The Doctor Told Me To Throw It Away - #ellensmile #realtalk #WorkLifeBalance

The Doctor Told Me To Throw It Away - I thought I could work through it, but my body had other plans. This weekend, I was hit with a brutal stomach virus, but instead of resting, I kept pushing to create content for you all. Between the exhaustion and a broken blood pressure machine giving me scary readings, I finally hit a wall. Today, I went to the doctor and got a reality check. My machine was lying to me (she told me to throw it out!), but my fatigue was very real. In this video, I’m being honest about creator burnout, recovering from a virus, and why "pushing through" isn't always the answer. Thank you for sticking by me even when I’m not at 100%. I’m taking a moment to hydrate and heal so I can get back to the quality content you deserve! Have you ever pushed through being sick because you didn't want to let people down? How do you know when it’s finally time to stop? #ellensmile #realtalk #WorkLifeBalance #CreatorBurnout #worklifebalance Hello, my name is Ellen Smile, and this channel is my heart on display. It's unfiltered, vulnerable, and real. Not long ago, I lost my husband, Steve, my partner, my best friend, my everything. That loss turned my world upside down. Grief has become a part of my daily life, and for a while, I stepped away from the camera to simply breathe through the pain. But now, I'm back. I'm still healing, still hurting, but showing up anyway. This space is raw and real. Some days you'll find me live, having open and honest conversations about life, loss, healing, joy, and hope. Other days, I might share what I’m feeling, what I’m making for dinner, finances or where I found a great sale. It’s all part of my journey. The heavy and the light, the hard truths and the small wins. Join me for spontaneous live sessions where nothing is off-limits and everything comes from the heart. This is a safe, honest space for anyone who needs encouragement, laughter, or just a real moment with someone who gets it. Whether you’re here for inspiration, motivation, grief support, or just to feel a little less alone, you're in the right place. I’m not perfect, and I don’t have it all figured out, but I’m here, and I promise to be real with you every step of the way. 💬 Let’s laugh. Let’s cry. Let’s grow. 💛 Your story matters. Your voice belongs. 🎥 Hit that play button and join the conversati