Pamper Me Please! - Self Care for the Busy Entrepreneur

Why am I doing this? I just feel like I can't
focus today! I feel like I'm not enjoying my job
like I used to. What's the matter with me?
I NEED A BREAK!!!!

When you are CEO, head nurse, mommy, head of
janitorial services, and chief crafts coordinator,
life can leave you a little weary sometimes. As a
business owner YOU are your most valuable resource,
so it makes sense to take care of yourself! When
you start to feel overwhelmed, it's important to
know when to slow down and take a break. Below
you'll find 10 tips to help you take a vacation
pamper and renew.

1) SCHEDULE A DAY OFF: Often when we are the
busiest is when we need a break the most.
Write a day in your calendar just for you.
Promise to enjoy your time off. Turn off the
computer, and don't answer the phone. Don't
let guilt, or a list of impending deadlines
steal your relaxation and enjoyment for the
day.

2) MAKE TIME FOR THE SPECIAL RELATIONSHIPS IN
YOUR LIFE: Go on a date with you're your
husband. Enjoy a cup of gourmet coffee with
a friend. Steal away on a mommy and
daughter/son breakfast. Write a special note
to a friend or spouse letting you know how
you feel about them. Give someone a long
meaningful hug. Spend a little extra time
cuddling with your children before bed.

3) TAKE TIME TO CELEBRATE: Make up a holiday.
Invite a friend to a "just because" lunch.
Order out for pizza. At our house, we have a
tradition called "pajama party". When we
want to celebrate, we all get into our
pajamas extra early, get all our pillows and
blankets, pull out the sofa bed, snuggle up,
watch a special movie, and tell each other
stories. This is a special treat that the
whole family REALLY looks forward to!

4) PAMPER YOURSELF: Indulge in a candle lit
bubble bath. Listen to some soothing music.
Read a juicy romance novel. Take a day at
the spa. Soak up some sun at the beach. Sip
a glass of wine and watch the sun set in your
back yard. Why not buy yourself a bouquet of
flowers?

5) NURTURE YOUR BODY: Treat yourself to plenty
of sleep, eat balanced meals, drink lots of
water, and take vitamins. If you've been
neglecting a checkup, now's the time to
schedule it! When you take care of your
body, you'll have more energy and feel
happier.

6) GET OUT OF THAT CHAIR & EXCERCISE: Sitting
in your office chair all day isn't exactly
the ideal workout. Head to the gym, take a
walk thru the park, or take a dip in the
pool. Take in a game of golf, racquetball or
tennis. Exercise is a proven stress reducer!

7) CATCH A RAY OF SUNSHINE: Remember the song
"I'm walking on sunshine, well…and don't it
feel good?" There's nothing more energizing
then feeling the sun on your face and
breathing in some fresh air. Spend time in
your garden, play ball with the kids, or take
a trip to the park. I enjoy taking a "nature
walk" right in my back yard. I walk slowly
looking at each flower, and really taking
each detail in again as if for the very first
time.

8) BE A KID FOR A DAY: Forget your
responsibilities for just one day. Put away
your "to do list" and revel in all the things
you'd like to do but shouldn't. Let your
house be messy, sleep in, eat an ice-cream
sundae for supper, and watch you're a funny
movie. Make up a silly song. Put on your
favorite CD and dance! Mix up a batch of
monster size cookies! Let the little kid in
your come out and play!

9) RENEW YOUR SPIRIT: Often in the busyness of
life, we forget to take quiet time for
ourselves. I encourage you to take time to
journal, daydream, read the scriptures, and
meditate. In stillness, you can tune-in to
what really matters to you. Take time to
listen to your heart, reflect and honor the
quiet voice within.

10) GET A MAKEOVER: Do you feel pretty
when you look in the mirror? If not, you
deserve to! When you look good, you FEEL
good. Get a new haircut or a manicure.
Spoil yourself and buy a new outfit. Try a
new perfume.

MY PERSONAL CHALLENGE TO YOU:
All work and no play make Jack a dull boy!
Don't wait until you are feeling burned out to
take a break. I challenge you to take out your
pen, flip thru your calendar, and schedule
yourself a day off. When you are well rested,
you'll have a newfound energy, spark and passion
to drive you forward to success!

Article by: Kristie Tamsevicius, is the author of "I Love My Life: A Mom's Guide to Working from Home"! Thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs have used her step-by-step home business system to earn money working from home. Get a free ecourse Home Business Success Secrets at www.Webmomz.com