The thing about working for yourself is, you have you for a boss. Me, in my case, is a real softie. “You look tired,” Me will say, “You’ve worked for a good 20 minutes. Time for a lie-down.”

“But these deadlines—“

“Oh, you. Deadlines can wait. You come first! Also don’t forget the dessert I got you for after lunch. My god, you are a treasure.”