Entrepreneurial Resilience: Mental Health and Business in 2025
Running a business has always been stressful, but recent research shows just how prevalent mental‑health challenges are for entrepreneurs. In a survey of more than 1,500 small‑business owners, 36 % said mental‑health issues interfere with their work at least weekly and 35 % sought professional help in the past year. Young entrepreneurs are particularly affected: 60 % of owners under 40 report weekly challenges compared with only 19 % of those over 50.
Despite the stigma, getting support works. Among those who sought therapy or counseling, 47 % said it reduced anxiety and 40 % said it improved stress management. Major stressors include maintaining cash flow, economic and political uncertainty, and global crises. The takeaway? Seeking help isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a strategic choice to stay in the game.
In 2025, mental‑health resources are more accessible than ever. Many chambers of commerce partner with organizations like GreenShield to provide free therapy sessions. Entrepreneurs can also leverage mindfulness apps, peer‑support groups and simple practices like daily journaling. Building resilience means not only managing stress but proactively fostering joy. Celebrate small wins, schedule regular downtime and remember that your business will be only as healthy as you are.