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Sep 2024
29m 8s

Planning Your Day and the Myth of Self-C...

Robyn Jackson
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We hear a lot about how principals should take time for self care, but in this week’s episode, we explore what true self care looks like. While spa appointments, massages, and lattes are great, they don’t solve the issues of an overcrowded schedule, intense pressure, and demands on your time -- they merely medicate them. So, on today’s episode, we’re breaking down 2 secrets Builders use to ensure that no matter how packed their schedules are, they don’t end the day depleted. In fact, if you do these 2 things, you can ensure that you end every day feeling accomplished. Then, when you go to the spa or engage in some other form of self care, you can truly enjoy your experience because you aren’t stressed all the way out. So, if you feel like you need a little self care, today’s episode will show you how to truly care for yourself and protect your energy #LikeABuilder.

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