Self-Care for Leaders

11/15/2023

I recently returned from Speaking at two conferences in New England.  The second event was the APCA Northeast Conference with student leaders.  One of my speaking topics focused on self-care for leaders.  A leader approached me at the close of the event, shaken by how much stress was happening and how simple it can be to return to essential self-care.  This is not my first instance of such a response.  And I, too, need to pay attention to the importance of self-care in my work.  Taking small steps, from walking in nature to enjoying the smell of salt air and the flowing ocean tide before an important keynote, helps me stay centered and balanced..

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