๐ฅ๐๐จ๐ฎ’๐ซ๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐๐ฌ – ๐๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ ๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ข๐ซ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ ?
As leaders, we navigate complex landscapes, juggle responsibilities, meet tight deadlines, grapple with unrealistic expectations and unforeseen challenges. And thatโs just at work, never mind home!
Amidst this whirlwind, our own well-being often takes a backseat. Practicing self-care builds, resilience for future challenges and tough times. This doesnโt mean getting up at 4 am and spending hours in the gym!
Hereโs how some of the leaders I work with embody these principles:
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Sarah, seasoned executive: Starts every morning with a 15-minute meditation. She takes 2 short breaks during the day to clear her mind and eats her lunch away from her desk. These small rituals help her stay focused, calm, and ready to tackle challenges, enhancing her leadership effectiveness.
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Omar, technical director: When a critical deadline shifts unexpectedly, Omar uses virtual collaboration tools to quickly gather his team, discusses alternative approaches, and adapts swiftly. His resilience and proactive approach keep projects on track and motivate his team.
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Maya, CEO of non profit: During tough times, she revisits the stories of lives transformed by her organisation. This deeper purpose fuels her determination and makes her the steady anchor for her team.
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James, startup founder: Faces uncertainty daily. His support network of trusted advisors, fellow entrepreneurs and family, helps to keep him grounded. They celebrate wins and navigate setbacks together.
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Francesca, executive director: Practices mindfulness. She listens intently, noticing nuances in discussions. Her clarity leads to better decisions and sets a resilient tone for the entire organisation.
Simple, time-efficient habits practiced consistently can make a huge difference to your well-being.
๐ค What simple self-care practices do you incorporate into your daily routine?
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