A reflective essay using the legend of Picasso to explore pricing, self-worth, and the psychology of value. Drawing on personal experience, business insight, and a Catholic faith perspective, this post challenges professionals to charge fairly, balance confidence with humility, and seek wisdom — from both the market and God — when discerning the true worth of their time and talents.

Are you a visionary hitting a wall? 

If you feel stretched thin and overwhelmed by the weight of trying to break into the next phase of growth, you can feel like a failure. So often, as women, we assume that if things feel chaotic or heavy and our work isn’t producing results, there must be something wrong with us. 

What if you’re just wearing too many hats? The right support can allow your vision to move forward. 

Starting a nonprofit is not simply a business decision, it is a response to a calling that often comes from prayer, discernment, and a desire to live out the Gospel through service. The journey of launching a nonprofit is both a spiritual and practical one. It also requires lots of hours spent fundraising, which can be extremely daunting for nonprofit founders. 

Running a business is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming. As Catholic entrepreneurs, we’re called to be good stewards of the resources God has entrusted to us. The above Scripture reminds us that we must pay attention to the numbers in our businesses.

Authentic Selling for faith-driven businesses: learn how to boost sales without being pushy by serving first, practicing honesty and humility, inviting clients to “come and see,” handling rejection with grace, and using stories and testimonials to let your products shine—turning sales into a ministry of love that builds trust and results.

In business, especially as Catholic women entrepreneurs, it’s easy to let quarterly goals and client deadlines dictate our every move. But the Church invites us into a different rhythm—a holy pace that honors both work and rest. When we allow the liturgy to shape our calendar, we remember that time itself is a gift from God, not just a resource to be managed.