How to Master Downtime to Refresh, Recharge, and Repeat

July 8, 2024
How to Master Downtime to Refresh, Recharge, and Repeat
Dale Sidebottom

Research shows that downtime is essential for brain health. When you pause, your brain gets a chance to recharge and rejuvenate—it’s like wringing out a sponge that’s soaked up too much information. Without these mental breaks, efficiency declines, and burnout occurs.

Ready to give your brain a refreshing spa day? Read on as we explore ways to avoid burnout and take a breather for a healthier, happier you!

Leading in Chaos: Making Chaos, Change & Turbulence Your Playground with James Greenshields

We are excited to announce our FREE webinar: "Leading in Chaos", with James Greenshields. Join us Friday, July 12, 2024, at 11 a.m. Melbourne AEST to learn how to turn chaos into opportunity. James, a retired Army Officer and co-founder of the Emergent Leaders Foundation will guide you through:

- Turning Chaos into Opportunity

- Cleansing Shadow Values

- Creating True Ownership

- Dodging Leadership Pitfalls

Register Now and secure your spot.

#40 Jack & Dale | Embracing Change: Refreshing Conversations on The Overly Excited Podcast

Our latest episode discusses business transitions, personal growth, and finding purpose. Tune in as we talk about intense workout events, public speaking collaborations, and grand plans for remote podcast recordings.

This episode is full of inspiration and laughter, perfect for a relaxing evening. Listen to this episode and let the rollercoaster ride through life, learning, and everything in between begin!

Daily Mission Cards

Read a book or do something you love! By setting daily moments of kindness for yourself, you transform your day and well-being. This Kindness and Happiness Mission Card reminds you of the power of self-care. When you nurture yourself, you build the strength and joy needed to spread kindness to others.

For more unique activities like this, get your Daily Mission Cards!

Magic Beach Meditation

Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and relax. Visualise the most magnificent shell lying before you in the sand 🌊 This week, our game invites you to connect with this shell and share your worries.

Experience the serenity that comes from this simple yet powerful visualisation. Discover the whole experience of the Magic Beach Meditation HERE, or sign up for an account HERE.

Leadership & Leading In Your Own Life with Colleen Callander

In this course, Colleen Callander, former Sportsgirl CEO, shares her journey from leaving school at 16 to becoming one of Australia’s most influential female leaders.

Colleen’s story is a testament to the transformative power of passion, persistence, and self-belief. Look forward to topics and points such as burnout, setting boundaries, life in balance, living your best life, and much more. Click HERE to start learning!

ANZUK, Collingwood

Last week, I had a fantastic time teaming up with ANZUK’s outstanding consulting and sales team in Collingwood. Our fresh two-hour FunShop was exhilarating. We focused on fostering resilience and confidence through the magic of play, and the room was abuzz!

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