Hi Reader, For me, 2023 was all about boundaries. Establishing them. Communicating them. Reinforcing them. Putting systems in place to maintain them. Boundaries. Boundaries, everywhere. Before we dive into three types of radical boundaries that are crucial to self-care, I just want to set the record straight on what boundaries are and what they are not. myth-busting boundariesA common myth about boundaries is that they are inherently selfish. Some people believe that establishing and enforcing personal limits is self-centered or inconsiderate of others. But this misunderstands the purpose of boundaries. In reality, boundaries create clarity and foster respect between yourself and the world around you. Establishing limits helps you define your needs, protect your mental and emotional space, and communicate effectively with others. Healthy boundaries are an essential aspect of self-care. Creating them will help you build stronger, more authentic connections with others. And, the reason I was all about radical boundaries this year? It helped me stave off full-blown burnout from setting in. the boundary triadI’ve zeroed in on three types of boundaries that help me navigate life with intention, resilience, and authentic connection.
Notice there's a lot of choice in there. Let’s consider how we can implement these boundaries to make work suck less. time boundariesPrioritize tasks that align with your personal goals. A lot of this comes down to time management (and in my world, that means calendar management).
energy + attention boundariesAKA Give A F*cks. Safeguard your mental health by prioritizing activities that energize you when they energize you.
people boundariesEstablish and communicate limits with the people in your life, and spend your time with the people who energize you
next week!Want to dig in more to how you can leverage boundary-setting for more balance in 2024? I'm hosting free workshop on overcoming burnout. Grab a tired and touched-out work bestie and register for Break the Burnout Cycle: Your Blueprint for Balancing Work, Life, and Personal Growth on Thursday, December 28 at 2pm ET. One more week, fam. You got this. Cassandra |
113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205 |
I’m a mom, certified career coach, ex-spy, and corporate culture leader. I'm driven to make work suck less by helping women break the burnout cycle, pivot with purpose, and thrive in their careers. I believe everyone deserves to wake up excited and energized for the day. Together, let's find the perspective you need to work, create, and build from a place of joy, not dread. #makeworksuckless
Make Work Suck Less New this week from the home office Hey Reader, I spent weeks trying to find a card for Michael for Father's Day. Visited all my usual card spots: the coffee shop that sells kitschy cards, the local book store, Whole Foods. Nada. Anyone else exasperated by the ridiculousness of these artifacts that are supposed to celebrate dads? Just me? Did someone forward you this edition of Make Work Suck Less? Subscribe now tools + ties Every single Father's Day card falls into one of...
Make Work Suck Less New this week from the home office Hey Reader, It's been so long since the last time we chatted, I had my baby and she just turned 1! Hmm... What else is new? I went back to work for a hot minute, took a LOA when postpartum hit hard, then returned for real in February. We completed a massive 8-month renovation on our house in March. Traveled for the first time with 2 kids to Puerto Rico in April. And hey, we didn't lose anyone! throwback to PR with the kids Now I'm working...
Make Work Suck Less New this week from the home office Hey Reader, Part of my ongoing fight to stave off burnout is remembering to acknowledge big and small wins. So before we dive into the heavy, and deeply personal stuff, I'd love to share a few really fun wins from last week... 🌶️ We won my husband's work chili cookoff with our "Shaken not stirred" cowboy chili. It's got three types of pork and is both sweet and spicy. This will be our 3rd competitive win with this recipe (though the 2nd...