Barbara Nixon
Success and Leadership Coaching for Business Leaders
Believe it or not… I’m an introvert.
Now, that doesn’t mean I’m shy or quiet (I’m not)
And it doesn’t mean I don’t like going out (I do and will be the life and soul.)
But…
It does mean I need time after to regroup.
Introverts spend their energy on others, so we need time to refuel…on our terms.
For me this is a dog walk (on my own)
Hiding out reading a book
Going for a drive
Or pottering round the garden
Doesn’t take long but I need it…
By creating and carving out this time it means I’ve got the energy and headspace for everyone and everything else.
It makes me a better person… and I feel so much better too.
If you can relate and you find yourself running on empty try these tips.
1. Create buffers in between meetings for you to get your thoughts together
2. Tell your family you need half an hour when you get home just to come round
3. Start a habit like taking the dog for a walk or going to the gym so you have that in your diary every week
4. Create and honour your own boundaries whatever they might be.
5. Tell everyone what you need… its not a crime (or selfish) to just need some time to yourself.
Are you an introvert or extrovert?
What do you do to re-group?