Your Well-Being Is Not a Bonus, It's the Foundation of a Meaningful Life
- Dr. CK Bray
- Jul 17
- 2 min read
It is time to think differently about your Brain Health and Workplace well-being. This is a topic I rarely discussed pre-COVID. Times have changed, and it is IMPERATIVE you treat your well-being as something to focus on. That doesn't mean putting it off until everything else is taken care of, after the big project is delivered, the kids are in bed, or we’ve caught up on emails. However, the truth is your well-being isn't a side project. It's the core operating system that powers everything else. When you are physically, mentally, and emotionally well, you think more clearly, connect more deeply, and lead more effectively. Investing in your health through sleep, nutrition, mental health care, or financial wellness isn't selfish. It's what makes your high performance sustainable.
Support Yourself in the Moments That Matter
Life is filled with transitions: a new job, becoming a parent, facing illness, or simply moving through a demanding season. These are often the moments when our well-being takes a hit. Instead of white-knuckling your way through, consider building a support system that’s ready when you need it. That might include lunch with a friend, therapy, coaching, peer support, or having someone you can talk to. Check in with yourself regularly and ask: “What do I need right now?” and “Where can I find that support?” Awareness is half the work, accessibility is the other.
Create Your Own Rhythm of Recovery
I often repeat that, "Rest isn’t laziness, it’s leadership." The science is clear: purposefully stepping away helps you come back stronger. That might mean setting boundaries around your time, planning a real vacation, or permitting yourself to do something completely unproductive now and then. Build mini “reset moments” into your routine to reflect on what matters and recenter your energy. Whether it’s taking a five-minute break every day or going for a weekly walk without your phone, small practices of recovery help you stay connected to your purpose and protect against burnout.
This is the first step toward creating a life that is in balance. Try it for one week and feel the difference.
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