Are You Full From Within?
You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup—But You Can Fill It
When you’re the one others rely on—whether in a school, hospital, agency, or home—it’s easy to forget that your own well-being isn’t optional. It’s foundational.
🧠 Neuroscience shows that chronic stress impairs our prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain responsible for problem-solving, empathy, and decision-making. When we neglect our own nervous system, we lose access to the very skills that make us effective in our work.
But regulation is possible. Resilience is teachable. And it starts by checking in with yourself.
⚒️ This week’s practice:
Start each day with a 30-second check-in:
What’s in my cup right now—emotionally, mentally, physically?
What’s one thing I need to feel more grounded today?
Most professionals don’t burn out because they don’t care—they burn out because they do. They give and give, without ever being taught how to stay full from within.
You can lead with calm, confidence, and clarity—but only if you have something to draw from.
