I Knew I Made It When…

Mindset Shifts That Brought Me Abundance, Joy & Flow in Business

For a long time, I thought “making it” meant hitting certain income milestones, building a big audience, or achieving goals that looked good on paper. Trust me, I love goals. My favorite question to every business owner at Ritual Space is “what’s in your business plan?” But through my journey as a wellness entrepreneur, hypnotherapist, and guide, I’ve learned that success isn’t just about external results—it’s about cultivating an abundance mindset and creating a business and life that feels aligned, joyful, safe, and sustainable.

I was sitting in the Sun Room today, wrapped in a blanket on the coach. Sunbathing in the window and easing into my afternoon work flow. Incense burning, warm tea in hand. The french doors leading into the coworking space were open. The energy easily flows through the space when both sets of french doors are open, it brings me so much peace. It was actively quiet, I could hear people typing away, working in the other room, focused and at ease. I was catching up on emails and planning content for the day while I waited for my 1 pm private client. My phone buzzed, I had received a client invoice, paid in full. I took a deep breath in and settled into so much ease in my exhale. Like my awareness arrived in the present moment, fully living in the life that was once a dream. I knew that I had made it.

The real “I made it” moments aren’t about numbers or accolades. Today I experienced it in the subtle and powerful observation of my mindset — these mindset shifts I have been growing over time that have allowed me to move from scarcity to abundance, from burnout to balance, and from hustle to flow. When I allow myself to show up fully in the present moment with this mindset, I can identify the shift more consciously and acknowledge the joys of my creation.

If you are growing a business or simply seeking more peace and success in your daily life, these lessons may speak to you, too.

I Stopped Measuring Success by Hustle and Started Measuring It by Alignment

Hustle culture teaches us that working harder means doing better. But true abundance comes from alignment. When I began making choices that felt authentic to my values and purpose, opportunities started to flow with more ease.

I Realized Rest Was a Strategy, Not a Setback

One of the biggest mindset shifts I experienced was redefining rest. In hypnotherapy, I often help clients reframe rest as a necessary tool for healing and growth. The same applies to entrepreneurship: rest fuels creativity, productivity, and long-term success.

I Celebrated the Small Wins as Much as the Big Ones

An abundance mindset is built on gratitude. Every small step matters—whether it’s a breakthrough with a client, an inspired idea, or a moment of clarity. Acknowledging small wins keeps energy high and attracts even bigger opportunities.

I Trusted That My Authentic Voice Is My Strongest Marketing

In both wellness and business, authenticity is magnetic. The moment I stopped trying to “fit in” and began sharing from my truth, I attracted clients and collaborators who were the perfect fit.

I Stopped Chasing and Started Attracting

Chasing comes from fear and scarcity. Attracting comes from confidence and self-trust. Hypnotherapy is one of the most powerful ways I help clients rewire subconscious patterns so they can step into attraction energy—whether that’s calling in aligned clients and supportive partnerships.

I Created a Business That Fuels My Life, Instead of a Life That Fuels My Business

The most important shift was remembering that business is here to support life—not consume it. When we create from joy, freedom, and purpose, everything feels lighter and more sustainable.

Ready to Cultivate Your Own Abundance Mindset?

These are the mindset shifts that showed me I had truly “made it.” And the best part is—you can cultivate them too.

As a hypnotherapist, I help people release old beliefs, embody trust, and step fully into their power. Whether you’re:

An entrepreneur ready to release scarcity and step into abundance
Someone seeking more balance, joy, and alignment in daily life

…I’d love to support you in creating your own “I knew I made it when” moments.

Reach out today to learn more about my hypnotherapy for abundance and empowerment. Together, we’ll cultivate the mindset shifts that create real success—inside and out.

We Are Growing Together

Jill Blanchard, CHt | Becoming Home Healing Co