Six Stress Management Tips for Creators and Entrepreneurs

Some folks believe that stress is simply a figment of your imagination.

They think that all you need is a mindset shift, some power words, a fist pump, and boom...it goes away.

Well, I don't think those folks are entrepreneurs or have had a cash shortfall on payday.

Feel me?

Stress is a common con to becoming an entrepreneur. New stress arises as creating a valuable and profitable product is now up to you. The mistakes you make and the actions you forget to take are your responsibility. However, there are many things you can do to destress to enjoy the entrepreneur journey better.

Because the truth is, the things you will and are going through are real.

Here are six stress management tips to learn as a new entrepreneur.

Make time for fun and time with loved ones

Just because you are a business owner doesn't mean you shouldn't make time for loved ones and friends.

Spending time with people you care about away from the business is a great way to unwind and forget about business stress. Letting go of this stress is vital to your health and your business.

Don't be that person who is so wrapped up in the business that you forget the people around you.

The ones who love and support you.

Have a proper business plan and follow it

A common culprit of stress is a lack of direction, accurate information, and business goals.

Imagine you wanna drive from Dallas to Topeka, so you hop in the car and drive. Only to later realize you didn't pack clean underwear and headed in the wrong direction.

Lack of a plan, even a wicked simple one, can crush you.

Filling in your business plan ultimately can help to relieve this stress. As you go through each section, you will learn you really have what it takes to grow a viable business idea.

Even if it's on the back of a napkin, have a plan!

Learn how, when, and where to delegate

While many people make it sound possible, doing all the work yourself will only lead you to burnout in the long run.

In the beginning, you will absolutely need to do it all.

You can't do everything it takes to grow a business, especially when you scale it and do more. So while delegating may cost money, it can be a substantial cost to prevent burnout and stress from destroying your business.

Focus on your entrepreneurial goals

Instead of focusing on the stress, focus on what truly matters rather—your love for the business and the need to accomplish all your goals.

Simply doing the work and completing your daily, weekly, and monthly goals can provide you with the stress relief you need to keep going.

Always have in your mind's eye the exact reasons you made the leap into entrepreneurship.

Don't forget about proper self-care

Everyone requires their own self-care routine to feel confident, happy, and healthy.

Maybe it's a daily walk.

It could be you block out Sunday mornings for church.

Without your health and happiness, you can't expect to run a successful business. Your mental health can easily reflect in your offerings and communication. Always schedule a time to do the self-care routine you need to feel your best and never feel guilty. If this means you need an hour to sit in the bath every night, schedule it and enjoy it and don't allow yourself to skip it. You deserve it and need it, and so does your business.

You need to find a way to focus on your physical, mental, and emotional needs if you want to succeed in business.

Start with gratitude and positivity

Starting your day with positivity is a great way to relieve stress and ensure it goes in the right direction.

Expressing gratitude is also known to release chemicals in the brain that help to make you feel better and happier. This means it can be an excellent tool if you need instant relief.

On its basis, here's what rocks my day every day.

Waking up!

When I open my eyes, I thank the good Lord for another day to crush my goals and make a difference.

The final word

To relieve stress, entrepreneurs need to take a step back and focus on their goals, health, and loved ones.

While delegation and having a business plan are essential, don't forget to schedule time every day for yourself to do things that make you happy and relaxed. Expressing gratitude is also known to positively affect the mind and body, so start each day with a positive attitude!

By following these steps, you can hopefully reduce the amount of stress you're feeling and maintain a healthy balance between work and life.

What are some of the ways you manage stress? Let us know in the comments below!

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