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The Art of Pausing: When Doing Less Opens More Doors
Lately, I notice my calendar feels like it belongs to everyone else. It’s full of demands, meetings, and responsibilities, with only a sprinkle of the things I truly want to do. When I try calendar blocking, it instantly triggers me. The structure feels like control, and part of me longs to be free. Yet at the same time, I know I need some rhythm to thrive. I catch myself pushing through to get...
Beyond Binary
It’s Not Personal
Have you ever had an experience at work that left you questioning your worth? For me, it happened recently during performance review time. I had asked a peer for feedback. We had both agreed to support one another, yet when I reached out, they declined. At first, it stung. It felt personal — like my contributions didn’t matter. But as I sat with it, I realized the truth. Their decision wasn’t...
Perfectionism Isn’t Protection—It’s a Cage
For years, I thought perfection was my safety net. If I could make something flawless before sharing it, I wouldn’t have to risk failing—or worse, being judged. But here’s the truth I’ve uncovered: perfectionism doesn’t protect us. It keeps us stuck. I used to hold back ideas, offers, even simple things like cleaning, because I couldn’t do them “perfectly.” I told myself I was just being...