Reached Burnout? Here’s What to Do This Weekend
Feeling burned out? Discover quick weekend strategies to restore focus, energy, and resilience—with practical tips and online therapy insights.
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I used to think mental clarity was a luxury.
Late nights learning new skills, juggling side hustles, pushing myself past exhaustion—I thought grit alone would get me results.
But after months of spinning my wheels, busy doing work that was getting me nowhere, I realized I whilst I may be learning, I wasn’t able to see a clear path forward.
I was working hard but not seeing any results.
Then it dawned on me; I needed to take a step back and get some some perspective.
With a clear mind, I could approach projects strategically, write better content, and innovate without feeling drained.
So that’s when I discovered online therapy—not just as a way to cope, but as a career accelerator.
So I decided to take the advice and try putting myself first on a regular basis (or certainly up here with my kids) to gain clarity, protect my energy, and stay focused and present in all aspects of my life.
It seemed doable, possible, and achievable because everything was all online, making it easy to fit into my routine without disrupting my busy schedule.
I used to feel guilty taking time for myself, but as my challenges got smaller, the guilt went away.
Scheduling a weekly session gave me dedicated time to pause and reflect, and that meant that I could see more clearly the path ahead and pour my energy into the tasks that would actually move my life forward.
It wasn’t wasted time—it was an investment in my growth.
Slowly but surely it became easier to think clearly, make smarter decisions, and actually get more done….
And that’s when I realized that protecting mental health had become a strategic growth tool, not a luxury.
Here’s a simple framework to get started:
Burnout-to-Growth Framework:
Assess: Take a quick self-check. Are you mentally exhausted, easily distracted, or struggling to retain new skills?
Integrate: Schedule one online therapy session per week and pair it with a 25–30 minute focused skill sprint (putting what you have learned into action).
Apply: Journal insights and strategies from your session immediately to your work, learning, or side projects.
Sustain: Build small daily habits that boost focus, energy, and resilience—walks, micro-breaks, mindfulness, or reflection.
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By doing this regularly, I realised…
Growth isn’t just about mastering skills. It’s about building a system that protects your energy, strengthens your mental clarity, and lets you consistently apply your skills.
Small daily habits, online therapy, and structured routines… these are the coping tools that helped me get past the mental barriers I had put up in front of me, and slowly I could see my effort turning into results.
So if you’re struggling with stress, burnout, or staying consistent in your personal or professional life, my advice is to start prioritizing yourself.
When you do, I’m sure that you’ll see progress happen like I did.
Then just watch your clarity, resilience, and progress compound.
🔓From the Archives
The Mental Boundary Blueprint Prompt
Coping Skills 101: Conquer Stress for Mental Well-being
I Missed a Big Deadline (Sorry) But Here’s How I Forgave Myself, Owned It, and Kept My Momentum
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