We all like to do things well, there’s no doubt about it. When my clients and I begin working together they often share that they often struggle to figure out what “enough” looks like. They often ask themselves, did I really try hard enough on that project? Did I put in enough effort with this friendship? They become accustomed to putting their needs on the back burner as they’re trying to accomplish so much in their day to day, and it’s starting to feel like their best isn’t even enough.

Sometimes we find that we’ve been pushing ourselves to do more, to feel good, but to a level that isn’t sustainable. This may look like feeling like all the effort and work we put in isn’t giving us the results we’re looking for. Many clients struggle to relax and truly give themselves rejuvenating rest. It can also look like prioritizing certain areas of life and leaving some areas in total neglect, like having an incredible performance review, but not being able to remember the last time you went to the movies with a friend.

When we’re used to pushing so hard and putting forth so much effort, it’s difficult to know when or even how to pump the breaks. We know a fulfilling life is not sustainable on this path, but it can be hard to imagine where to begin in finding balance and not feel like we’re failing ourselves.

To all my folks who have pushed hard to achieve and find themselves burnt out, let’s find another way, and I can help.