Reply To: My body is my superpower: How listening to my body helps me lead better

Lara, this really resonated with me especially your point about rest not needing to be earned. I’ve also learned (often the hard way) that leadership isn’t about constantly pushing through, but about knowing when to pause and honour what your body is telling you. Like you, I’ve found that tuning in to my physical cues not only helps me show up better for myself, but also makes me more present and compassionate with others. I do understand now that when my body feels heavy, it’s asking for rest and even which part of my body needs that rest. Sometimes I’m still not able to fully care for it in that moment, but I’m becoming more conscious than before.
Dance and other art forms have also helped me find new ways to express myself, and that expression has been healing. Slowly, I’m learning. Thank you for this reminder. 💛