What I Wish I Knew About Stress 5 Years Ago—And How I Manage It Now

If you're a business leader, you've felt it.

The endless grind. The mounting pressure. The sleepless nights where your mind races through a million to-dos.

5 years ago, when I took my business online and grew the team, I thought stress was part of the deal.

"The price of success," I told myself.

But it cost me more than I realized. It robbed me of my health, my focus, and moments with my family I can never get back.

Here's what I wish I knew back then:

Stress isn't a badge of honor. It's a warning sign.

The moment I acknowledged this, everything changed. I stopped using stress as fuel and started managing it like a business asset. Here’s how:

1. Built a Morning Routine That Works FOR Me I used to wake up and dive straight into emails. Now, I own my mornings. Exercise, 10 minutes of mindfulness, and a plan for the day—it sets the tone for peak performance.
2. Prioritized Sleep as a Non-Negotiable Sleep isn’t wasted time; it’s a force multiplier. I now protect my 7 hours like it’s a meeting with a top client.
3. Found Power in Saying NO I used to say yes to everything, thinking it would lead to more opportunities. The truth? Saying no to distractions gave me back control over my time and energy.
4. Invested in Coaching I tried going it alone for years—only to stay stuck in the same stress cycle. Hiring a coach gave me the accountability and structure I needed. This was key for a lasting change.

So here’s my message to you:

If you’re grinding yourself into the ground, ask yourself—at what cost?

Your health? Your relationships? Your longevity?

It doesn’t have to be this way. You don’t have to accept stress as your norm. Invest in your well-being now, not later. Be the role model your family and team need.

Because your business needs YOU at your best—not burned out and running on fumes.

This is why my mission is simple: To be the last coaching company you'll ever need.

We help leaders like you reclaim their health, optimize their performance, and finally make stress management a skill, not a struggle.

Ready to change your story?

Book a consultation call (complimentary) today by visiting my website (link at top of post)

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