😴 17h of Sleep

You have been warned!

Hey Rockstar!

Hope you're crushing it in business and life (while also making time for a Netflix binge or two, because balance, ya know?).

Today's chat?

Listen, I need to spill the tea on something important.

Maybe you noticed I didn’t sent you mt Sunday’s Newsletter.

Maybe not, it’s fine.

Put your coffee down, because I've got a cautionary tale that involves a bed, a stopwatch, and an unfortunate 17-hour snooze fest.

The Scene:

Last weekend, I was glued to my laptop like cheese on a pizza.

I was smashing goals, drafting content, drowning in my coaching offer & handling my move.

I felt like a Business Superhero - think Tony Stark but with fewer gadgets and more Notion Database.

The Plot Twist:

The Universe threw me a curveball, or rather, a bedball (that’s a thing, right?).

I woke up feeling nauseous, dizzy, and as lifeless as a squished bug on a windshield.

My verdict? Burnout.

Yes, the ‘B’ word we all dread but pretend doesn't exist, like the 'seen' notification on a risky text.

The Aftermath:

I couldn't stand up.

Literally.

My body said, "Nah, you’re gonna stay here and reflect on your choices."

I slept for 17 hours straight. Yep, 1-7! Even my cat thought I had turned into a decorative cushion.

Here's What I Shouldn't Do:

• Hustle like there’s no tomorrow: Tomorrow comes, and it might slap you in the face if you're not careful.

• Ignore the body signs: If you’re feeling fatigue, it's not a Netflix glitch. It's a sign.

• Skip meals for meetings: A growling stomach will eventually turn into a roaring headache.

What I’ll Start Doing More:

Take Short Breaks:

Seriously, set a timer if you have to. Every 60 minutes, just step away from the laptop, and stretch, or do a mini-dance session. Whatever floats your boat!

Mind Your Mind:

Meditate. Breathe. Daydream about your next vacay. Just give your brain some room to breathe. It’s not a storage closet.

Nourish to Flourish:

Eat. Hydrate. Repeat. Don’t let the hunger games begin in your stomach.

Listen.

Don't wait till you're lying in bed wondering if you've turned into a human vegetable.

Take breaks NOW.

Treat your body like the temple it is, not a machine that churns out invoices and tweets.

Till then, be awesome, stay hydrated, and for the love of all things good, SLEEP.

Much love,

Marlene 🤗

P.S. Got any self-care hacks that work for you? Hit reply and share the wealth!

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