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  1. This is so incredibly inspiring.
    I always say “stick to your principles” when I hear myself or others talk of making seemingly small sacrifices that in the end will add up and really dig a big hole in either their dreams, or their self-worth, or their health or sanity, ect.

  2. I know that as soon as my day starts I will never take a moment to meditate, stop or relax so as soon as I get up I spend 10 minutes (setting my alarm 10 – 20 min earlier if necessary) breathing, and doing some light stretches and movement, sometimes I don’t even leave the bed! Other times I roll out my yoga mat. I set my alarm for 10 minutes so I can just focus without worrying what time it is or when I have to stop. :)

  3. Hey Meghan! As a female entreprenuer, I totally agree with every key point you mentioned! It is so true that your health is always number one, even before your business, and setting limits is the key to living a balanced lifestyle..and one that your associates will respect you more for!

    Thanks for the great reminders and advice! Kate

  4. This is right on the mark Meghan. I am celebrating my 5th anniversary this January as well when I stepped away from the indoor gym and branched out to create my own fit and health organization. For two years I lost total sight of how to do what you highlight above and finally, this year, I am at peace. In addition to everything you said, my mantra is “kindness to self” and I actually decided what this meant in my life and apply it always. Number one is always having an amazing novel at my bedside to escape for even 10 minutes, number two is making no apologies ever for spending money on the best food and number three is asking for what I need to stay healthy, even if it is uncomfortable to speak up for myself. My health is number one if my business is to continue and if my marriage is to flourish and children grow.

  5. I think these tips apply to anyone who works. Having a job & working for someone else can also be really bad for your health, maybe even more so because of the lack of personal power & choice at times. Stressful though it may be, I would much rather have my own business than be under a “boss”.

  6. This is exactly what I needed to read right now. Thank you!
    What resonates with me most is your advice to not quit. I’ve been working for myself for about 7 months. I haven’t wanted to give up…but it does keep me going to remember that my commitment to this business & myself will pay off soon enough.
    Another thing I do for my health is yoga. Life is so much better when I’m consistently practicing yoga : )
    Thanks again!

  7. Hello Meghan,
    Your friend Becca told me about your web site and I am so happy to have found it and have read this post. Like you I healed my “incurable” severe digestive issues (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) about 7 years ago and am symptom-free to this day.

    The business I started 6 months ago (Do It Yourself Health) help people heal their own digestive issues by giving them the guidance and resources they need to heal themselves. I love my work with a passion but I have turned into a workaholic and have trouble taking vacations. I want my business to succeed so badly and I feel compelled to work all the time. I find balance by practicing a moving meditation called Qi Gong but I have thrown myself out of balance a few times due to overwork.

    This is ironic for a health coach. Luckily I have the foundation and resources to get myself back into balance before my health is adversely affected. My business has inspired me to eat healthier and to tackle mindset monsters. And your post has inspired me to set boundaries for taking time off. I would really, really love to know more about your journey and the mistakes that you made.

    I am sure a lot of business owners would too. It is so great to learn from others without going down that path ourselves. Thanks again for this wonderful post.

  8. This was an awesome article Meghan! You hit so many key points. Things you can only learn from being in the trenches, fighting the battles and learning the hard way.
    We might be facing bankruptcy (recession in Alberta, difficulties in the US market) this year after 6 years in our current business. We have a total of 15 years as entrepreneurs and have learned A LOT! Most of it has been the hard way.
    We know that whatever happens this year, our years of learning will push us into our next adventure because we couldn’t imagine doing anything else.