From my work with hundreds of mompreneurs, I’ve observed that the majority of burnout does not come from the workload. Most of the time, we are exhausted from the mental load: the mental exhaustion of feeling like we are responsible for everything, for everyone, all the time.
1. Confront, Don’t Compensate
One of the most common traps I see is what I call the silent resignation: “It will be easier if I just do it.” This reliance, whether it’s at home or in the workplace, does not create a leader, it creates a reliance. Start having uncomfortable conversations and learn to confront. Influence the person who is uncomfortable changing their old behavior. It is a leadership skill to build capability in others and not let avoidance become a negative habit.
2. Invest In Your Peak Performance
Do not worry about spending money on yourself. And just to be clear, I do not mean shopping (unless that is what you really love to do). I mean, hiring the best coach, trainer, nutritionist, spending money on the best chair, mattress, or spa treatment that will support your energy and well-being. Think of this as investing money in your startup, except the startup is you.
3. Establish Systems, Not Stress
Build systems, automate, delegate, and simplify to create workflows that free your mind. Systems are not just for scaling; they are for conserving energy and sanity.
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4. Protect Your Mental Bandwidth
Implement structures and routines to reduce decision fatigue. From meals to meetings, everything you can predict should be pre-decided. Save your brain for strategy and creativity.
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5. Schedule Recovery Time Like A CEO
Rest is non-negotiable, rest is a lever of performance. Make time off, hobbies, and even time for nothing a priority. Recovery is not a luxury, recovery is an aspect of leadership hygiene.
Mompreneurs are the CEO of two businesses, the home and business. Sustainable success is not determined by your ability to do all the things, but rather by how you lead both enterprises.
This article is authorised by Ankoor Naik, Business & Life Coach.
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