Make It Easier, Not Harder
embracing spring without burnout
"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." — Lao Tzu
Spring has sprung! Happy Vernal Equinox!
There’s something about this season that fills me with energy. The longer days, the fresh air, the sense that everything is waking up again—including me. Suddenly, I have all these ideas, projects, and plans. I want to deep clean, garden, film, write, launch new things, and somehow also have time to enjoy slow mornings with a cup of tea while birds chirp outside my window.
This is the tricky part. With all this renewed energy, I can feel myself wanting to do all the things—which sounds great in theory but, in practice, leads straight to burnout.
The Art of Making Things Harder Than They Need to Be
I have a habit of going full throttle on something, riding that wave of excitement, and then inevitably crashing because I forgot that I’m not a machine. I see a burst of energy as a now or never moment instead of something to be paced.
Take last year, for example. I started weight training and felt amazing after three months of consistency. So naturally, I thought, If 20-30 minutes is good, then 45-60 minutes must be even better!
Spoiler: It was not.
Life got busy, I didn’t have the time or energy for hour-long workouts, and instead of just scaling back, I stopped altogether. For three months.
When I finally got back to it, I had to ask myself: Why am I making this so hard?
Why not do 15-20 minute workouts instead of nothing? Why not work with my life instead of forcing it into an arbitrary structure that doesn’t fit?
And you know what? That small adjustment made all the difference. I still feel strong. I still feel like I’m making progress. And I don’t feel like I have to choose between working out and having time for everything else in my life.
Energy Needs Boundaries
Spring brings momentum. We feel a pull to start fresh, to take action. But energy—just like time—is something we have to manage, not burn through like it’s unlimited.
So before we dive headfirst into projects, commitments, and plans, let’s remember:
✔ Just because we can do more doesn’t mean we should.
✔ Slower progress is still progress.
✔ We can adjust our goals instead of abandoning them.
✔ Rest is not the enemy—it’s the thing that fuels everything else.
The deadlines, the pressure, the must get it all done now mentality? That’s a game we play against ourselves. But we get to change the rules.
So as we step into this new season, let’s be mindful. Let’s enjoy the energy without overcommitting it. Let’s create a pace that works for us—one that’s sustainable, enjoyable, and realistic.
And let’s remember: slowing down doesn’t mean stopping. It means staying in the game long enough to actually enjoy it.
Now go outside, breathe in that fresh air—and then take that damn break.
If you’re craving a reset and want to actually embrace a slower, more intentional way of living, stay tuned—I’ll be announcing The Cozy Life Retreat soon. Think of it as a deep breath for your soul. More details coming your way! 🌿✨
P.S. Can’t wait for the Retreat? I hear ya! I have a handful of openings for my 1:1 private coaching this spring. Let's chat if you're ready to slow down, reclaim your time, and rediscover the joy in your everyday life. Click here to learn more and grab your spot before they're gone!