June has been one of those months. If you’re an entrepreneur, I’m sure you know exactly what I mean. Between keeping up with client work, and handling the usual family chaos, I’ve felt like I’ve been running on empty for weeks. And to be honest, I haven’t really felt like myself. Between the demands of work, the kids’ schedules, and life in general, I’ve been stretched thin.

But as I sit here, about to pack for a family camping trip from for the next 5 days, I’m reminded of something incredibly important: stepping away is not just nice, it’s necessary.

I haven’t done this in a long time. I mean really stepped away and left my laptop behind. The last time I took a break like this was back in February, and before that, well, it feels like it’s been forever. As a business owner, I’ve always had a hard time fully unplugging. There’s this nagging voice in the back of my head that says, “If I’m not constantly working, everything will fall apart.”

But the truth is, it’s okay to step back. It’s necessary to step back. I’m incredibly lucky to have a solid team that I trust, and I know that with their support, everything won’t crumble while I’m away. (And if something does go wrong, we’ll figure it out, right?)

Here’s why taking a break is so important, not just for your well being, but for the success of your business:

1. Burnout Is Real: We’ve all been there: feeling like there’s no end in sight, like we’re always “on.” But constant work without rest doesn’t lead to growth. It leads to exhaustion, which ultimately slows everything down. Taking time off helps you recharge, refocus, and come back with more energy and ideas.
2. Trusting Your Team: One of the things that’s been most important in making this break possible is the team I’ve built around me. I’ve realized that trusting others to support me (whether it’s for small tasks or big projects) has made it much easier to step away without guilt. They’ve got it handled, and I’ve learned to let go of the need to control everything.
3. The Power of Rest: As entrepreneurs, it can feel like we need to be constantly hustling to keep things moving. But rest isn’t just a luxury, it’s a key to success. When you give yourself permission to take a break, you come back feeling more creative, more inspired, and with a fresh perspective that helps you do better work.
4. The World Won’t Fall Apart: As much as we love our businesses, we can’t carry the weight of it all on our own 24/7. It’s important to remember that a few days away won’t ruin everything. In fact, it might just give you the space you need to see things more clearly and grow in new ways.

I’ll be honest, I’m still a little nervous about stepping away. But I know deep down that this break is what I need. I can’t pour from an empty cup, and I’m learning that taking time off is part of how I show up as the best version of myself. For my business, my team, and my family.

To all the entrepreneurs reading this: If you’re feeling like you can’t take a break because everything will fall apart, remember that your business (and the world) will be just fine. In fact, taking the time to recharge will make you a better business owner in the long run.

So, here’s to taking the time to rest, recharge, and come back stronger. See you on the other side!