Based on a discussion with Natalia, I rediscovered in Trello my vision board from when I was 16. Quite a few things from the first one I actually fulfilled. It is true that I did not have an Aston Martin, and I also did not have a Breitling watch for 100k. Today I created a new vision board. Because learning to live simply is not that simple. Especially in a time when someone is constantly trying to push something on you. Does anyone else have an old vision board somewhere in a drawer that’s 10+ years old?

We talk a lot about doing less work, but we rarely talk about the vacuum that leaves behind. When your identity has been tied to your output for years, a free saturday afternoon can actually feel heavy or even anxious. For many of us, the hardest part of overcoming workaholism isn't putting the phone down, it is figuring out who we are when we aren't being productive. Finding a hobby feels like another item on a to do list, and if we aren't immediately good at it, we tend to quit because it feels like a waste of time. Real rest isn't just the absence of work, it is the presence of play. You deserve to do something just because it is fun, not because it builds a skill or generates income. It is okay to be a beginner. It is okay to be messy. It is okay to do something that has no measurable ROI. Drop one activity you’ve been curious about lately in the comments below. Let’s brainstorm how to make it happen together.

We live in a non-stop reality. The mind dont stop. There is always something to think and do... Anyone can relate? Being a father recently had me thinking about this. My child makes me want to stop and focus solely on her when she's with me, but sometimes my mind go to "I need to work", "I need to do this asap", "Need to check my phone quickly". Screen time is a main issue that im working on... And I feel kinda bad about it. Thats why i joined. Will work on stop more 🙌

What if the real key to a more fulfilling career was not to scale up but to work for yourself and become a successful and sustainable company of one? The New York Times bestselling author of Deep Work Cal Newport calls this book a "must-read for any entrepreneur who prioritizes a rich life over riches." Company of One offers a refreshingly original business strategy that’s focused on a commitment to being better instead of bigger. Why? Because staying small provides one with the freedom to pursue more meaningful pleasures in life--and avoid the headaches that come with traditional growth-oriented business. Having personally discovered the benefits of cutting out the corporate hierarchy that constantly demands more, author Paul Jarvis explains how you can do the same. With this groundbreaking guide, you’ll learn how to set up your shop, determine your desired revenues, deal with unexpected crises, keep your key clients happy, and find self-fulfillment every step of the way. Source: Amazon

That is where energy begins. Burnout happens when you spend energy on things or people that drain you. It isn't a personal failure. It is how your system is set up. Most burnout doesn't come from too much work. It comes from reacting all day: Wake up, check email, social media, reply, meetings, squeeze real work into the margins. It feels productive but slowly drains you. When energy runs low patience disappears, you micromanage more, and it becomes hard to know what really matters. Energy is the early warning for performance. If it is off, burnout is already happening even if results look fine. The solution isn't doing more. It is directing your energy. Protect your best hours for things and people that matters. Focus on the people and projects that energize you. Keep a simple weekly review so you stay on track. Fix the system and leadership stops feeling heavy. Energy is one pillar. Clarity, execution, and trust follow. Happy new year 🙌