Scheduling 'down time' is a must for me. Otherwise, I tend to take on too much without realizing that I'm starting to drain my own battery. Crowd sourcing efforts or delegating tasks are options which are often overlooked when you are stressed. Spending 30 minutes figuring out how you can utilizing your resources better can in the end save you many hours of work. Also, it is important to still do things outside of work with friends and family. All work and no play doesn't work in the long run.

Stress & urgency situations are very common and skipping them is not an option. For me when such situation arises, I mostly take a 5 step approach to maintain mind sanity: Step 1) Take a pause and stay calm Step 2) Acknowledge and accept the situation Step 3) Set down the priorities Step 4) Thinking about the solutions Step 5) Start working towards the solution During the process, I keep reminding myself "its just a situation and eventually there will be solution and things will fall in place".

1️⃣ Create Non-Negotiable Routines: I build small, consistent habits into my day, such as morning mindfulness, hydration breaks, or a 10-minute stretch. These habits are sacred, no matter how busy I get. 2️⃣ Shift the Perspective: Instead of viewing self-care as "extra time," I see it as the fuel that powers my productivity. A calm, clear mind helps me make better decisions and manage challenges effectively. 3️⃣ Ask for Support: Delegating and leaning on my trusted team allows me to focus on what truly matters while ensuring I don’t burn out. Entrepreneurship is a team sport—it’s okay to share the load. 4️⃣ Set Boundaries with Urgency: Not all urgent matters are truly critical. I pause, assess, and prioritize, my health and well-being.

Stress and urgency are common. You face them everyday I ensure to take a pause and think before responding. I make sure my mental health and mental state is not deteriorated. I matter. More than anyone else. You matter!