How to Find New Energy This Fall (and Beyond)
The pace and complexity of our world can feel designed to lead to burnout—and the global pandemic created even more pressure. It eroded our mental health, created imbalances in our lives, and exacerbated inequities in medical care, employment, and quality of life.
So how can we deliberately renew mind, body, and spirit—and help others do the same? Look to the moon, a symbol of constant renewal, and incorporate that waxing and waning into your life.
Rethink routines.
Break up your day with a walk outdoors—or eat breakfast for dinner. Give yourself permission to stop being serious, at least for a bit, and bring wonder and joy to your day.
Begin again.
Yes, this year has been a rocky one, and the road ahead is unclear. But show up for your colleagues and loved ones with the mindset that every moment is a fresh start.
Make a connection.
Stress can be a heavy load to bear alone. When you reach out to people you trust and express your vulnerabilities, it can bring you a sense of relief and rejuvenation. Take this a step further and be a trustworthy listener for others too.
Go outside.
Natural light resets your mood, circadian rhythm, and work capacity. Have your next meeting or dinner outside and notice the renewing effects.
Learn from adversity.
No one has escaped the effects of the pandemic. But this time has also allowed for renewal. Now we can evolve healthier ways of living and working together.
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