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system traps, dream maps, and the courage to adapt

HOUSEKEEPING: Things may look a bit different around here because I've migrated my newsletter to a new platform! I've been working since October to find a way for you to easily access past issues and for them to be shared. I'm excited to finally have that resolved and you can now find all past is...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 29, 2024 energy management neurodivergence reflection systems + processes

winter halos, breadcrumbs, and the language of energy

Originally published December 15, 2024 I spent this week refining the Thoughtful Systems Framework I developed in 2020 when I started this business. It was a interesting moment of reflection at the intersection of my business's growth, my own growth and increased education, and all the growth a...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 audit energy management research + science seasons + rhythms system audits

cookie cobbler, default ponder, and the presence of patterns

Originally published December 8, 2024 It's "review your goals and get excited about new year, new you season." 🤢 I love reflection and anticipation as much as the next person... as long as it isn't shoved down my throat with a side of shame, blame, and telling me what box to shove myself into...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 mental health productivity reflection research + science seasons + rhythms sustainable systems

plum pavlovas, winter prompts, and the art of surrendering

Originally published November 24, 2024 Back in October we talked about seasonal rhythms and holiday planning in advance. But how do we shift from preparation to experiencing? Our preparation strategies are (and have to be) different from our experience strategies that help manage our energy a...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 energy management holiday planning productivity rest + recovery seasons + rhythms

procedural dramas, tiramisu or focaccia, and the gift of permission

Originally published November 17, 2024 I'm returning to holiday hustle support content this week because we are all dealing with more stress than ever (plenty from holidays, year-end work, and other... colorful... places.) Having experienced firsthand how crucial energy management is during d...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 boundaries holiday planning mental health stress management sustainable systems

tiny rebellions, baking wisdom, and the roots of toxic productivity

Originally published November 10, 2024 I almost titled today's newsletter "when business as usual feels impossible..." but then I remembered that finding little moments of joy is always worth it and writing subject lines for these notes always makes me smile. Like many, I've been processing t...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 history productivity systems + processes values

uncrustable dreams, frozen screens, and building stress response strategies

Originally published November 3, 2024 Stress isn't something you should have to endure. But rather, it's information your body and mind give you about what is out of alignment or needs to shift in your life. Yet when we live in a world that glorifies hustle and expects constant productivity, ...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 burnout prevention frameworks + tools productivity reflection stress

infradian rhythms, versions within us, and the power of protective planning

Originally published October 27, 2024 While New York state has gotten it's first snow already in September, we just got the first freeze last week and I'm sitting on the patio typing this newsletter in fuzzy socks and sweater while it's a crisp and cool 65 degree morning here in the plains. T...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 boundaries change management energy management holiday planning seasons + rhythms

lego talks, cozy socks, and the roadmap to burnout

Originally published October 20, 2024 I've redefined almost everything I believed about my life, success, and self-care over the last 3 years in burnout recovery. Even the things I thought would be true when I started full-time recovery, have slowly changed over these years. There has been so...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 burnout prevention change management mental health mindset research + science

spider roommates, gargoyles in HR, and the making of your personal menu

Originally published October 13, 2024 I made some big changes around workload going into Q4 this year that were/are very bittersweet. And after taking the last year off to de-center chasing medical things and just living for a bit, I'm jumping back into the deep end to try and get some answer...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 frameworks + tools mental health self-care systems + processes

task tetris, spinach epiphanies, and and the art of prioritization

Originally published October 6, 2024 I've attended thousands of stand-ups and team meetings over my career. While we will share blockers or struggles through stories and individual experiences, at the core of many is:PrioritizationNow, unfortunately, I don't have a magic bullet for you. I thi...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 energy management frameworks + tools mindset productivity systems + processes time management

awe walks, unexpected lessons from aliens, and the science of wonder

Originally published September 29, 2024 This past week has been busy, full of lots of focus and tackling little details leading up to a big milestone in my burnout recovery journey. It also means that I've been prioritizing productivity over presence, intentionally, knowing that I've set asid...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 energy management mental health mindset research + science self-care

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