034 5 Self-Care Practices to Recharge & Re-energise This Christmas

Beyond The Clinic

Hi, I’m Sarah Almond Bushell, and welcome along to another episode of Beyond the Clinic. As the year winds down, many of us feel the pull to pause and immerse ourselves in the festive season. But as business owners, stepping back can feel impossible. Today, I’m sharing my personal journey from burnout to balance and the lessons I’ve learned about the power of true rest. I’ll also walk you through my favorite self-care practices that can help you recharge and enter 2025 feeling renewed.

Episode Summary:
In this episode, I reflect on what happened last year when I pushed through the holidays without rest—and how it left me exhausted and burned out before the new year even started. This year, I’m doing things differently. I share the five self-care practices that I’ve embraced to make my downtime truly restorative. From creating a transition ritual to reconnecting with hobbies, these practices have helped me reframe how I approach rest and self-care. If you’ve ever felt guilty about stepping away from work, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

1. Create a Transition Ritual: End your work year with a symbolic act, like closing your laptop, writing down lingering to-dos, and lighting a candle to signal rest.
2. Try a Digital Detox: Step away from devices, even for just a couple of days, to reconnect with the present and your loved ones.
3. Prioritize Physical Rest: Sleep in, take naps, and let your body guide you toward the rest it needs.
4. Reflect and Dream: Celebrate your accomplishments and visualize the new year without pressure or expectations.
5. Reconnect with Joy: Rediscover a hobby or activity that makes you happy without focusing on productivity.

Action Step for You:
As you finish your last task for the year, try a transition ritual. Close your laptop, jot down any loose ends to revisit in January, and create a cozy moment for yourself. Light a candle, make a hot drink, and say, “I’m done.” Let that be the start of a truly restful holiday season.

Looking Ahead:
In the next episode, I’ll answer a question from one of my lovely clients: How can I make money quickly without going back to the NHS while building my business? If you’re looking for ideas for a quick cash injection, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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Chapters

1. Welcome and Introduction (00:00:00)

2. The Magic of the Festive Season (00:02:04)

3. The Power of True Rest (00:03:37)

4. A Lesson in Burnout (00:05:02)

5. Consequences of Overworking (00:07:59)

6. Embracing Change This Year (00:10:24)

7. Five Restorative Practices (00:11:33)

8. Creating a Transition Ritual (00:14:22)

9. Reflecting and Dreaming (00:16:00)

10. Wrapping Up (00:18:12)