If you're anything like me, self-care is the first thing to go when the plate gets full and everything in life just gets busy. We often don’t prioritise ourselves nearly as much as we should in fear of being selfish. However, self-care is crucial to not only our own health, but the health of our business.

This week, I’m joined again by Emma McQueen. If you’ve been following along with our recent conversations on the podcast, you’ll know Emma as one of my business besties and a coach who helps women achieve incredible results in their businesses. I just had to have Emma back on the podcast so that we could have another meaningful conversation in hopes of sharing real value. 

Today we’re talking about why self-care is so important, exploring what it really means and how it can be tailored to suit each person. 

We share what taking care of ourselves means to each of us, demonstrating how it can vary from person to person. While I always thought self-care was about indulging in things like massages and pedicures, I discuss the practices I’ve now implemented into my everyday life that truly align with who I am. From journalling in infrared saunas to ensuring I take a lunch break, prioritising my own wellbeing has been an absolute game changer for me.

Emma shares the tools she uses to regulate her nervous system, lower her stress levels and maintain her health and wellbeing. While her daily naps and meditation seem like impossible practices for someone like me, it’s interesting to hear how effective these routines are for her when designed for how she specifically works. 

As women in business, we tend to leave ‘me’ time to the end of the day - that’s if we give ourselves any kind of time in the first place. We even see ourselves as selfish to want to prioritise it. However, rest is a responsibility, not a reward, and it’s time to change the narrative that we’re defective if we need it. 

Self-care is a deeply personal journey, and what works for one may not work for another. The key is to explore what resonates with you, so that you’re giving yourself the best chance at maintaining your health and boosting your productivity. 

So, tune in and grab some gems from this delightful conversation on taking the actions you need to make sure your cup stays full! 

LINKS:

Previous episodes with Emma:

• Is HUSTLE a dirty word?
• Year's End: Glide or Grind

Connect with Emma McQueen:

Website:https://emmamcqueen.com.au/

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmamcqueen/

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