Living a soft life running a business is possible

Living a Soft Life as an Entrepreneur: My Journey from Self-Doubt to Restful Living

As an entrepreneur, I used to believe that living a soft life was an unattainable dream. I was always pushing myself to work harder, thinking that more effort would guarantee success. I was stuck in the cycle of self-doubt and impostor syndrome, throwing myself into work to prove my worth to myself and others. However, it wasn't until I hit a breaking point that I realized that living a life full of rest was possible, and it was essential to my growth as an entrepreneur.

The more I pushed myself, the more drained and unproductive I became. I began to realize that my efforts were counterproductive, and I wasn't doing myself any favors by overworking. So, I decided to change my approach to entrepreneurship by incorporating more rest and self-care into my routine. I made it a priority to achieve a work-life balance and eliminate the guilt that came with taking much-needed breaks.

If you're struggling with self-doubt and impostor syndrome, it's crucial to acknowledge that your worth is not dependent on how much work you can accomplish. You deserve rest, and you don't have to prove yourself to anyone.

Here are some steps that helped me start living a soft life as an entrepreneur:

1. Take Inventory of Your Time
   First and foremost, take an inventory of where your time goes. You might be surprised to find how much time you spend on activities that don't contribute to your goals. Once you have a clear idea of how you're spending your time, you can start eliminating unnecessary tasks and focus on activities that will drive growth in your business.

2. Celebrate Your Accomplishments
   It's easy to get caught up in what you haven't achieved. However, take a moment to celebrate your successes, no matter how small. Acknowledging your accomplishments will help you feel more confident in your abilities and boost your motivation to keep moving forward.

3. Practice Self-Care
   Taking care of yourself should be a non-negotiable part of your routine. Self-care doesn't have to be elaborate; it can be as simple as taking a walk, meditating, or reading a book. Incorporating self-care into your routine will help you stay healthy, both physically and mentally.

4. Plan for the Future
   Having a clear plan of action is essential for achieving success while living a soft life. It's critical to set realistic goals and create a roadmap to achieve them. Having a plan in place will help you stay on track and makes it easier to incorporate rest into your routine. Also, as an ADHD girlie, scheduling FUN time was something that helped me immensely.

So let me end this by saying: living a soft life as an entrepreneur is possible and it's essential to your long-term journey. Don't let self-doubt and impostor syndrome hold you back.

Take the power back and make use of your time, celebrate your accomplishments, practice self-care, and plan for the future.
Incorporating these steps into your routine will help you live a life of rest while achieving your goals.

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Until next time,

Malu.