We asked some of the most productive entrepreneurs and creatives out there to open up to us about the role self-care plays in boosting their effectiveness.
Kalpana Kethineedi
As a solopreneur, the initial two years of running Kay’s Curries were intense, balancing it with a full-time job and often working weekends. To prevent burnout, I’ve made self-care a priority this year. I now ensure I work out at least twice a week and take Sundays off. If I work a Sunday event, I take Monday off instead. Read more>>
Tia Hart
Self-care for me is journaling and meditation. I got back into journaling a year after I had my second son to gather my entrepreneur thoughts and also to help with my anxiety. All the changes that came with the blessings of motherhood was a wake up call & the best challenge I ever faced lol. Read more>>
Meera Sharma
My go to form of self care is ensuring I start my day on a positive note – I believe how we start the day can not only impact the rest of the day ahead but it determines how effective and productive we are. That’s why I start my morning by working out in the gym – I love weight lifting; it’s helped me stay fit and build my strength, which in turn has made me feel a lot more confident. I also always ensure I have a nutritious breakfast after my workouts. Read more>>
Savannah Russell
For many the concept of self-care conjures images of a calming bath, a restorative massage, or the indulgence of high-quality dark chocolate. While these occasional treats can be a delightful part of self-care, I’ve learned through my journey that true self-care encompasses much more. It’s about the daily choices we make to nurture our health and happiness, laying a foundation that supports us in every aspect of our lives. Read more>>
Jena Catalano
Mindfulness and gratitude! Self-care comes in many forms, and it looks different for everyone. I have built a strong morning routine that includes breathwork, meditation, journaling, and starting the day with a protein-filled and gut-friendly breakfast! Read more>>
Fahan Sky McDonagh
As a young girl, I spent most of my time outside. I find as an adult, the inspiration for much of my work comes from nature. Being outside gives me a feeling of connection to the world around me. It causes my mind to slow down, give thanks and also to be inspired. In order to be effective with my work, I need time away from it to distill my feelings. Hiking in the woods, for example, is one of the ways I balance my emotions and connect to source energy. Walking meditations give me clarity and fill me up to be creative. Read more>>
Eva Cross
As counterintuitive as it may seem on the surface, I find that doing the tasks I do not enjoy and have been putting off is a really effective form of self care. Things like washing the dishes, shampooing the carpet, or getting rid of items that take up space not only help my physical space feel more manageable, but it also translates to my headspace. Read more>>
Erik Bledsoe
My journey with self-care was somewhat forced on me, haha! During the early days, when my career was first taking off, I almost lost my voice entirely. Everything was off: I wasn’t eating right, sleeping right, I was traveling wrong, playing too many shows.. It was all falling apart. the net effect was my voice just completely stopped working. Read more>>
Daniele Klien
Prior to the Covid-19 Pandemic, self-care, for me, came in the form of activities like spa days and mini vacations. Like many other entrepreneurs I’ve come to know in recent years, with the restrictions the lockdown placed on such activities, I had to find a way, within the confines of my home, to find the level of relaxation that a self-care activity typically brings. Read more>>
Rosie von Lila
My life’s purpose is human flourishing. When I first began studying and writing on the subject, I knew instantly that if I were to be a voice for human flourishing, then I must have integrity in my own flourishing. This was when I began saying that flourishing is a practice. Human flourishing isn’t that everything is great all the time — that’s just not in reality. Read more>>
Vivian Lambert
I feel lucky that I can currently create my own schedule to allow spaciousness in my day for self care, as the daily integration feels essential for my well being. Although the following practices seem like they may take a long time, they don’t have to. Sometimes, I just take a few moments with each. Read more>>
Craig Goldberg
There is nothing more important than self-care. An interesting quote by my friend Andrew Reed illustrates this perfectly: “Serve others from your saucer.” We’re all familiar with the analogy that your cup has to be overflowing before you can help others. Picture a teacup on a saucer. The teacup needs to overflow into the saucer, and it’s from this overflow that we serve others. This visual beautifully outlines the importance of self-care. Read more>>
Alexis Holman
Self-care is one of the most underrated, yet essential forms of therapy. Personally, I self-care by taking time away from potential stressors. Long walks and soaking up natural Vitamin D (GREAT for melanated skin!) is one of my favorite ways to self-care. Generally, finding any secluded place in nature helps me destress and is my favorite form of self care. Read more>>
Stephanie Grunewald
Self-care is essential to my daily routine. I see it as fuel—without it, I can’t go far. It’s not just about filling up once and coasting, it’s about maintaining the energy and clarity I need to be effective in both my personal and professional life. Read more>>
Jacquelyn Miller
Self-care is a concept that has increasingly become a part of our cultural vocabulary, and I believe this shift is immensely beneficial. The way I view self-care is far beyond occasional indulgences like spa days or Netflix marathons. While these can be enjoyable for some, they can also diminish the fullest expression of self-care. Deep self-care involves a more intentional practice of slowing down, attuning to our needs, and responding to them with compassion. Read more>>
Rubina A Khan
I believe in speed and alacrity at work, but once I am done with a project, I go inwards and recalibrate my physical and mental speed by slowing down the pace. The adrenalin high comes down and harmonizes with my inner self, restoring the balance of energies within my mind and body. Read more>>
