In this episode of Regenerative Business, Sam dives deep into the energetics of winter — that quiet, restorative season when nature stops producing and the real magic happens underground.

You’ll explore:

• The four energetic seasons of business — and how to tell which one you’re in right now
• The hidden wisdom of winter: rest, root work, and renewal
• How to spot the early signs of burnout (and what to do before it hits)
• Why slowing down is the most strategic thing you can do for long-term growth
• How to balance your internal energy with the external season — especially if you’re in a “summer” sprint while the world slows down

Drawing parallels between soil science, neuroscience, and entrepreneurship, Sam reminds us that winter isn’t the end — it’s integration.

If you’ve been craving permission to pause, or wondering why your creative spark feels dim lately, this episode will help you reconnect with the regenerative rhythm of your business — and trust that the next season of growth is already on its way.

🪄 Resources, Episodes & People Mentioned

🎧 The Four Seasons of Business
Explore Sam’s original framework for aligning with the natural cycles of your business — spring for new ideas, summer for visibility and growth, autumn for harvest and refinement, and winter for rest and integration. Link: https://thedirtyalchemy.simplecast.com/episodes/165

🎧 Chief Magical Officer: Leading Your Business by Intuition
Learn how to make intuition your strategic advantage and move from striving to co-creating with your business. Link: https://thedirtyalchemy.simplecast.com/episodes/234

🎧 Deep Nourishment for the Modern Business Owner (with Julia Albain)
A grounding conversation on slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and finding true nourishment in business. Link: https://thedirtyalchemy.simplecast.com/episodes/186

🎧 How to 10x Your Faucet of Creativity (with Simone Seol)
A listener favorite exploring sustainable creativity, permission to play, and how to stay inspired in long-term entrepreneurship. Link: https://thedirtyalchemy.simplecast.com/episodes/164

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