Wellness is not a perfect streak; it is the practice of returning. Returning to breath when the mind races, to compassion when we feel judgment, to rest when we drift toward burnout. My own path from burnout at the bedside to a new way of working taught me that “starting over” happens in tiny moments. Sometimes that return is as simple as stepping away from a busy day, washing my hands with intention, and asking myself, “What do I need right now?” This week, notice when you have drifted away from yourself, and gently return. Use any small ritual you like, whether it is body care, movement, or stillness. The power is not in perfection, but in the coming back.
The Practice of Returning
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