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lemon curd, norse words, and the language around limits

Friday was National Quitter's Day, a day that is said to be when most people give up on their resolutions, and I saw lots of posts talking about it like it's some grand revelation about human willpower. But the whole concept of the day is missing the plot: when masses of people 'quit' their reso...

by Hannah Keyes — Jan 12, 2025 boundaries energy management reflection systems + processes

glow soup, feedback loops, and the art of inner translation

I had planned to announce a new offer this week for a 28-day Energy Discovery Challenge that gives creators and entrepreneurs a personalized roadmap to discover their unique energy patterns, build the foundations for sustainable systems, and break free from burnout cycles through guided energy tr...

by Hannah Keyes — Jan 05, 2025 chronic illness energy management mindset research + science seasons + rhythms

system traps, dream maps, and the courage to adapt

HOUSEKEEPING: Things may look a bit different around here because I've migrated my newsletter to a new platform! I've been working since October to find a way for you to easily access past issues and for them to be shared. I'm excited to finally have that resolved and you can now find all past is...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 29, 2024 energy management neurodivergence reflection systems + processes

winter halos, breadcrumbs, and the language of energy

Originally published December 15, 2024 I spent this week refining the Thoughtful Systems Framework I developed in 2020 when I started this business. It was a interesting moment of reflection at the intersection of my business's growth, my own growth and increased education, and all the growth a...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 audit energy management research + science seasons + rhythms system audits

plum pavlovas, winter prompts, and the art of surrendering

Originally published November 24, 2024 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

infradian rhythms, versions within us, and the power of protective planning

Originally published October 27, 2024 While New York state has gotten it's first snow already in September, we just got the first freeze last week and I'm sitting on the patio typing this newsletter in fuzzy socks and sweater while it's a crisp and cool 65 degree morning here in the plains. T...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 boundaries change management energy management holiday planning seasons + rhythms

task tetris, spinach epiphanies, and and the art of prioritization

Originally published October 6, 2024 I've attended thousands of stand-ups and team meetings over my career. While we will share blockers or struggles through stories and individual experiences, at the core of many is:PrioritizationNow, unfortunately, I don't have a magic bullet for you. I thi...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 energy management frameworks + tools mindset productivity systems + processes time management

awe walks, unexpected lessons from aliens, and the science of wonder

Originally published September 29, 2024 This past week has been busy, full of lots of focus and tackling little details leading up to a big milestone in my burnout recovery journey. It also means that I've been prioritizing productivity over presence, intentionally, knowing that I've set asid...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 23, 2024 energy management mental health mindset research + science self-care

busyness + restlessness = anxiety

Originally published September 2, 2024 Energy ebbs and flows. It easy to feel good when the energy is flowing, you are achieving, dreaming, and it feels like your cup has all it needs. But when that energy ebbs, it can be hard not to compare to what you could do days, weeks, months, or years ...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 22, 2024 energy management mental health productivity reflection

time thievery, expectation checks, and the art of letting up

Originally published August 25, 2024 This week has been a tale of contradictions. Difficult news about family.Achieving success on personal goals 5+ years in the making.Health issues and the ripple effect struggles.Relief and joy in the little things. I hope something in this week's note find...

by Hannah Keyes — Dec 22, 2024 energy management mental health mindset reflection

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