more than our businesses. We are human beings, navigating the rollercoaster of life with all its ups and downs, and it’s okay to admit when we’re struggling. More importantly, it’s okay to not want it anymore…even temporarily. We all want to quit sometimes…that comes from lack of peace & rest.
The truth is, every single one of us is carrying a burden. Some days, it feels like we’re barely holding it together, silently worrying that if we stop moving, everything we’ve built will crumble. We look around and think others have it all figured out, but underneath, we’re all wrestling with our own fears, doubts, and insecurities. We are all tired. We are all fighting battles no one sees.
I’ve felt that fear—afraid that taking even a moment to pause, to rest, would mean losing everything I’ve worked for, missing opportunities and so on. But I’ve learned the hard way that self-care isn’t something we can afford to neglect. And when we give ourselves permission to rest, we come back stronger. Pouring from an empty cup pushes us further from what we’re really seeking: balance, fulfillment, and peace. We started our business to thrive and to serve. Not suffer.
So if you’re feeling like it’s all too much, you’re not alone. Every one of us is struggling in some way, even if we don’t talk about it. What matters is how we keep showing up—sometimes broken, sometimes imperfect—but showing up nonetheless. And in those moments of vulnerability, that’s where the real growth happens.
You’re allowed to take time for yourself, to heal, to breathe. You’re allowed to not have all the answers. Trust that each small step forward is progress. Stay grounded, stay present, and be kind to yourself—because today, this moment, could be the one where it all finally starts to fall into place. Life is so short…live it through joy & peace.
Anna Sinclair
Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Total Mom Inc.
Anna Sinclair is a trailblazing CEO, award-winning entrepreneur, and angel investor specializing in sponsorships, strategic partnerships, community building, event production, digital content creation, and balancing life as a super mom of three.
A former signed pop artist with Universal Music featured on Disney, and an entertainment industry professional as a casting associate and ACTRA actress, Anna recognized a gap in support systems for working women. She responded by founding Total Mom Inc., the Canadian Women Entrepreneur Industry Gala, and Sinclair Creative Agency, a firm that consults founders and brands bring their mission to life. Her work across these ventures has earned her numerous accolades, including being named one of WXN’s Top 100™ Most Powerful Women in Canada, a Top 40 Under 40 honoree, and features in Forbes.
Anna has led partnerships with over 350 top-tier brands, creating impactful initiatives that reach millions.As a two-time immigrant and refugee success story, Anna aims to support, connect, fund, and represent diverse women entrepreneurs globally.