Let’s get something straight right off the bat—I’m a mom of two teenagers, one diagnosed with Asperger’s, a business owner, and a gamer. Yep, all of that. And no, I’m not juggling flaming swords or living in a circus. I’m just doing what many mompreneurs do every day: balancing it all while trying to stay sane.

If you think you have to pick one identity and let the rest go, think again. Spoiler alert: you don’t. You can game, be a kickass mom, and run your own business without losing your mind. Here’s how I make it work—and how you can too.

Gaming Isn’t Just a Hobby — It’s My Recharge Button 🔋

Running a business and raising teens is exhausting. Like, no-quit-your-job level exhausting. Gaming is my secret weapon for recharging my brain. Whether it’s diving into Path of Exile’s intense gameplay or the peaceful rhythms of Stardew Valley, those moments of focus and escape give me the mental reset I need to come back stronger.

Gaming isn’t just a “waste of time” or a guilty pleasure—it’s self-care. And trust me, mompreneurs need that.

Being a Mompreneur Means Flexibility, Not Perfection 🤹‍♀️

Let’s be real: some days are a hot mess. The teen is having a meltdown, the client deadline is looming, and my game is paused indefinitely. That’s life. But I’ve learned to give myself grace, set boundaries, and say no when I need to.

This looks like:

• Blocking out gaming time after work, not during (unless it’s a quick reset).
  
• Letting go of “perfect” business launches for “good enough.”
  
• Prioritizing my teens and their needs without completely sacrificing my business goals.
  

It’s about progress, not perfection.

The Skills I Learned Gaming Help Me in Business and Parenting 🎯

Gaming isn’t just about fun—it’s training for real life. Strategy, patience, adapting to challenges, and thinking several moves ahead? All transferable skills that help me manage my business and handle parenting challenges.

When my teen with Asperger’s struggles with change, I remind myself to stay calm and keep trying new approaches—just like when a boss fight in Path of Exile kicks my butt repeatedly until I learn its patterns.

You Don’t Have to Give Up Your Passions to Succeed ✨

Here’s the hard truth for many entrepreneurs: burnout is real and it sucks. If you don’t carve out time for yourself—even if that means gaming, gardening, painting, or binge-watching—you’ll burn out fast.

So, own your passions. Whether it’s gaming marathons, Netflix binges, or dance parties with your kids, these are not distractions from your business—they’re fuel for it.

Final Thoughts:

You are not just a mom. You are not just a business owner. You are not just a gamer. You are all of those things, and that makes you powerful. Your life is a unique mix, and it’s what gives you your edge.

So yes, game on. Mom hard. Hustle smart. And know you’ve got this.