In this episode, I reflect on something I've slowly changed my mind about over the years.
Perhaps balance isn't about slowing down.
Perhaps it's about having enough range.
When work becomes overwhelming, can you move into nature?
When your body needs recovery, can you read instead of run?
When business becomes stressful, can you create, write, paddle, or simply rest long enough to return with fresh perspective?
I also explore how ideas from Polyvagal Theory have influenced my own thinking. Rather than living permanently in a state of low-grade stress ("yellow"), maybe the goal is learning to recognise where we are—and gently finding our way back to the calm, creative, present state where our best work actually happens.
Along the way, I share stories about running, building SwiftReporter, interests, my Pop, and ambition.
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