That anxious feeling: the compulsion to reply to an email right away, the constant need to check your notifications, the pull to immediately read every message that comes through—sound familiar? It’s not just a one-time thing; it’s a culture—a culture of urgency. We live in a world that expects 24/7 availability, driven by the perceived…
Breaking Free from the Exhausting Cycle of Urgency Culture Do you ever feel like you have to respond to every notification, email, or message the moment it arrives? Like if you don’t answer now, you’ll somehow be falling behind? We’ve all experienced that pressure—the nagging feeling that if we’re not constantly on, we’re not committed…
I’ve been reflecting on my own career journey a lot lately, and how it mirrors the experiences of many professionals—especially those of us who’ve faced the unexpected loss of a job or the pressures of a high-status role. It’s something that’s shaped not only who I am today but how I approach my work as…
In our fast-paced world, taking a break often feels like a luxury we can’t afford. We push ourselves to keep going, driven by the belief that constant productivity is the key to #success. But what if the real secret to peak performance and well-being lies in the power of pausing? The Art of Pausing The…
A few days ago, I engaged in a profound conversation with a client, a tremendously accomplished individual who has built a robust career and business over the years. For the sake of this article, I will call him Bob. Our dialogue initially centered around personal objectives related to physical health, but unexpectedly moved in a…