Whether you are a full time or part time blogger or entrepreneur, it’s safe to say that you probably wear a lot of hats. When you’re trying to get a lot done, the last thing on your mind can be taking care of yourself until you find yourself completely burned out. Here are some four tips to keep in mind to help you avoid burnout.
Take Time for Reflection
Pause throughout your day to check in with yourself. This is an exercise for self-awareness but also gives you a chance to address potential problems before they get bigger. Having a visual reminder (even a post-it that says “how are you feeling?”) also helps you get in the habit of regular self-check-ins.
Know When Everything Becomes Too Much
Everyone has their breaking point and it’s safe to say you are not the exception. Keep an eye out for warning signs before you reach burn out. The American Institute of Stress has a great list of 50 symptoms to help you evaluate.
Welcome Distractions, or At Least A Few Every Now and Then
We all get moments of intense passion/tunnel vision and spend hours on end working on something. The problem is when you have that spouse/kids/pets/episode of Scandal that is also vying for your attention. Everything in moderation is my motto. Reward yourself for your genius with short breaks spent with the people (or things) that matter most.
Get Active
Find something you enjoy away from the computer screen (can we say eye fatigue?!) and be sure to do it on a regular basis. Take a walk, do some yoga, ride a bike or do a class you enjoy. Our bodies crave balance, so it’s great to counteract our sedentary business activities with some physical activity as well.
And that’s it for now! What are some other ways you practice self-care as a blogger or entrepreneur?