4 Self Care Practices by Lucy Reed
4 Self-Care Practices Every
Entrepreneur Should Adopt
Self-care is one of the most important things entrepreneurs tend to leave off their priority list.
You might not have as much time after work to pamper yourself, but if you decide to spend
that period prioritizing yourself, you’ll see your world opening up even more. Self-care pays
for itself ten times over, and that’s why you should adopt it into your daily routine. Here are a
few simple yet effective self-care habits to implement for your well-being and the success of
your business.
Reduce Stress and Create Positivity
Cutting stress from your life is vital to your mental, physical, and emotional health, as the
presence of it can lead to the inability to control our emotions or calm ourselves under
challenging situations. As you’re probably well aware, work is the number one source of
stress for most Americans – fortunately, you can learn to cope with it by adopting a few self-
care practices like taking a break, meditating, or going outside for a walk.
Most importantly, establish a healthy life-work balance, which is the top stressor for many
entrepreneurs. This could mean limiting the times you check your email or being unavailable
for phone calls during dinner. If you have employees, you could also consider going on a trip
for a few days or working remotely whenever you can. Letting in natural light into your home
and decluttering and cleaning can also alleviate stress and promote productivity and
positivity.
Take Time to Relax
American entrepreneurs also seem to entertain the idea that they always need to be
productive, and if they push themselves to the maximum, they will get more things down.
According to numerous studies, relaxing heals while we are awake, similar to how sleep
does when were unconscious. When you rest, your energy increases, you improve your
focus, and you recover quicker from a strain. Relaxing also motivates you to complete work
or home projects after you spend time away from them, but it fights infection and lowers
blood pressure as well.
Make Sleep a Priority
We function better when we get quality sleep, and that's not a secret. What you perhaps
don’t know is how much getting adequate sleep can boost your productivity. According to
studies, those who sleep less have significantly lower productivity, safety, and performance
outcomes, which can be costly for your business.
Stay Physically Active
While you need quality sleep to carry out your tasks successfully, exercise can be just as
important. Keeping yourself active is a long-term investment in yourself that makes you a
more productive and energetic business owner. Studies show that you can achieve a 21
percent higher concentration level with a workout a day, 22 percent more productivity, and
41 percent more motivation.
Running, aerobic exercises, dancing, yoga, and other types of physical activity can keep
your mind sharp, your mood positive, and your well-being better. Yoga, in particular, can
dramatically improve your well-being, stress levels, and sleep quality.
The Bottom Line
The path to success is easier when you include self-care in your daily routine. Take a few
minutes to relax, reduce your stress, create positivity in your home, sleep well, and stay
active for improved well-being and successful business.
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