Starting a business is exciting—but what happens when the pressure, isolation, and burnout kick in?

In this episode of Your Business on Purpose, host Dawnette Palmore sits down with Padideh Jafari, founder of Jafari Law and Mediation Office, to have an honest conversation about what entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenes.

Together, they talk about the emotional and mental toll of running a business, why so many entrepreneurs struggle in silence, and how mentors, boundaries, and mental health support are not optional—they’re essential. Padideh shares real-life insights from over 20 years as a business owner and attorney, including lessons learned the hard way, how to avoid burnout, and why asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.

This episode is for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals who feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or alone in their journey—and need truth, not hype.

The hidden emotional cost of building a business
Why most entrepreneurs burn out—and how to prevent it
The importance of mentors, accountants, and support systems
How taking the wrong clients can damage your mental health and business
Why “overnight success” on social media is often misleading
How mental health days help you stay in business long-term
Encouragement for business owners who are questioning whether to keep going

Padideh Jafari is the Founder and CEO of Jafari Law and Mediation Office, APC, with offices in Los Angeles and Orange County. She has over two decades of experience handling complex family law matters, mediation, and high-conflict divorce cases. Padideh is also an adjunct professor and co-host of the Narcissist Abuse Recovery Channel podcast, where she helps individuals navigate emotionally abusive relationships with clarity and support.

Website: https://jafarilegal.com
Instagram / TikTok / Threads: @jafarilegal
Podcast: Narcissist Abuse Recovery Channel
Podcast Instagram: @narc.podcast

Dawnette Palmore is a money and business coach, speaker, and host of the Your Business on Purpose podcast. She helps entrepreneurs move from chaos to clarity by having honest conversations about money, mindset, and what it really takes to build a sustainable business—especially during the hard seasons no one talks about.

Website: https://www.yourmoneyonpurpose.com
Instagram: @yourmoneyonpurpose
LinkedIn: Dawnette Palmore
YouTube: @yourmoneyonpurpose

Business isn’t always glamorous. It’s often lonely, overwhelming, and mentally exhausting. This episode is a reminder that you’re not failing—you’re human. And with the right support, boundaries, and intention, you can keep going.

🎧 Listen, reflect, and remember:
When you conduct business on purpose, you create space for a purposeful life.