Shelly Horton Instagram – Not going to lie, there have been a number of teary meltdowns while working so hard and fast for the past 8 weeks. After a very lean work year (thanks shit economy and cost of living budget cuts) I said “yes please” to all work that came my way and that my fab agent @simslstyle drummed up. In 8 weeks I did… 22 x Interstate flights 10 x MC/Hosting gigs 4 x Keynote Speaking gigs 10 x Today Extra and Today Show TV appearances 10 x Talking Honey episodes scripted and recorded 7 x Don’t Sweat It Webinars 3 x Media training sessions 16 x 9Honey Articles Am I exhausted? Yes. Am I glad I did it all? Yes. Did I cry more than a few times? Yes. Am I grateful for the work? YES! Am I now going to curl into a ball for a few weeks, probably have a few more exhausted tears but rest, lie around with puppies and do the minimum to recharge – SHIT YES! When you run your own business or you ARE your own business work/life balance is bullshit. Work hard when you can and rest when you can but be aware it may not happen on your preferred timeline. Sending puppy cuddles to all my other self employed/freelance/small business owners out there. #keepingitreal #burnout #smallbusiness #rest #puppiesarethebest