Creating Wealth Without Burning Out: Lessons from Marie-Ève Landry (Orée Leadership)

Entrepreneurship appeals to those who want to build, create, and transform. But for many, this desire goes hand in hand with another belief: that success requires pushing yourself to the limit. Marie-Ève Landry, a psychologist and founderof Orée Leadership, firmly rejects this idea.

During our conversation as part of the Parapluie campaign, she reiterated a simple belief: we can build on a grand scale, but not at the expense of our health.

Entrepreneurship shouldn't be synonymous with suffering

Marie-Ève speaks from experience. She comes from a family of entrepreneurs who have prospered without sacrificing their well-being. And it is this normal way of “creating without destroying oneself ” that she wants to make accessible to the Quebec ecosystem.

The Canopée Circles: A Profound and Transformative Experience

At the heart of Orée are the Cercles Canopée, facilitated peer groups. These aren’t ordinary discussion groups: they’re safe spaces where entrepreneurs can unburden themselves of what’s really weighing on them.

The central mechanism is that of emotional resonance: people recognize themselves in the emotions of others. And this recognition breaks down isolation, eases shame, and reveals blind spots that individual counseling does not always bring to light.

The setting is intentionally supportive: a small group, a specialized psychologist, and a space where people can truly share what goes on behind the scenes at the company. Participants gain a perspective that they often struggle to find on their own.

Canopée Circles create the conditions that allow every entrepreneur to understand, feel, and decide what needs to change—and why.

Moving Forward Together

The interview with Marie-Ève concludes with a message that resonates deeply with the philosophy of Parapluie and MAIN:

"Entrepreneurship isn't a solo sport. Sustainable success depends on the ability to connect with others, be honest with yourself, and ask for help before you reach your breaking point."