What could change by setting boundaries?
Career change newsletter
I notice patterns in my career coaching work. People are telling me they work through their lunch breaks, into their evenings and days off. They feel it is expected and necessary, and rarely feels enough.
Over time, the negative impact of this is huge - on the individuals, the company, and society as a whole. We might hope that our hard efforts will be recognised and that one day we’ll be given more free time, but this is mostly a fantasy. In the meantime, people are burning out, considering to quit professions they have worked hard towards, or waiting for something to change.
I have a question for you to explore that can put you back in charge of your time and your energy:
What could change by setting your own boundaries?
Imagine how different life could be if you set boundaries with your time. What could that free up for you?
People worry about the repercussions of change - especially about how others will respond - but can you really keep waiting for someone else to recognise your suffering and exhaustion? Perhaps it is time to make some new choices. What could happen if you take a 1-hour lunch break or finish work on time?
If you need support with this please email: sarah@sarahventurer.com
Jenna’s interview on About The Adventure podcast captures a personal journey, documenting her career path from an academic beginning in literature and journalism to a fulfilling career as a counsellor.
Her career change was driven by the realisation of the importance of mental health, empathy, and the need for professional fulfillment. Alongside battling personal challenges like anxiety and burnout, she embarked on counselling training while managing a full-time job as Deputy Editor at Trail Magazine, which gave her the opportunity to reconnect with the mountains and to push herself out of her comfort zone in a restorative way.
Click the button below to listen or tune into About The Adventure podcast on your preferred app.
3 Months Coaching Scheme open
September - What in your current work life is ready to be released?
October - Where might the fog in your thinking clear if you allowed yourself space to reflect?
November - What foundations do you need to lay now, so that new growth can take root later?
Inspired by the seasons of nature, you will receive coaching and support through autumn into winter. This scheme includes guided 1-1 walks in the Peak District, writing prompts and email/whatsapp support for three months. An online option is also available.
Click the button below to find out more or email sarah@sarahventurer.com to ask questions or set up a call.
Featured outdoor coaching session
Meeting at Hope train station, we’ll walk up Win Hill and down to Hope Cross where there’s the option to take the high route up Kinder Scout or the low route via the bottom of Jaggers Clough.
Book this as a guided walk or as a coaching session. We’ll finish in the beautiful village of Edale where you can take the train back to Hope or home after a drink and cake at the Penny Pot cafe.
What’s new?
I’ve been working on a new podcast series with the authors of the Mountain Walks books by Vertebrate Publishing. Themes include: careers in mountain leadership, becoming an author, and publishing adventure books. Listen here
I’m leading a Kinder Scout Curiosity Walk on 26th September as part of the High Peak Walking Festival. Sign up here
Stuck at a career crossroads? In my guest appearance on The Long Haul Podcast I shared my journey from office life to outdoor leadership and coaching. Watch here or listen here
Next on About The Adventure podcast is Ceri Jones - a recipe writer, food educator and chef who changed her career path from working in orchestral management. Coming soon!
I hope you’ve had a great summer. Drop me a line if you have a question or if you’d like to book a chat about my coaching work. Until next time - happy adventures!