I’m a goal-setter. A checklist-maker. A “let’s do one more task” kind of person. And while that drive has helped me finish courses, pass exams, and grow in IT and leadership, I’ve also had to learn something just as important:
You can be ambitious and still need rest.
With graduation around the corner, certification prep in progress, NSLS induction behind me, and new opportunities ahead, it’s tempting to push non-stop. But pushing too hard without recovery doesn’t lead to success—it leads to burnout.
That’s why I’m learning to pace myself—to recognize when I need a pause, when progress can wait until tomorrow, and when success is better served by slowing down for just a moment.
How I’m Finding Balance:
- 🌿 Scheduling rest like a priority – Not as an afterthought
- 🎯 Focusing on one goal at a time – Depth beats multitasking
- 🧘 Listening to my energy, not just my to-do list
- 🧩 Letting “enough” be enough for today – Progress doesn’t have to be perfect
Ambition is a powerful force—but it’s not sustainable without balance. The best version of me—the one who finishes this degree, earns certifications, leads with impact, and enters the tech field confidently—is also the version that knows when to breathe.
If you’re chasing big goals, too—remember: taking care of yourself is part of the plan.
“You don’t have to set yourself on fire to keep others warm.”
— Unknown
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