What does it take to start a business from the ground up? There are certain characteristics that entrepreneurs possess that make them extraordinary: audacity, intuition, creativity, boldness and enthusiasm to name a few.
But stress, sleep deprivation and burnout seem to be commonplace in today's workplace. Many possess the mindset that unless you give your blood, sweat and tears your business won't succeed.
But as a small business owner, if you're letting your wellbeing slide as you put everything into your business, you risk degrading the amazing qualities that make you the business person you are.
Putting time into yourself to stay on your A-game will not only improve your business's performance, but it will make the day-to-day challenges associated with running your operation a little less challenging.
Here are some of the ways devoting precious time to your self-care will benefit your operations.
Self-care reduces stress
We know a healthy level of stress is normal (and even beneficial), but when that adrenaline spikes in response to stress, we need to allow our bodies to come down from that when the work day ends. Living in constant stress isn't sustainable, and your business will benefit from the least-stressed version of yourself.
Self-care makes you more productive
When you're overwhelmed, work feels harder. Running from meeting to meeting, taking calls on your commute and working through lunch. On the surface this is a productive day, but you're going to find that what you accomplish more in less time when you're feeling refreshed and ready.
Self-care makes anxiety more manageable
Running your own operation is a lot of pressure, and when the inevitable anxiety creeps in, you'll be more equipped to handle it if you're rested, relaxed and in the right headspace. It's amazing how taking time for yourself puts problems into perspective and helps you make more clear-minded decisions.
We know that adding self-care to your already jam-packed schedule is not as easy as it sounds.
Here are some simple ways you can start to add self-care into your routine:
Start your mornings off right
Drink a glass of water when you wake up
Incorporate a short morning mediation
Prep a healthy breakfast that you can take on the run
Start each day with gratitude
Find time mid-day
Set timers for stretch breaks
Plan enough mealtimes
Don't allow yourself to sit for too long
Find fun in each day -- laugh, dance in your office (but maybe close the blinds), sing in the car on the way home, play a board game,
Remove unhelpful end-of-day habits
Stop scrolling so much
Find healthy ways to unwind
Enjoy time with your loved ones
Figure out what's keeping you from getting enough sleep
Remember, your business needs you to be operating at your best! Don't wait until tomorrow or when you're past your next big deadline. If you're struggling to find ways to add in self-care to your day, let's take a look at your operations.
Contact us today to learn more about how we help businesses succeed!
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