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After a year of stress, I’m following Jacinda Ardern’s lead, and you can too


by Victoria Stokes
25th Jan 2023

@jacindaardern

Standing up and admitting, like Jacinda, that you are only human and only have so much to give is an intimidating task, but recognising your limitations and deciding to prioritise your wellbeing above all else is incredibly liberating. 

With the pressure of ‘new year, new me’, January is typically a time when we get serious about our goals. It’s a moment to set grand intentions for the year ahead and to work tirelessly toward them. But after a year of burning myself out in pursuit of my goals — forgetting to make room for fun, friendships, and flexibility — I’m doing things differently. And, if you’re the type of person who constantly sets...

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