The flip side of running a solo successful small business is business means busy-ness. Beside me is an inch thick stack of stories waiting for me to read and respond. On my desktop is open four other documents requiring reading and response. In my inbox are three emails, and on then there are the three invoices I need to send plus the meeting I have to schedule. I think it's safe to say I'm swamped.

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What I'm experiencing is abundance--lots of the good things happening for which I have long worked and hoped. But I am still a mama and wife and human with anxiety and depression. Balance is tough to maintain when there is SO MUCH to do and only one of me. I think it will be nice to follow up on my tips for starting a small business with some tips for finding balance when it takes off. We all hold out hope for certain successes. Then we freak the frak out when they happen. 

Instead of being overwhelmed by the amount you have on your plate, consider these three tactics:

## 1. Make a list. 

Okay, yeah. Everyone says this. But here's how I list: I write out what I've already accomplished and cross it off. Then I write out what I need to accomplish and tackle that list according to priority. Because I'm a writer, I prioritize by deadline. My first upcoming deadline is to update two syllabi. I will do those after this post!

## 2. Take breaks.

Like I said, I'll get to those syllabi after this post. Writing about staying balanced is keeping me balanced. It's a sweet inversion. I am being productive, but I am also allowing my wheels to turn in the back of my mind. I am writing an essay on Steemit AND selecting reading choices for my syllabi at the same time. Because I've allowed myself a diversion, I will have processed what I need to know about a client prior to customizing their syllabus when I return to it.

## 3. Have a goal for after you work.

Better yet, have several goals that are actually rewards spread out throughout the day. Completed an essay? Make a cup of tea. Responded to two students? Have some squares of chocolate. Finished a phone call? Eat a pint of ice cream.

Um... I guess I've outed myself as motivated by food. Ha! But in all seriousness, if you finish a task, celebrate. It doesn't need to be costly. I have friends who read tarot cards or perform rituals, dance, sing, run, drive or take themselves out on some other sensory date. Whatever you choose, be aware that you have done good work. Work takes energy, and you deserve to be renewed.

## What are you favorite rewards for completing tasks?

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