Notary Entrepreneurs are not only essential but truly the backbone of our nation. We are on the front lines of all transactions. That alone can be stressful but then add:
A Pandemic – New Accelerated Remote Online Notary Laws – Clients that Demand you meet Face-To-Face with their Signers (despite Stay-At-Home Orders)
All this can be quite jarring in this emotionally charged atmosphere that is full of dread and panic around the world. With that in mind I took a break from the fear-based and negative headlines everywhere and decided to put pen to paper (or just typing it out on my laptop) some tips that may help us all cope with this pandemic.
1. Be aware of your thoughts and talk to someone you trust about your feelings. As a Notary Entrepreneur you will have several demands on you. Professionally as well as personally. Remember that your duties as a notary is different than any other career. Sometimes it is good just to network and talk with other notaries that know what you are going through. This has helped me a great deal over the years.
2. Limit the amount of time you are watching, reading or listening to the news. News cycles are on a 24 hour loop. It’s very tempting to try to keep up and watch every second of what’s going on. Experts say constantly checking for updates is not good for your mental health. Try to check, if needed, only once or twice a day to keep up with important updates and be firm with yourself to leave it at that.
3. Practice Self-Care. Make sure you are getting plenty of good sleep at night. Meal planning is also very critical for the notary entrepreneur because of the go, go, go schedule we usually keep. Also make sure you are hydrating well by drinking plenty of water throughout your day.
4. Set proper boundaries with others. Make sure you keep negative people at bay. This is critically important at this time in the world. When you go out on assignments, even if they are remote online notary assignments, you may encounter people that have been in quarantine for a couple of weeks and may want to share with you every opinion they have about the pandemic. Set boundaries and explain (in a professional manner) that you are trying to take care of your mental health and you’d like them to change the subject.
Professional Notary Kit
“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” -Bobby Unser
This Professional Notary Kit is for the notary entrepreneur that wants to get all their notary supplies in one place. This kit includes you need in order to do General Notary Work as well as taking on assignments as a Notary Signing Agent. It includes:
- Professional Notary Sta…
5. Monitor your mental health. Make sure you are keeping an eye on your thoughts and moods. If you notice signs that you are struggling try some self-management tools like going on a walk, meditation, breathing exercises or praying.
If you do find that your mental health is declining and you are not able to cope well, call someone that you trust like a love one, a medical professional or a psychiatrist. Remember, your mental health is just as important as your physical health.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1 800 273 8255
Daniel C. Lewis was named in 2010 Notary of the Year by the National Notary Association. He was also named in the same year as an Honorary Secretary of State by the Indiana Secretary of State in that same year. He resides in Carmel, IN, and is currently the Executive of Lewis Training Services, an approved education vendor by the Indiana Department of Insurance. Daniel is also an entrepreneur, writer, video editor, and Managing Partner of Lewis Notary Services Inc. Check out these other blog posts by this author
- 10 Reasons Why Notary Entrepreneurs Should be Financially Fit
- How to build Self-Confidence as a Notary Entrepreneur
- 10 Ways Notary Entrepreneurs Can Stop Procrastination
- Six Essential Reasons Why Every Notary Entrepreneur Needs a LegalShield Policy
- Four Essential Tips for the Aspiring Notary Entrepreneur
Awesome read. I just passed this onto a buddy who was doing some research on that. He actually bought me lunch because I found it for him! Thus let me rephrase: Thank you for lunch! Alisha Levin Derwon
Good post! We are linking to this great content on our website. Keep up the good writing. Pandora Alan Fernand
Hey there. I found your blog by means of Google at the same time as searching for a similar topic, your site got here up. It appears great. I have bookmarked it in my google bookmarks to come back then. Alyse Abbie Ferree
These are genuinely impressive ideas in about blogging. You have touched some good factors here. Any way keep up wrinting.| Siobhan Les Woermer
This article is in fact a pleasant one it assists new web people, who are wishing in favor of blogging. Jacquelynn Kareem Ardyth Michel Levi Nathanael
It was very useful, I can say it was a useful article for me. Madelena Puff Yoshio
I delight in, result in I discovered exactly what I used to be taking a look for. Brigida Dario Dulcine
Greetings! Very useful advice within this article! It is the little changes that will make the biggest changes. Many thanks for sharing! Naomi Homere Mariandi
Great, thanks for sharing this article. Really looking forward to read more. Fantastic. Fanchette Gilburt Benjamin Melony Herman Clarance
I consider something truly interesting about your website so I saved to bookmarks . Gloriana Arvy Lundeen Dyna Raimondo Renate
This is my first time pay a quick visit at here and i am really impressed to read all at single place. Hyacinth Glendon Ebony
I dugg some of you post as I cerebrated they were invaluable very helpful Esma Jeth Grier
You have a quality site, I congratulate you on this Kellsie Ferdie Leta
There is definately a great deal to find out about this topic. I like all the points you made. Cherrita Elvin Minta
I am sure this piece of writing has touched all the internet people, its really reallyfastidious paragraph on building up new weblog. Cleopatra Adolf Jefferey
Magnificent beat ! I wish to apprentice while you amend your web site, how could i subscribe for a blog site? The account aided me a acceptable deal. I had been a little bit familiar of this your broadcast offered bright clear concept Tabbitha Andreas Astraea
Marvelous, what a website it is! This website presents helpful data to us, keep it up.| Zsazsa Hilary Yance
Awesome post. I am a regular visitor of your blog and appreciate you taking the time to maintain the excellent site. I will be a regular visitor for a long time. Verena Conroy Aniweta
After this lock down, we will all become sensible. The public at large will think thrice before spending their hard earned money. This is called the Corona effect on mankind. When money is not available in plenty, the concentration ability will increase for the public at large, from 12secs in the year 2000 to 12hrs in the year 2021. Lynea Izaak Gustafsson
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I really appreciate your efforts and I am waiting for your further post thanks once again. Andreana Vincent Klement
I am thinking of visiting your website again Thanks Madelena Corney Saberio
Good day! I simply wish to give you a big thumbs up for the great info you have here on this post. I am coming back to your blog for more soon.| Megen Humfrid Amund
Some really nice and utilitarian information on this internet site, besides I conceive the layout has wonderful features. Thekla Jessey Braca
Thanks really practical. Will certainly share site with my good friends. Evey Barnebas Christie Kelila Nicko Filberto
I like looking through an article that can make people think. Also, thanks for permitting me to comment! Estele Gothart Thielen
Thanks for ones marvelous posting! I really enjoyed reading it, you could
be a great author. I will be sure to bookmark your blog and will eventually come back later in life.
I want to encourage you to continue your great writing, have a nice morning!
https://waterfallmagazine.com
Pretty! This was an incredibly wonderful article.
Thanks for providing this information.
This site was… how do I say it? Relevant!!
Finally I have found something that helped me. Cheers!
I think this is a real great article post.Thanks Again. Great.
Nice blog here! Also your site loads up very fast!
What web host are you using? Can I get your affiliate link to your host?
I wish my website loaded up as fast as yours lol
Hello There. I found your weblog the usage of msn. This is an extremely
well written article. I’ll make sure to bookmark it and come
back to learn more of your useful information. Thanks for
the post. I’ll certainly return.
Of course, what a magnificent site and illuminating
posts, I surely will bookmark your blog.All the Best!
Really informative blog post.Really thank you! Cool.