Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Lisen Helander. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hi Lisen, thanks for joining us today. Was there a defining moment in your professional career? A moment that changed the trajectory of your career?
The Friday Mind came about when I came to the realization that I was basically living for Friday’s, 14% off the week. When Friday rolled around, with it came that giddy feeling.
No other day of the week felt quite like Friday. I’ve worked hard all week, it’s time to finish the week off strong and let the party begin. 2 whole days off. Let’s do this. Get the happy hour started, grab my partner, board a plane, head out for drinks and dinner, you know the drill.
Wow that sure went fast. Too many drinks and dollars spent to even count, here we are at dreaded Monday again, hangover in tow. Simply get through Monday and Tuesday, bare minimum at times. Feel pumped on Wednesday, start repeating the high which began to creep in on Friday Junior (Thursday).
Repeat. With this behavior, came extreme highs followed by the lows. Alcohol was something that fueled both; way too much.
Was this the definition of success? Ouch. Fueled by alcohol marketing, this must be?! What if, every day felt like Friday, without the alcohol dependence? What if discipline, purpose, productivity and health were your high?
I started by becoming alcohol free in Oct, 2021. I wanted the same experiences alcohol fueled events provided without the repercussions.
I now get that same giddy Friday feeling when establishments provide a thoughtful alternative. Giddy with full mental clarity and health!
The Friday Mind started by me finding a bigger purpose – beyond checking out from alcohol and out of my authentic mind. This started by reviewing establishments and promoting those with the most thoughtful of drink menus – equal alcohol and alcohol free options. What if we truly all drink? Some chose to add alcoholic spirits and some non.
After one year, I’ve grown the Friday Mind into a holistic coaching practice. After all, it’s not just about looking at alcohol and your relationship with it. It’s also about your whole being: mind, body and spirit. It’s about moving from coping, healing to thriving in this present moment. Come join me!
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
The Friday Mind certifies those businesses with a healthy mindset when it comes to both alcohol and alcohol free beverages, not those focusing only on the typical alcohol normalized menu.
The Friday Mind is also becoming a holistic coaching practice. I am currently in the process of becoming a certified holistic health coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), including a She Recovers Coach designation.
– Holistic coaching inspires you to transform on the mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels, taking the whole person into consideration.
– Holistic coaching will support you in moving from coping to healing to thriving.
– Holistic coaching will help you make changes from the inside out.
Coaching specializations include but are not limited to:
– Alcohol use – cutting back or cutting out
– LGBTQIA+
– Self-confidence
– Career
– Anxiety
– Presence
Contact me for a complimentary discovery call to see if we would make a successful partnership.
If you could go back in time, do you think you would have chosen a different profession or specialty?
I do believe I am exactly where I am meant to be. I’ve gone up, down, all around yet feel like I am finishing full circle. Graduating in Sociology, yet then dedicated my career to Technology, to now incorporating coaching isn’t what I originally planned for but it is truly all coming together with diverse experience in the best possible way.
What do you think helped you build your reputation within your market?
In one area: getting people out of their home and comfort zone whether they drink alcohol or not! We all deserve to engage in community, be social and toast one another. Lets normalize all drinks, not just alcoholic drinks.
On another hand, follow through and commitment to those who have contacted me needing inspiration to move from coping
into growth and thriving.
I will continue to spread the word that you indeed can thrive in daily life. You do not have to sit in the wheel of coping and healing, repeat. Move beyond to feel your whole person and where it is meant to be in this very moment.
I am here to help you feel how your body has been designed to organically feel.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.thefridaymind.com
- Instagram: TheFridayMind