Taking Back Your Business from Patriarchy Standard Practices

There are so many patriacal standards that are designed to self-doubt your methods in your business. I love the article that Kate Northrup wrote regarding how to smash the patriarchy with your business, and I added some other tips based on experience.

While reading, notice what services support patriarchal practices like public speaking methods/ coaching, business seminars or fear-based marketing. Once you are aware, you see it everywhere.

It's an age-old system that we all can’t help but perpetuate to one degree or another, no matter how much we are aware of it; taking the time to dismantle the system so that we can all experience true liberation is absolutely all of our responsibilities. So let's take a look at how we can smash the patriarch and inspire others to do the same. 

Before we can truly dismantle the system, we all need to look at the four patriarchal myths that we perpetuate unknowingly and question things, especially regarding our businesses. 

Myth 1: There’s not enough to go around.

1. Within your business, how do you perpetuate the idea that there isn’t enough for everyone and that you have to fight other people to get what you deserve? How can you let go of this idea? How do you think this way of thinking affects you, how you run your business, and what you offer your clients? 

Myth 2: You have to be perfect to show up for your business 

1. Perfectionism and feeling ‘good enough before you show up for your business is a massive thing that can hold you back for absolutely no reason. What are you waiting for before you start? Is it an internal or external form of approval? What do you think you have to be more, or less of, to be ‘ready’ to show up? How can you switch this around and see how you can achieve everything you want to in work right now whilst doing it a little imperfectly? Showing up imperfectly is one of the ways that we can let go and release the patriarchy in our businesses. 

Myth 3: Bigger is better. 

1. Who says that you have to have the biggest business in the world? This isn’t an excuse to not aim high, but try to take the pressure of growing your business for the sake of growing it and work on how you can truly align your business with your goals and measure your business’ success with how you feel, your sense of purpose and happiness. 

Myth 4: Your body is an impediment to your success.

1. How can you look to work with your body instead of against it when it comes to working for your business? Can you take a moment and stop feeling guilty for taking rest if your body needs it? Can you reject the idea that you have to put productivity before health, that your self-worth is based on how well your career or business is going? How can you do the most meaningful work to yourself whilst living in the body that you have right now? 

Journalling is an incredible way to work through thoughts and ideas, and I’d encourage you to dig a little deeper into these and discover how you can smash the patriarchy for yourself and for your business. Also, I have to say it. SEX. Healthy regular sexual activity for women helps clear their minds and produce the healthy hormone oxytocin. It will help you in your creative process when building your business.