20/12/2025
I used to struggle to take time off,
And would dread having to tell a client when I had a trip planned.
Then I realised that modelling boundaries and rest isn’t just helpful, it’s necessary.
I starting unpicking the patterns that led to me working this way in the first place.
And far from being upset,
Clients often tell me one of the most helpful aspects of working together is to see that support does not look like overdelivering,
because it gives them permission to do the same.
I’m taking two weeks off over New Year when I head to Thailand, and I’m truly excited.
Not just because my clients benefit from me being rested and restored,
But because I genuinely want that for myself too.
If you’re not as established as you want to be, or you’re feeling financial pressure,
You’re likely to want to lean into your safety strategies even more.
So get curious:
Where am I overfunctioning?
What do I fear will happen if I slow down?
What would help me feel safe enough to rest?