Managing work with a chronic illness is difficult, but in unexpected ways. For me, it’s less about not feeling well and more about the amount of doctors appointments and need for flexibility. I can work a 40+ hour a week, and often do as a new business owner, but knowing I can take an afternoon to drive the hour and a half trip to Boston to get an iron infusion that will help my productivity, boost my energy, and help me be clearheaded is a win for me.

If you know me, you know I enjoy speaking on Youtube so you can see my face and hear my voice. So please enjoy the video below. Some highlights are below if you enjoy reading!

I’ll be posting a new Youtube video every weekday for the next month, so stay tuned for more content!

Managing Work and a Chronic Illness Video Highlights

• I had so much motivation starting my business because I went with my gut and knew being an entrepreneur is for me.
  • time for myself and flexibility
  • can connect with a variety of people and pivot
  • ability to work from home
• Managing work with a chronic illness
  • Meditation – I love Insight Timer and To Be Magnetic
  • Timeblocking
  • Weekly check in
  • Starting my day with reading and watching a video at lunch or dinner
  • Making time for learning
  • Eating healthy meals – time blocking grocery runs
  • Slow down before you need to.
  • Be unapologetic.
• Hustle culture
  • Remember you only have one life. If you’re super passionate about something and are seeing success, it can be really easy to want to keep going.
  • One thing I’ve learned is that quiet time and space is crucial  for growth. 
  • If you’re feeling anxiety about taking a break, it’s probably the best time to take one.
  • Someday you’ll look back and wish you’d just taken the trip, went to the concert, hung out with your friends, or read instead of working late.
  • Anytime I pick up a book when I’m feeling resistance to slowing down, I read something that truly speaks to my soul and answers a question I’ve been asking.
  • God and the universe will reward you for taking care of yourself.
  • If something isn’t fun, it’s not worth it to me.