Feeling drained even after a full night’s sleep? True rest goes far beyond simply closing your eyes. Each day, your body, mind, and emotions need different kinds of restoration. Based on the 7 types of rest developed by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, here are simple, practical ways to recharge your energy and restore balance, no matter what kind of tired you’re feeling.

Tired but can’t figure out why? Learn Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s 7 types of rest and find out what kind of rest your mind and body actually need.

I said “squirrel” in the middle of a workplace training session on burnout prevention (yes, that’s the kind of real-life content you get when you hire me!) as I was sharing how our brains are constantly being pulled in a million directions at once and how hard it is to stay focused on the present moment in our hyper-technology world.

How to reset, relax and switch off, even when life feels non-stop. I recently got home from 10 work days “on the road”. There’s lots of work days where I just hang out behind my computer, writing blogs like this, but when I’m on, I’m ON. In my world, being “on” looks like:- delivering training for 7-8 hour days speaking at conferences or for workplaces (in person or online) networking functions- sales pitches talking, talking, talking and more talking! I love it, and it’s als

Five time management myths and what to do instead. Plus, an invite to the (UN) Program. It's time to reclaim your time and energy!

I feel like psychological safety at work can feel daunting in terms of "what to do", so I created a list of small actions you can take with your team today to move the needle forward. This year I've been helping some workplaces further develop psychological health and safety  initiatives. This is such a broad topic and we've been working on things like workplace surveys, committee recruitment and development, policy review, training, communications etc. It's really rewarding

How to stop mindless scrolling Let’s be honest—we aren’t choosing  to be constantly pulled into the vortex of our email inbox or to spend a random 30 minutes of our day mindlessly scrolling. It just happens . A few minutes between Teams meetings. A quick check before bed. Just checking Instagram during your ‘five-minute break’ that accidentally turned into twenty. But over time, that “quick check” becomes a default. A reflex.And without realizing it, you're spending more time

You work hard ....but is it at the cost of your own energy? You're invited to the ultimate reset - a women-only retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica from May 16-23, 2026. You love adventure and new experiences, but lately, life feels more like a never ending to-do list. You’re craving a reset—real rest, not just another vacation—so you can step back, realign, and feel like your days are actually fuelling you. You’re ready to stop just pushing through and start living with more ease,

Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions affecting adults in North America. Here are 6 reasons for anxiety awareness in the workplace. Is this something you've ever provided training on in your workplace? We touch on this in Mental Health First Aid , of course, but I wanted to take a deeper dive to create more knowledge and resources. 1. Enhance Employee Performance Anxiety can significantly impair an employee's ability to concentrate, make decis

Mental Health Awareness Month is the perfect opportunity to go beyond posters and emails—and start creating real change in how your workplace supports well-being. Whether your team works on laptops or factory floors, every employee deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported. In this post, you'll find 7 creative and practical ideas to make mental health a visible, ongoing part of your culture. Let’s make Mental Health Month matter! 1. Create a Mental Wellness Wall Invite emplo