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Rest, boundaries and recovery

Small, realistic ways to switch off after a big day

5 min read

Gum leaves against a pale morning sky, still and restful

Advice to 'just relax' rarely helps when you're carrying a business. Small, realistic rituals often work better.

Create a closing ritual

Write tomorrow's top three tasks, then close the notebook. It signals to your mind that the day is done.

Move your body gently

A walk around the block, some stretching or time in the garden can help your nervous system settle.

Protect one evening

Pick one evening a week that is genuinely work-free, and guard it as you would an important meeting.

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