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What do you do if your sustainability career is taking a toll on your health and well-being?

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You love your sustainability career, but you also feel stressed, burned out, or overwhelmed by the challenges and demands of your work. You want to make a positive impact, but you also need to take care of your health and well-being. How can you balance your passion and your personal needs, especially if you are in the late stage of your career or approaching retirement? Here are some tips to help you cope and thrive.

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Javier Chacon

Farmer | Human being | Chief in Data | Sustainability with Tech ?????? | Proud DEI ambassador
Paco Brise?o

MTP: Reconnect with the abundance of nature. ?? Professor & Mentor | Regenerative Leadership & Development |…
Abdullah Choudhry

Co-Founder & CIO @ Arbor | Engineer, Entrepreneur and GHG Expert

1 Recognize the signs

The first step is to acknowledge that your sustainability career is taking a toll on your health and well-being. You may experience physical, mental, or emotional symptoms, such as fatigue, insomnia, headaches, anxiety, depression, irritability, or loss of motivation. You may also feel isolated, frustrated, or hopeless about the state of the world or your ability to make a difference. These signs indicate that you are suffering from eco-anxiety, eco-grief, or compassion fatigue, which are common among sustainability professionals.

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Paco Brise?o

MTP: Reconnect with the abundance of nature. ?? Professor & Mentor | Regenerative Leadership & Development | Exponential, Cultural & Organizational Innovation | Product & Project Management
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In today's fast-paced world, when individuals are often dedicated to creating positive change wprking in sustainability and regeneration, it's crucial to recognize the profound significance of self-care and self-awareness as core regenerative practices. The understanding that true sustainability extends beyond environmental stewardship to encompass the well-being of individuals and communities. In this context, self-care emerges as not only a personal necessity but also a fundamental aspect of regenerative leadership. Self-care is about nurturing one's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health to sustainably navigate the challenges inherent in sustainability careers.

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Clara S.
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Si tu carrera en sostenibilidad está afectando tu salud y bienestar es importante primero identificar la causa: ?es la eco-ansiedad o es el entorno laboral? Si es el primer caso, en lugar de sentirte abrumado por los problemas ambientales, concéntrate en acciones concretas que puedas tomar para hacer una diferencia, ya sea a nivel personal, en tu comunidad o en tu trabajo. Si es el segundo caso, toma medidas para equilibrar tus compromisos profesionales con tu bienestar personal. Considera establecer límites claros en tu trabajo, tanto en términos de horas laborales como de la carga de trabajo que estás dispuesto a asumir. En ambos casos, no dudes en buscar apoyo profesional si es necesario.

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2 Seek support

You are not alone in your struggle. There are many others who share your values and vision, and who can offer you support, empathy, and encouragement. You can reach out to your colleagues, friends, family, mentors, or coaches, and share your feelings and challenges. You can also join online or offline communities, networks, or groups that focus on sustainability issues, and learn from their experiences and insights. You can also seek professional help, such as counseling, therapy, or coaching, if you need more guidance or intervention.

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Paco Brise?o

MTP: Reconnect with the abundance of nature. ?? Professor & Mentor | Regenerative Leadership & Development | Exponential, Cultural & Organizational Innovation | Product & Project Management
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Regenerative self-care recognizes the importance of community and social support in sustaining well-being. Building strong support networks, fostering meaningful relationships, and seeking guidance from mentors and peers can provide valuable resources for navigating the demands of sustainability careers. Asking for help and openly recognize that we need support is also related to evolve our self-care and self-awareness skills.

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3 Set boundaries

You may feel that you have to do everything, all the time, to make a difference. But this can lead to overwork, exhaustion, and resentment. You need to set healthy boundaries for yourself and others, and prioritize your tasks and goals. You can use tools, such as calendars, planners, or apps, to manage your time and energy, and avoid distractions and interruptions. You can also say no to requests or opportunities that are not aligned with your values or purpose, or that exceed your capacity or resources.

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Javier Chacon

Farmer | Human being | Chief in Data | Sustainability with Tech ?????? | Proud DEI ambassador
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Be self-compassionate. If you have set realistic goals for your career, you will be able to reconcile those with your personal and familiar goals. Assign timeframes, but avoid to overwhelm yourself with "personal milestones". Being spontaneous will help you scape the fight-or-flight mode and allowing your body to recover and heal. Also, we can save the world but only as much as we don't consume ourselves in the process. Plan the breakpoints. Make sure you are able to identify what will be triggers to force a time-off before exhaustion forces you to.

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4 Practice self-care

You cannot take care of the planet if you do not take care of yourself. You need to practice self-care, which means taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional needs. You can do this by adopting a healthy lifestyle, such as eating well, sleeping enough, exercising regularly, and avoiding substances that harm your body or mind. You can also do activities that nourish your soul, such as meditating, journaling, reading, gardening, or volunteering. You can also treat yourself to something that makes you happy, such as a massage, a movie, or a vacation.

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Abdullah Choudhry

Co-Founder & CIO @ Arbor | Engineer, Entrepreneur and GHG Expert
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Prioritize self-care and recognize your limits. Integrating your professional ambitions with personal wellness requires setting achievable objectives that align with your broader life aspirations. Instead of letting "career milestones" dominate your schedule, introduce flexibility and spontaneity to reduce stress and avoid burnout. Remember, the journey to sustainability is a marathon, not a sprint!

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Paco Brise?o

MTP: Reconnect with the abundance of nature. ?? Professor & Mentor | Regenerative Leadership & Development | Exponential, Cultural & Organizational Innovation | Product & Project Management
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Self-care encompasses several key principles: Holistic Well-Being: recognize the interconnectedness of all aspects of well-being (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health). Cultivate balance and harmony to grow your overall vitality and resilience. Cultivating Presence: By practicing mindfulness, individuals can cultivate awareness, enabling them to respond skillfully to stressors and challenges in their sustainability careers. Connection to Nature: Reconnecting with the rhythms of the natural world can nourish the spirit and replenish energy levels. Reflection and Renewal: Taking time for introspection, journaling, meditation or creative expression can foster personal growth, insight, and renewal.

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5 Celebrate your achievements

You may feel that your efforts are not enough, or that you are not making enough progress or impact. But you need to recognize and celebrate your achievements, no matter how big or small they are. You can do this by reflecting on your accomplishments and milestones, and acknowledging your contributions and skills. You can also share your successes and stories with others, and receive feedback and recognition. You can also reward yourself for your hard work and dedication, and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

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Jessie VanDyke

Climate Action Planning & Community Engagement | Committed to Sustainable Development Goals
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Know that there are people just like you - working towards creating a greener future. It's important to recognize the impact of the work you've done, and try not to get caught up in all the work that there still is to do.

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6 Plan your future

You may be thinking about your future, and what you want to do next. You may want to continue your sustainability career, or explore other options, such as changing roles, sectors, or fields, or starting your own business or project. You may also want to retire, or transition to a different lifestyle or stage of life. Whatever you decide, you need to plan ahead and prepare yourself for the changes and challenges that may come. You can do this by setting realistic and meaningful goals, and taking steps to achieve them. You can also seek advice and support from others who have gone through similar transitions, and learn from their lessons and tips.

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María Fernanda Martínez Valladares

Research | HR | EX | Sostenibilidad | ESG | Responsabilidad e innovación social | Transformación
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Veras que los expertos en carrera te recomiendan tener identificados varios caminos que se apeguen con tu propósito y esto implica que construyas una competencia bastante importante, la flexibilidad. Ser flexible a veces cuesta más con nosotros mismos pero a medida se trabaja la competencia identificas como esta bien que algunos planes no resulten tal y como lo esperabas, lo importante es que tengas claro tu propósito y que cada camino que construyas contribuya a llegar a el.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Paco Brise?o

MTP: Reconnect with the abundance of nature. ?? Professor & Mentor | Regenerative Leadership & Development | Exponential, Cultural & Organizational Innovation | Product & Project Management
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Prioritizing self-care is not only a personal responsibility but also a foundational practice for regenerative sustainability careers. By embracing regenerative principles of holistic well-being, mindfulness, connection to nature, community support, and reflection, individuals can sustainably navigate their sustainability careers while nurturing their own flourishing and contributing to the regeneration of the planet and society.

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