If you’re a mom and you’re in real estate chances are you’ve a lot going on… all the time! Whether you are raising children or no. Running a business and securing sales can be a challenge that leaves you with little to no time.
Add into that mix the demands of school schedules, activities, quality family time and playdates. It becomes easy to see why self care can get put at the bottom of a realtor moms list.
When I say bottom, I actually mean the list that floats around never actually getting done. Just is noted somewhere so you kinda of feel better about yourself for having at least thought about it.
Yet this is. Here is 3 reasons why self care should be at the top of your list.
Time = Money
if you aren’t investing time in yourself, than it can quite literally translate to less earning potential. Whilst it may seem counter intuitive to give up a portion of your day to spend on self care and not your business. It can actually lead to increased profits, productivity and long term success.
That’s because, things like burnout, inconsistent energy levels and fatigue are all real side effects of not paying enough attention to your body and mind.
These aren’t just buzz words. Ignoring they can lead to a depleting motivation, loss of concretisation or forgetfulness. It can even result in increased illness and physical symptoms such as shortness of breath, heat palpitations and chest pains.
All of which will consume much more of your time or even put you out of action completely.
Helps to Strengthen Your Relationships.
This is key in the real estate industry. Almost all top producing agents accredit their sphere of influence in achieving the levels of success they accomplish.
As well as transferring into other habits in your life. Building a consistent habit of self care also gives you the chance to recharge, breath and regroup your thoughts.
Resulting in better relationships with those you come in contact with. By taking time out to focus on you, you are allow yourself the chance to be more rested and balanced.
This translates into being more understanding, patient and considerate in your interactions with others. Helping to build solid relationships that are respected and praised.
Boosts Your Productivity
By focusing on your self care through getting enough sleep, practising mindfulness and getting enough exercise. It will improve your level of focus, concentration and in turn lead to increased productivity.
Exercise alone can help with your memory and thinking. Whilst getting enough sleep not only supports this is also improves your decision making abilities and your motivation.
By making time for yourself you also enhance your self esteem. Because people who take care of themselves are generally more positive. Meaning they view themselves in a positive light and bring more value to what they do. Cutting out the time wasting activities that so often act as a decoy for those struggling with low self esteem.
So now we have explored 3 keys reasons why making time for self care will benefit you as a realtor. The question remains;
What Can You Do, to Make Self Care a Priority?
Here’s 3 quick suggestions:
- Make sure you schedule self care as a solid commitment.
- Create your own personal rituals that you’ll love
- Set SMART goals for your self-care as you would your business.
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