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I wanted to share a personal story with you all about my recent experience with sepsis. About two weeks ago, I was suddenly admitted to the hospital for three days with a severe infection that had turned into sepsis. If you’ve never heard of sepsis, it’s an infection in the blood. It was a scary experience, and it really made me realize how important it is to prioritize our own health and wellness, especially as home-based business owners who can easily get caught up in our work.

During my hospital stay, I had a lot of time to reflect on what I could have done differently to prevent this situation from happening. While I couldn't have predicted the infection, I realized that I hadn’t been as good with my self-care routine lately. I hadn’t been as diligent about drinking my water and I wasn’t listening to my body cues. These are all things that often get sacrificed in the name of productivity, but they can have serious consequences for our health.

Since my hospital stay, I've made a renewed commitment to prioritizing my own wellness and self-care. I make sure I take regular breaks throughout the day to stretch and move around, I've been making an effort to get that 64 ounces of water in, and I've been more aware when my body tells me it needs something like sleep or exercise. It's not always easy to carve out this time for ourselves, but I know that it's essential for my physical and mental health.

I wanted to share my story with you all as a reminder of the importance of taking care of ourselves. We often put our businesses and our clients first, but we can't do our best work if we're not feeling our best. I encourage you all to take a few minutes today to read the article below and think about what you can do to prioritize your own wellness and self-care.

Thank you for being a part of this community, and I wish you all the best in your own wellness journeys.

Prioritizing Wellness and Self-Care for Home-Based Business Owners

As home-based business owners, we often get so caught up in the day-to-day demands of running our businesses that we forget to prioritize our own well-being.  

But taking care of ourselves is crucial to maintaining physical and mental health, which in turn can help us be more productive and successful in our businesses.

Here are some tips on how to prioritize wellness and self-care as a home-based business owner:

1. Create a routine: Establishing a daily routine that includes time for exercise, healthy meals, and relaxation can help you stay on track with your wellness goals. Set aside specific times each day for these activities, and treat them as non-negotiable appointments with yourself.
2. Take breaks throughout the day: Sitting in front of a computer all day can be draining, both physically and mentally. Take breaks throughout the day to stretch, walk around, or do a quick meditation to recharge your batteries.
3. Connect with others: As home-based business owners, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected from others. Make time to connect with friends, family, or fellow entrepreneurs to combat loneliness and boost your mood.
4. Practice self-compassion: It's important to be kind to ourselves, especially when we're facing challenges or setbacks in our businesses. Practice self-compassion by speaking to yourself as you would to a close friend and remind yourself that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process.
5. Set boundaries: As home-based business owners, it can be difficult to separate our work lives from our personal lives. Setting clear boundaries around when you work, when you take breaks, and when you disconnect from technology can help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Remember, prioritizing wellness and self-care isn't a luxury—it's a necessity for maintaining physical and mental health. By incorporating these tips into your daily routine, you can ensure that you're taking care of yourself as well as your business. Wishing you all the best in your business and your wellness journey!

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