To be of service is to let your light shine bright. Denying your true calling or playing small means denying the world of your unique expertise and brilliance. We were each made differently, purposefully, so that we can contribute in a special way.

We all experience stress at some point in our lives, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, such as work, relationships, health issues, financial worries… adulting is a lot! While a little bit of stress can be beneficial, too much stress can have a negative impact on your mental and physical health.

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For most of us, we spend more time working than not. That can sound a bit depressing but what if you really enjoy the sense of accomplishment, the camaraderie, the impact you leave? Well, it doesn't have to be all bad. That being said, I bet you've had at least one job where it has left you feeling none of those things and actually feeling quite disheartened or even unhappy.

Overwhelm comes when we try to do too much. When we say yes to opportunities without stopping to think whether it's aligned with our bigger vision. When we let our ego get into the driver's seat. Or when we subconsciously follow conditioned beliefs that no longer serve us.

Burnout used to be my best friend.

In 2019, I quit my job to set up my own company. Before long, my life became a cycle of overwork, overwhelm and collapse.

I got fatigue and exhaustion, severe anxiety, chronic gastro-intestinal issues, and physical injuries from overwork.

I gave myself a repetitive strain injury in my right arm, from shoulder to index fingertip. My doctor warned me I could get lifelong nerve damage.

So I hit pause. Rested a bit. And then I fell straight back into burnout.

Again and again and again.

Burnout made me feel broken.

I’m going to talk you through an unconventional productivity hack. Doing non-work related activities during the working day.

Does the thought of that make you panic at the thought of the 'catching up' you'll have to do later?

Try not to freak out just yet. Let me explain in a little more detail.