Reset to move forward

When I joined a startup some years ago, the CEO told me something unexpected on my first day.

He said: “Don’t work late every day. Go home on time. The pace here will be intense — and the last thing I want is for you to burn out.”

He was right. The pace was intense.

But because I honoured his advice.

Looking back, I realise that’s exactly what helped me thrive in that environment.

I was able to reflect on my priorities, process new information quickly, and show up fully each day.

I wasn’t constantly running on fumes.

The world is always telling us to move faster, do more, and keep up.

But real progress often begins with a pause.

In a world that’s only getting faster, we need to find ways to slow it down.

I’ve figured out a “reset” system that works for me:

1. Pause and think

2. Connect

3. Reflect

I’ve included the prompts that I use to reset.

This Week’s Prompts (Thurs - Sun)

Theme: Reset

Pause & Think

1 - What’s taking up too much mental space lately?

2 - What’s one thing I’ve learned recently that I haven’t fully processed?

Connect

3 - Who or what do I want to feel more connected to right now?

4 - What’s something I can do this weekend that fills me up?

Reflect

5 - What’s something I did this week that I feel proud of?

6 - What am I learning about myself lately?

Get the most out of your journalling:

• Choose one prompt: Focus on just one prompt each day to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

• Be brutally honest: Reflect openly and honestly. This is your safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings.

• Take your time: Sometimes it takes a few days to clarify your thinking. Here’s permission for you to take your time to unravel a prompt and not take on any new ones during that time.

• Journal your way: Whether you prefer writing, audio recording, or video, choose the method that suits you best.

• Don't stress about streaks: If you miss a day, don't worry. You can always revisit a previous prompt.

I’d love your feedback

Let me know what you think of this new format — I’d love to hear from you.