The Sabbatical - Time Out

I planned to take time out, to allow myself some space and recovery time.

We live in an age where flexible working and a healthy work-life balance are becoming increasingly important.

It was important to me.

To travel. To rekindle friendships and relationships.

So I did just that. I've loved every moment of it.

But you know the hardest part of taking time out ...

The emotional disconnect with your business / profession.

I'm sure there are pros and cons to all sabbatical arrangements but when it is your own business (and you get to call the shots), you get to decide for how long and to what extent you retreat.

While you're in the rhythm of work / business, you build pace and gain momentum, creating a snowball effect; attracting attention.

You're visible, you're seen, you're remembered.

So yes, I guess there's a downside to taking a sabbatical (out of sight, out of mind and all that).

But there comes a time when you're ready to turn your back on...

The Journey Back to Full Recovery

Having taken a holistic look at the many dimensions of Health and Wellness, we have come to realise the connectivity between these aspects and how they present themselves in reality. How they affect our vitality.

After a 'down' time, (see my earlier blog, You Are Not Alone), it is important not to wallow in any low mood you may be experiencing; otherwise the 'brain-fog' and sluggishness may quickly come to roost!

With New Beginnings comes fresh resolve.

We have talked about the importance of allowing ourselves to 'feel the feels', to love, to fear, to dread, to grieve; to experience the highs and lows and then to return to our senses (oneself), and allow ourselves to simply be human ...

 Be Your Own Best Bet!

It's time to be your own best bet, from this point forward. Learn to rely on yourself. You have everything you need within you.

Learn to nurture and appreciate 'me time'. To look after yourself as number one, as only then can you ensure...