It is not fair to you or your clients to let your frustrations overwhelm you.

The most successful professionals apologize quickly for mistakes and do everything necessary to make things right. They also take criticism as an opportunity to learn and improve. They don’t take things personally. And they learn to move on.

Your profession is extremely emotionally taxing. You are dealing with people at their most vulnerable. You must pace yourself in terms of your own workload. You can’t serve people well if you are exhausted or overwhelmed.

Seek the counsel of someone who is more seasoned in your business. Attend professional development workshops for additional training.

Find outlets that take you far outside your work and feed your mind and body. Yoga, swimming or bike riding, or karaoke with a friend, could help.

Dear Amy: “Terrified” was worried because her mother wouldn’t wear a motorcycle helmet when riding. I’ve been riding for eight-plus years. Many more women are taking up motorcycle riding.