As a small business owner, it's very easy to get caught up in the daily grind of running your business. You may feel the urge to push through long hours or work on weekends to get things done, but it's important to remember that working constantly can take a toll on your health and well-being.
One way to make sure you're taking care of yourself is to incorporate Dr. Shaundra Dalton-Smith's seven types of rest into your life.
1. Physical Rest
This type of rest refers to giving your body a break from physical activity. As a small business owner, you may be sitting at your desk for long periods, so make sure to get up and walk around every hour or so. You could also take breaks during the day to stretch or do yoga.
2. Mental Rest
This type of rest refers to turning off your mind and giving it a break from mental activity. As a small business owner, it's easy to get caught up in work-related thoughts all the time. You could try meditation, reading a novel or listening to music to give your mind a break.
3. Emotional Rest
This type of rest refers to giving your emotions a break from stressful situations. As a small business owner, you may face a lot of pressure and stress. Take time to hang out with friends or family, or do something that makes you happy to give yourself a break from stress.
4. Social Rest
This type of rest refers to choosing who you spend your time with, especially if it's time with people who drain your energy. Make sure to take breaks from social media too, as it can be overwhelming and add to your stress.
5. Creative Rest
This type of rest refers to taking a break from creative activities that you do for work. As a small business owner, you may not think this is necessary, but it's important to give your brain a break from all the thinking and problem-solving that comes with running a business.
6. Sensory Rest
This type of rest refers to giving your senses a break from stimuli that may be overwhelming. As a small business owner, you may spend a lot of time in noisy environments or looking at screens. Take regular breaks away from screens, reduce background noise and take walks in nature to give your senses a rest.
7. Spiritual Rest
This type of rest refers to finding meaning and purpose in your life, and having time for things like prayer, meditation or nature. As a small business owner, it's important to take breaks from work to recharge spiritually and connect with something greater than yourself.
Incorporating these seven types of rest into your life as a small business owner can help you find balance and avoid burnout. Try incorporating one or more types of rest into your daily routine, and see how much it impacts your productivity, creativity and sense of well-being.
Remember, taking care of yourself is always a good investment for your business.
Signing on,
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