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doing nothing, apple lore, and juggling the three P's
I've been thinking about how we can honor the summer energy that calls us to slow down without guilt or dropping everything we are responsible for.
We are (unfortunately?) adults...
To enjoy the season without the "I should be taking advantage of these beautiful days" pressure or the "everyone el...
by Hannah Keyes —
Jun 01, 2025
energy management
rest + recovery
seasons + rhythms
self-care
sustainable systems
summer fridays, lazy smart, and the guilt-free guide to rest
It's the unofficial start of summer this weekend here in the States.Â
Maybe it's the longer days or the promise of "summer freedom" lingering from childhood, but there's something about this time of year that creates a unique tension – simultaneously pulling us toward both rest and productivity.
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by Hannah Keyes —
May 25, 2025
boundaries
productivity
rest + recovery
seasons + rhythms
permeable boundaries, leaky cups, and the dance to protect and replenish energy
Have you ever noticed that some days you feel like you could conquer the world, while other days just answering emails feels like climbing Everest?
For years, I thought the secret was just finding the perfect recharge ritual. But through multiple burnout recoveries—that felt more like trial-and-e...
by Hannah Keyes —
May 18, 2025
boundaries
burnout prevention
energy management
rest + recovery
sustainable systems
plum pavlovas, winter prompts, and the art of surrendering
Originally published November 24, 2024
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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