No, it’s not what you think. This is not a treatise on getting married, although that might be more along the lines of choosing to say “I do” rather than “I will”. Anyway, I digress. Someone asks you to do something. Might be your boss, a friend, a family member. How often is your response,…
Stopping to pause
Today…a little hiatus. A humpluck if you will. Somewhat unexpected and very out of character. This day started with six clear hours to work, and a list of things-to-do. Some, practical, dull and long-put-off. Others, more inspiring and of the longer-term investment type. But a day filled with tasks. Tick. Tick. Tick-tick, done. Achievement, satisfaction,…
Neglected values – at what cost?
When have there been times of stress in your life due to your values being neglected or ignored? Contradicted or not honoured? In conflict with someone else’s? Neglected values is a huge subject, and touches on that tricky area of self care. Because doing things for ourselves, prioritising ourselves over others, viewing our own needs as important…
Breaking up is so very hard to do….
Breaking up is so very hard to do. Or so goes the song. Not a very up-beat, life-affirming place to start, especially when we are on the bleak subject of burnout anyway. And since the words of The Walker Brothers song are cheesier than the cheesy vapours emanating from Ian Mellis’ cheese shop, let’s keep the…
The Burnout Bandwagon
Everywhere I turn just now it seems that burnout is the topic of discussion. Several articles have appeared on LinkedIn recently, aimed at coaches who work with Chief Executives, and at care givers. Responses to my own recent musings on the importance of good boundaries, and the need to let our souls catch up with…