What do you do when life comes at you like a speeding bullet train?

Chronic Illness is not a business stopper, but…

This year I had a relapse that surprised me and my virtual assistant clients for a loop. I was knocked out for almost 3 months. It happened so quickly and without warning that my clients were left hanging.

This SHOULD NOT happen. I’ve been sick for a while. I should know better, but I got comfortable with not having to deal with this particular issue for almost 10 years now. Chronic illness is like that.

Usually, when I get sick I feel guilty about it. It takes me a little bit to get back in the flow of things, my self-esteem (fragile as it is) is kicked to the curb, and I’m self-conscious about facing the responsibility I have toward those left hanging.

Illness is nothing to be ashamed about. I need to repeat this to myself, not ignore it and pretend it doesn’t exist. People with illnesses and disabilities work. Period.

Bonnie Gean shares her experience When Personal Issues Interrupt Your Work :

Blog post at Bonnie Gean’s Become a Community Celebrity Blog : It’s been a while since I’ve sat and penciled in a blog post or emailed out to followers. I felt it was time to explain myself, though I [..]

Source: When Personal Issues Interrupt Your Work | Bonnie Gean’s Become a Community Celebrity Blog

What Will I Do Now?

I will set up contract V.A.’s to take over when flare-ups or other unexpected challenges occur regarding my health.

I now have an agreement with my husband that when (IF) I end up in the hospital again, he will notify my support team so clients are notified of my absence. This team will then be on active duty ^_^ until my return.

What do you do with life or health interruptions while working from home or in your brick and mortar?