All such good points by Mistress Tissa and Domina M!

SWers face a high risk of burnout, being both such an emotional job and one with many unseen aspects we often do all by ourselves. Talking with M. Chloe, we agreed the worst part is generally the behind-the-scenes communications that happen prior to session; dealing with low-ballers and time wasters—oh, the entitlement! Rates are a simple way to maintain a level of quality clients with whom you personally feel you can handle the emotional load.

I am a big proponent of "work smarter, not harder!"