Check the episode page for notes and links: https://www.elenamutonono.com/2022/12/22/shut-down-business/ In this episode I'm speaking with Marija Dobrovolska, the founder of Deutsch mit Marija, who shares her experiences as she decided to shut down her business which was affected by the war between Russia and Ukraine.  Listen in on how Marija navigated and is still navigating this challenge, how it shifted her mindset about what she really wants for her business, how she wants and doesn't want it to grow and how she was able to take ownership and make a hard decision in the midst of the pressure to remain positive and tough. Check out Marija's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeutschmitMarija Want to learn more about teaching languages the smart way? Sign up to receive my free Smart Teacher's Kit: www.elenamutonono.com/the-smart-kit Connect with me on Instagram: @elenamutonono