As a woman, and more so as a woman of colour, I’ve always felt like I had to prove myself to earn the right to be in the board room or at any decision-making table. I’d work twice as hard, stay longer, take on more responsibility - only to be overlooked or undervalued. And so I’d knuckle down and “work harder”. And all that ever led to was burnout, resentment and dissatisfaction.

Do you ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, constantly running from one task to the next? I've been there, and I know just how exhausting it can be.

Burnout is a nasty business. It sucks the life out of even the most passionate purpose-driven entrepreneur.

How many times have you felt guilty for taking some time out to rest and relax? Yup, we see you honey. It's tough not to feel like you should be tackling your to-do list instead of taking some much-needed "me time". And let's face it, it's even harder when the dirty dishes are staring you down and all you want is a glass of wine and Outlander's Jamie Fraser shirtless on repeat. But guess what? It's time to shake off that guilt and embrace the power of rest.

But here's the deal: if we don't make rest a priority, we're not serving our clients, our family, our friends and we’re actually doing ourselves a disservice.

Chronic stress and burnout can wreak havoc on our bodies and minds, leading to a whole host of physical and mental health issues. When you're constantly on the go, your nervous system can get stuck in "fight or flight" mode, leading to chronic stress and burnout.

Unlike traditional stress management techniques that focus on changing your thoughts or behaviors, somatic techniques focus on using the body's own innate ability to heal and regulate itself. By incorporating practices like orienting, grounding, and pendulation into your daily routine, you can develop greater resilience to stress and better handle the demands of your life.