Push limits before setting limits.
Over-commitment is inevitable for aspirational leaders.
“…only those who will wish to go too far can possibly find out just how far one can go.” T.S. Eliot
Manage excess; don’t avoid it.
Over-commitment is a gift. Expect it. Use it. Don’t beat yourself down because of it.
It’s funny we celebrate Labor Day by taking the day off. We honor work with hot dogs and hammocks.
Labor Day is the national “do nothing” award for doing something.
Don’t focus on what you do. Reflect on what your work does.
Emotional fatigue doesn’t just drain your energy—it steals your passion, clouds your judgment, and dulls your leadership edge.
This post unpacks the warning signs and offers practical steps to restore clarity, energy, and effectiveness before burnout takes over.
“There is no desert like living without friends.” – Baltasar
Begin to be a friend to yourself.
You aren’t fit to be a friend until you are a friend to yourself. “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with yourself.
What can you do today?
Lies have power because they feel true. Negative self-talk feels accurate even when it’s ridiculous.
This post offers simple strategies that defeat the lies that defeat us.
Begin by noticing things like “should” statements.
Don’t should on yourself so much.
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