Breaking Down When Building Up Their Business: Common Health Issues Entrepreneurs Face
Learning the fine art of developing your business or helping your company get off the ground is a task unlike any other. Many people chase the entrepreneurial lifestyle; those late nights and early mornings where they feel more alive than they ever have before. But being an entrepreneur can mean certain health issues taking their toll. What's more, having health problems in terms of an entrepreneurial lifestyle can impact your well-being. Let's highlight some of the common health issues of entrepreneurs.
The Lack of Health Insurance
You may not think about this as being a health issue as such, but solopreneurs are less likely to have health insurance because they will have to make big decisions, not just in terms of the business, but choosing between everyday necessities and paying insurance premiums. Whether you need a dentist to keep your fillings in check or a doctor to keep certain health conditions at bay, health insurance is essential. But when people feel they need to choose their business over their well-being, this can lead to a wide variety of mental health conditions.
Depression and Anxiety
Depression is the most common mental health condition. There are many reasons entrepreneurs may suffer from this. But it's also important to note that there is a wide range of depression. Some can have low-level depression that may seem insignificant but, if left untreated, can snowball. For other people who feel that they have invested so much into their work, only for external circumstances to rip the carpet out from underneath them, they could feel there is no way back from the brink. The most obvious example right now is the number of businesses that have folded due to the coronavirus. Depression, unfortunately, is quite prevalent at the moment. A study conducted by Dr Michael Freeman discovered that 49% of 240 surveyed reported having a mental health condition and 27% reported anxiety.
Sleeping Problems
As many entrepreneurs feel they need to work at least 50 hours a week, this means there is not much time for shut-eye. When you throw into the mix excessive traveling that can contribute to jet lag, it's unsurprising that entrepreneurs have trouble switching off at the end of the day. For any entrepreneur looking to have a better balance in their life so they can sleep, there are certain working practices that need to be undertaken. Whether this is a productive tool like the Pomodoro method, or learning how to switch your phone off at the end of the day and keeping it off until the following morning, the right practices are crucial.
Joint and Circulation Problems
Spending a lot of time sitting at a desk is detrimental to anybody’s health. If you are looking for a way to work better without joint and circulation problems due to being sat down all day, a standing desk or incorporating breaks can help. The longer people work behind a desk, the higher the likelihood of circulation and joint problems.
There are numerous other health problems out there, but for anybody looking to dip their toe into the entrepreneurial world, it's important to be aware of common health challenges that are faced. It is not par for the course, just as long as you know what you can do to prepare yourself.
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