The signs of burnout I spent too many months and years ignoring; learn from my mistakes and catch them early.

Every one of my ‘superpowers’ comes with its kryptonite: something that holds me back from acting the hero, and instead leaves me feeling like the damsel in distress.

While yes, the term ‘Blue Monday’ itself has been proven nothing more than a marketing gimmick, it is common to feel particularly deflated at this time of year. So, here are a few short reminders that will hopefully give you a little boost.

For once, I’m excited to enjoy the moments as they pass, instead of ‘just getting by’ until the Christmas Bank Holidays finally roll around. I don’t know if I’ll ever be in this position during the holidays again—we never know what the future might throw at us— so I’m going to lean into every moment I can to take care of myself over this Winter period. Here’s how.

A month ago, I left my corporate 9-5 marketing role with nothing more than a deep desire for change. Foolish? Maybe, but it has led me to this moment, sitting in front of a blank document with the freedom to write whatever I please.