Archive for the Energy Management
The U.S. Department of Labor reports only one in five women take a vacation once every six years. I’m betting that if you are reading this blog, you are in that 20% group. This doesn’t mean you took a few days off to get things done at home, attend a friend’s wedding, or entertain the kids. This means taking a bona fide, self-centered, body and mind relaxing week off.
In addition to promoting good mental health, women who take vacations report better sleep, better relationships, and were less... Read More
“Until you’ve lost your reputation, you never realize what a burden it was, or what freedom really is.” – Margaret Mitchell
After reading this quote, I asked myself what parts of my work did I choose to do for my joy and what parts to maintain “my reputation?” What did I say “yes” to because it just felt important to do?
I had to admit that there were lots of things I’ve done, do, and wish for that are more about my reputation than the impact. Sigh.
Then I read an article... Read More
