Balancing a 9-5 and a Side Hustle: How to Prioritize Mental Wellness Without Burning Out

Posted by Marc Salvador on

Do you ever feel like you’re running on autopilot — working your 9-5, trying to grow your side hustle, and somewhere in between… trying not to burn out ?!

You’re not alone. As someone who works full-time in mental health while running a dropship business centered on empowerment and mindfulness, I know the hustle all too well. That’s exactly why I created my digital mindfulness guide: to support entrepreneurs like you who are doing it all — and feeling it all.

Here’s the truth: balancing your passions and responsibilities doesn’t mean sacrificing your mental health. It means being intentional about rest, clarity, and building your business in a way that supports your wellness, not depletes it.

Quick Tips to Protect Your Mental Wellness While Building a Side Hustle:

  • Set boundaries: Your evenings and weekends don’t need to be consumed by work.

  • Embrace slow growth: Success doesn’t have to be rushed — what matters is sustainability.

  • Automate where you can: Let tools and systems work for you so you can reclaim your time.

  • Practice daily mindfulness: Even 5 minutes of grounding yourself can reset your entire day.

Want More Support?


Grab my Digital Mindfulness Guide for Side Hustlers — only $25 and packed with practical tips, signs of burnout to watch for, and a mindfulness plan that fits your lifestyle.

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Let this be your reminder: you don’t have to lose yourself to build something meaningful. You can grow your business and protect your peace—both are possible.


Comment below or DM us on IG (@migs.collective) if you’ve ever felt burnout creeping in while chasing your dreams. Let’s normalize rest and root for each other.