By: Carla Lopez at Boomer Biz
Entrepreneurship is hard. It’s stressful, and your to-do list can all too easily become overwhelming. That’s why self-care is so vital. When you have a routine that fosters your overall health and well-being, it will lower your stress levels, help you prevent burnout, and boost your daily production.
I know what you’re thinking: “Who has the time for self-care?” Well, you do! Pink Caviar Lash & Brow Spa shares some practical self-care strategies that you can easily fit into your busy schedule.
Hire Other People
It doesn’t matter how talented, skilled, and knowledgeable you are; if you’re trying to handle every facet of your business by yourself, then you’re holding your company back and risking serious burnout. For your business to reach its potential, you must be able to focus your time and energy on the things you do best.
If you lack expertise in any jobs or tasks, find freelancers to take care of them using the 5 percent rule. Virtual assistants, writers, marketing specialists, web developers, and graphic designers are a few of many fields in which you can hire reputable freelance professionals.
Protect Yourself From Legal Trouble
Legal problems can cause you a great deal of stress, but you can help prevent them by establishing an LLC for your business. This type of business structure will help protect you from liability, yield tax advantages, and benefit you in many other ways. Plus, it’s easier to set up and manage than a corporation. Become well-versed in your state's regulations for LLCs, and work with a formation service like ZenBusiness to make it easier on yourself.
You can also choose to get a DBA (“doing business as”), which is a pseudonym for your registered, legal business name. ZenBusiness notes that many business owners use it to avoid using their own surname (if the business entity includes their name) or, for corporations, an assumed name makes expansion easier, as it’s not necessary to create a completely new corporation.
Optimize Your Home
Exercise is one of the most fundamental forms of self-care, and you don't have to dedicate hours a day to stay in shape. Find an activity or fitness regimen that you enjoy, and do it for at least four days a week. You can even do everything you need to from home. HIIT, running, and yoga can all be done with minimal gear and equipment.
Additionally, cleaning out the clutter as well as general negativity from your home helps make it the optimal place both for work and for exercise -- not to mention sleep.
Establish a Nighttime Routine
Sleep is neglected by many entrepreneurs. The irony is that instead of getting more things done by skipping sleep, it actually makes you less productive. To boost your productivity and health, start prioritizing sleep. Shoot for seven to nine hours each night, and CNN suggests creating a nighttime routine that aids your efforts. Here are some ideas:
Avoid heavy dinners and caffeine.
Take a warm bath or shower.
Listen to soothing music.
Avoid using electronic devices in bed.
Turn the temperature down in your bedroom.
Make sure your bedroom is quiet and dark.
Prioritize R & R
Along with getting enough sleep, think of ways that you can rest and relax during the day. This might mean taking a leisurely walk on your lunch break, doing breathing exercises at your desk, or scheduling the occasional spa treatment. It could also mean placing your phone in a secure stand -- not just to discourage texting but so you can listen to soothing music while taking a leisurely drive. Thrive Global notes that getting away from the daily grind can also help you recharge, so consider planning some weekend getaways here and there.
Eat for Wellness
Finally, be conscious of your diet. You don’t have to follow a strict fad diet to achieve health and wellness, but you do need to ensure your body is getting the nutrition it needs.
It’s hard to beat vegetables, fruit, lean meats, fatty fish, legumes, whole grains, and other clean foods when it comes to benefiting your health and gaining energy. Base your diet around those foods, and you’ll be on the right track to healthy eating.
Being a busy entrepreneur doesn’t mean that you can’t foster your health and well-being. Remember to find freelancers and form an LLC to reduce stress and help move your business forward. Optimize your home for wellness by staying positive and creating simple exercise and bedtime routines. Make time for relaxation, and stick to a healthy diet. In no time, you’ll begin to notice a positive impact on your productivity and wellness!
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