Written by: Vanita Lee-Tatum, Executive Contributor
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Burnout is real! You wake up every morning with a long to-do list; you often skip your morning and afternoon meals amidst meetings and travel schedules. Oftentimes your work-life balance seems non-existent.
When you’re booked and busy, neglecting your personal needs as an entrepreneur can become apparent. It is always recommended that we learn to prioritize ourselves by incorporating self-care hacks that are proven to revitalize overall well-being.
Today we share simple and essential self-care tips that enhance creativity, increase productivity, and positively impacts the bottom line of business.
Start your day with gratitude
It’s easy to put your mind to your to-do lists as soon as you wake up! However, do not forget that you are an individual, and entrepreneurship is a role that you’re playing wholeheartedly. Spend a few minutes counting all those fantastic things that exist in your life. Smile for all that you are grateful for and everything you’ve achieved.
Regarding your finances, taking inventory of the resources and social capital you have with a dose of gratitude will help your mind focus on the positive aspects of situations throughout the day, and you will see opportunities in adverse situations more clearly.
Exercise daily
Simple things like taking a walk, playing a sport, etc., recharge your mind and body. Business mentors and coaches have often said that exercising doubles our productivity. You don’t have to be into intense work out every day but make sure you’re dedicating some time to your health and fitness. Studies show that a person who exercises regularly has improved concentration and ability to make better business decisions.
Put into daily practice, concentrated-intentional movement will also relieve stress from your fast-paced entrepreneurial lifestyle. All universal emotions, such as worry, frustration, and irritation, need a positive outlet to avoid being stored in your body.
Enjoy what you eat
You are what you eat in a day-to-day routine. Eat great food, and treat yourself once in a while. Enjoy your weekly cheat day! If you notice that you lose energy after eating, take an allergy test to determine what foods to stay away from. Not all foods sit well with us, and some cause more havoc than others, so pay attention to how food makes you feel to help maximize your enjoyment and appreciation for food. Healthy foods help your brain function better, directly impacting how you handle your business deals.
Eating healthy and clean will also help reduce visits to the doctors because, let’s face it, who has time for a doctor's visit when we are working to take our businesses to the next level? So let’s mitigate doctor visits with healthy, enjoyable meals.
Find ways to boost your creativity and productivity
Entrepreneurs don’t work harder; they work smarter! Never overschedule yourself. Observe your learning habits. Monitor what makes you feel your most creative and productive. Spending time with yourself before bed also helps you know yourself better. This practice helps you have a unique perspective toward the things you do in your daily work routine, and you are able to find creative ways to grow your business and your money!
Unplugging from social media
A healthy mind is sure to build a financially healthy business. Keep yourself away from gadgets and the internet occasionally, and involve yourself in offline activities. Also, it’s always good for our mental and emotional health to change the way we use social media. Turning off notifications, following spiritual content, not putting oneself in an inferiority complex zone while viewing the lives of highly successful people, etc., are some of the things that are effective in keeping your emotional health intact.
Ensure sound sleep
Entrepreneurs’ bedtime routine is often compromised. Proper sleep is not just to relax and get rested; it’s also a significant investment in your good health. Lack of sleep initiates stress and anxiety, which negatively impacts your business decisions. So, never ignore your healthy sleep schedule.
Take a vacation (or a stay-cation!)
It’s a must! Spend quality time with your family, meet your old friends, and see new places. Delegate and outsource tasks, be free and prepare for a better version of yourself! Taking a break helps prevent burnout and improves your mental wellness, ultimately boosting your brainpower.
Find yourself in the company of great people
What company you keep shapes your personality. Keep yourself around great minds and great people. Participate in local events and gatherings. This will not only strengthen your professional network, but you’ll learn a lot from new people. Have a mentor or a coach to whom you can reach out whenever you need.
As an entrepreneur, you have a big responsibility to take your business to new heights, so you cannot ignore the importance of self-care!
Jim Rohn once rightly said,
“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” So, it’s time we build some self-care habits today for a better tomorrow!
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Vanita Lee-Tatum, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Vanita Lee-Tatum is a world-class business developer and strategy consultant, specializing in helping organizations and individuals grow their business potential. Drawing on her own experience as an entrepreneur and her financial skills honed as VP of Banking, Vanita inspires and ignites business owners to create financial growth by teaching them the business development skills needed to flourish. Dedicated to making an impact by sharing her knowledge and expertise to encourage business owners and entrepreneurs of all types, Vanita is a positive force of nature who clients and partners enjoy collaborating with.
