🚗 Mile Marker 4: Maintain Work-Life Balance and Self-Care

In the fast pace of Extension work, it’s easy to blur the lines between professional and personal time. But sustainable impact starts with personal well-being.

This week, let’s focus on protecting time for rest, renewal, and reflection—because taking care of yourself is taking care of your work.

🔑 Key Insight:

Burnout doesn’t come from doing too much, it comes from doing too much without pausing to refuel.

✅ Quick Action Step:

Pick one way to intentionally disconnect this week:

  • Schedule a walk or movement break
  • Block time for reflection or mindfulness
  • Plan an upcoming day off—and protect it

Then, commit to one small self-care habit you can repeat daily.

🧭 Quote to Keep You Going:

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes... including you.” – Anne Lamott

Let this be your reminder: you are your most important tool. Take care of it.