Self-care in these challenging times is so important for us all, and perhaps you will find something helpful here in this piece by Lydia Chan. Warmest blessings to all. 🙏 Molly
If you’re looking to earn some extra money or experiment with entrepreneurship before quitting your day job, a side hustle can be a great way to grow personally and professionally. You’ll explore different opportunities and learn new skills, while also increasing your income and saving more money for the future.
But in addition to the benefits of starting a side hustle, there are some disadvantages to be aware of. Not only will you have a lot less free time to relax with loved ones and enjoy your favorite hobbies and activities, but you may become stressed, burned out, and exhausted if you don’t prioritize self-care. As such, it’s important to find a healthy balance between caring for yourself and achieving your life goals.
Below, the Strongheart blog shares some of the different self-care strategies that can be practiced as you get your side hustle off the ground. When you take care of yourself, you’re more likely to succeed in business, at home, and in other areas of your life!
Fit Exercise Into Your Busy Routine
Starting a side hustle often means working days, nights, and weekends, but it’s important to work exercise into your busy routine — even if it means working out at your desk or in your office. Plenty of yoga stretches and routines can be practiced at your desk or first thing in the morning, or you could purchase a foot pedaler or under-desk elliptical.
Reduce Stress and Stress-Related Symptoms
Yoga can help to reduce stress and ease stress-related symptoms such as aches and pains, anxiety, and headaches, but so too can cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), walks in nature, warm baths, acupuncture, and massage. Even a mini-meditation can help to calm the body and mind when you’re stressed and have a few minutes (or seconds) to spare.
Build Better Habits
If you’re in the habit of drinking lots of sugary beverages, reaching for your phone first thing in the morning, or staying up so late you’re not getting an adequate night’s rest, these are some habits you’ll want to break as a side hustler. As simple as it may seem, things like drinking more water, distancing yourself from your phone, and getting at least seven to eight hours of sleep each night can make a huge difference in how you think and feel.
Get Help Where You Need It
As much as you’d like to do it all, you can’t run a side business, work a day job, and care for yourself without asking for help on occasion. But fortunately, there are plenty of ways to get the help you need so you can focus more of your energy on yourself and your business:
Outsource tasks. Depending on your budget, it can be worthwhile to outsource certain tasks to individuals like dog walkers, house cleaners, lawn care services or child care. Sites like Rover, Home Advisor, TruGreen and Care.com can help you connect with the help you need.
Use an online formation service. If you’re turning your side hustle into a limited liability company (LLC), ZenBusiness offers an easy and affordable online formation service to get your business up and running in no time. You’ll save money on attorney fees, reduce startup stress, and meet the requirements for starting a business in the state where you live. Just remember to review your local regulations before getting started, as these vary throughout the U.S.
Use a grocery or meal delivery service. To spend less time cooking and grocery shopping, it may help to have your groceries or meals delivered to your home. Some of the best meal delivery services, for instance, include Home Chef, Sunbasket, Green Chef, and Gobble.
In Conclusion
Self-care may seem impossible when you’re busy running a side hustle, but you’ll be more likely to succeed in business if you’re remembering to look after your physical, mental, and emotional health. When you remember to ask for help when you need it, manage your stress, and work exercise into your routine, you can comfortably go after your many goals in life without sacrificing your health or well-being!
Lydia Chan
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