For too long, we’ve been living on the edge of burnout, with to-do lists growing longer, calendars crammed full, and deadlines that seem never-ending. It’s not a secret that busyness has been worn like a badge of honour, while moments of down time are seen as unproductive. But if there’s no time to breathe or room to think, how are we able to forge new ideas, let alone implement them?
I didn’t realise how ingrained this lifestyle had become for me until I ventured into self-employment in 2023. Balancing busy periods with quieter ones unexpectedly brought anxiety and self-judgment instead of the anticipated relief to pause and reflect. However, the tide is turning in the world of work; there’s a growing pushback against non-stop demands, and increased awareness
