Business is only a part of our lives.

Sometimes things happen that plunge us into a crisis and our survival instincts kick in.

When  this happens our priorities change and we have to juggle all the things we used to do without thinking.

Of all the things you’re juggling, your business is the one thing you can afford to drop.

It won’t break, it will just sit there until you pick it up and dust it off.

Everything else is fragile – including you – and you’re right to give those precious things all the attention you can.

Look after yourself first (mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually), then look after your nearest and dearest.

Everything else flows from that.

Don’t beat yourself up if your business plans have to be put on hold – they’ll still be there when you’re ready to pick them up again.

If you’re struggling to know how to re-prioritise, what to do about clients, outstanding work or getting new work, please get in touch  The main thing is not to struggle on your own or think you are the only one trying to deal with these issues. You’re not alone and having a supportive network is a great help for a lot of people.